Independence Community College

Position Announcement

Part-Time Assistant Softball Coach

Independence Community College (ICC) seeks applications for the position of Part-Time Assistant Softball Coach. ICC is located in southeast Kansas and serves approximately 3,000 full- and part-time students each year through its programs, courses and services, and has initiated continuous quality improvement through the AQIP accreditation process.

 

Position Summary

 

The College is seeking a team-oriented professional who will assist with the softball program under the leadership of the Head Coach and the Athletic Director.  Responsibilities include assisting the head coach with the supervision of the student athlete's educational and athletic goals; assisting with practice and game responsibilities; assisting in recruiting and general office duties; and performing additional duties as may be assigned.

 

Qualifications

 

Associate’s Degree in Physical Education or related field required.  Bachelor's degree preferred.  Recruiting experience preferred but not required.  Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.  Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

 

 

 

Position Information

 

Part-time, 10 month position.   

 

Application Procedures

 

Applications reviewed when received.  Position will be open until filled.  Applicants should submit a letter of application, resume, references with completed application form, Registrar (unofficial copies acceptable for considerations) to:

 

Human Resource Office

Independence Community College

P.O. Box 708

Independence, KS  67301

(620) 331-4100 or 1-800-842-6063, ext. 4236

FAX (620) 331-5344

 

ICC Website: www.indycc.edu/employment   (ICC application form may be downloaded)

 

Independence Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer

ICC encourages diversity among its employees

 

 

 

 

Job Description

The Part-Time Assistant Softball Coach is responsible for a wide variety of duties and activities that support the ICC softball program and athletic department.  The Assistant Softball Coach will assist in all aspects of the softball program and will report directly to the Head Softball Coach and the Director of Athletics.

 

Primary Responsibilities

 

  1. Assist in developing a recruiting program, under guidelines of NJCAA & Jayhawk Conference, which encourages student athletes to enroll in ICC programs of study and athletics.
  2. Assist in the responsibility for the development and fiscal control of the athletic budget under ICC, state and conference guidelines.
  3. Encourage student athlete success by maintaining contact with student services, individual faculty and athlete to insure academic progress and reasonable graduation rates.
  4. Assist college officials in advancement of student athlete success by actively pursuing financial development opportunities through official channels of college, including Booster Club and ICC Foundation.
  5. Assist in the development and maintaining a code of discipline and behavior in agreement with ICC college policy so student athletes are informed as to their rights and responsibilities related to continued participation in athletics and as successful students.
  6. Supervision of players during practices contests and trips to ensure that athletes represent ICC in a positive manner.
  7. Assist with Public Relations and promotions of the college in community events.
  8. Perform additional duties as may be assigned, which may included possible dormitory supervision.

 

General Qualifications

 

 

1.      Assist in the timely completion of reports and communication.

2.      Collaborative, collegial, accurate and responsible work habits.

3.      High degree of ethical standards, including adherence to general rules of safety, procedures, and fair labor standards.

4.      A commitment to high professional standards, including professional growth.

5.      High degree of organizational skill with the ability to manage multiple deadlines, tasks, projects and assignments.

6.      Serve as an ambassador for ICC, helping to maintain and promote a positive reputation for the college in the community.

 

Qualifications

  1. Associate’s Degree in Physical Education or related field required.  Bachelor's degree preferred. 

  2. Recruiting experience preferred but not required. 

  3. High level of self confidence and professionalism.

  4. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

  5. An educational philosophy in alignment with that of Independence Community College.

  6. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

  7. Ability to drive and valid driver’s license.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Created 12/08/09