Assistant Softball Coach | Sauk Valley Community College

Dixon, Illinois, Adjunct Assistant Softball Coach Sauk Valley Community College (SVCC) seeks an innovative, dedicated individual to fill the adjunct opening for Assistant Softball Coach. Join us in developing student-athletes both on and off the field! Position Overview The Assistant Softball Coach provides support and assistance with all aspects of the softball program to help create and sustain a competitive intercollegiate program at SVCC. This position instructs student-athletes in the rules and fundamentals of softball while also working to develop the whole student both in and out of the classroom. The Assistant Coach should be available for team practices and softball events held in the evenings and weekends from September to April. Salary Note:  This is a part-time position with an annual contractual salary of $11,600. The contract is renewed annually. A link to our comprehensive employee benefits package is provided below. Benefits Information: https://www.svcc.edu/employees/opportunities/benefits.html   Key Duties & Responsibilities The duties encompass coaching, recruitment, administration, and compliance for a varsity intercollegiate program. What You’ll Do Support the Head Coach in the daily operation of a competitive NJCAA Division I softball program. Plan, conduct, and assist with practices, skill instruction, and game-day strategy. Assist with recruitment of players. Mentor student-athletes in academic success, personal development, and leadership. Assist with holding players accountable for ethical behavior. Ensure compliance with all NJCAA Division I and institutional rules. Assist with camps, clinics, community engagement activities, and fundraising events. Serve as a positive role model who reflects SVCC’s mission, values, and commitment to inclusive excellence. What We’re Looking For Collegiate playing or coaching experience preferred. Working knowledge of softball techniques, strategy, and skill development. Maintain team statistics and complete statistical entries via NJCAA requirements as requested by Head Coach. Ability to teach, motivate, and care for student-athletes. Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills. Understanding of (or ability to quickly learn) NJCAA Division I rules. Ability to evaluate talent and recruit student-athletes who will succeed academically and athletically. Must hold a valid driver’s license and pass a motor-vehicle check. Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required. Must be able to obtain First Aid/CPR certification per NJCAA requirements. Preferred: Bachelor’s degree. Physical Requirements Combination of office work and outdoor practice/field responsibilities. Ability to demonstrate softball skills, which may involve physical exertion. Exposure to outdoor weather, field conditions, and minor environmental hazards. Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. of equipment. Sauk Valley Community College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination in all employee and student relations. No person on the basis of race, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, sex, genetic information, creed, religion, color, marital or parental status or family responsibilities, veteran status, age, national origin, membership in any professional group, organization or association, socioeconomic status, or mental or physical disability is discriminated against, which includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial assistance, placement, recruitment, educational programs, and activities. Students admitted from a foreign country are expected to take the TOEFL exam.  A minimum level of competency on the TOEFL exam is part of the consideration of admission.  For students who reside in the United States, a lack of English skills is not a barrier to admission and participation in educational programs. Violation of this policy on the basis of sex is also governed by the Sexual Misconduct Procedures. Inquiries or complaints may be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator or the Director of Human Resources. 25 hours a week during the season