Salary: $4,200.00 AnnuallyLocation : Aberdeen, WAJob Type: Part-TimeJob Number: 00719Department: Athletic DepartmentOpening Date: 07/23/2024Closing Date: ContinuousDescription Grays Harbor College Athletic Department invites applications for the position of Assistant Coach for Intercollegiate Women's Softball with an emphasis on pitching. Reporting to the Head softball coach, and the Director of Athletics, the selected candidate will be responsible working with the Head Coach of the women's softball program, ensuring compliance with athletic department, college, and Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) guidelines. The assistant coach holds a significant role in developing the pitching staff, ensuring their growth and success both on and off the field. This is a part-time, non-tenure position without benefits eligibility. This position is paid through an annual stipend. Grays Harbor College serves the communities of Grays Harbor and Pacific counties on the Pacific coast of Washington. Located in Aberdeen, Washington at the base of the beautiful Olympic Peninsula, the College is less than an hour away from scenic Pacific Ocean beaches and close to both the Olympic and Mount Rainier National Parks. Grays Harbor provides the perfect landscape to enjoy the abundance of excellent outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, biking, fishing, clam digging, surfing, boating, and various kayak/canoe paddling opportunities. Grays Harbor is committed to providing excellent educational opportunities. We prioritize student learning, promote student and faculty success, foster an inclusive environment, manage our resources, and connect with the community. We strive to create a culturally relevant environment on campus and in the community by learning and practicing equity-mindedness and promoting faculty, staff, and student diversity. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide individualized coaching to softball pitchers on mechanics, grips, and pitches.
- Develop and implement practice plans focused on pitching techniques and strategies.
- Analyze game performance and provide feedback to pitchers for improvement.
- Conduct drills and exercises to improve pitchers' velocity, accuracy, and stamina.
- Work on developing new pitches and refining existing ones.
- Assist in planning pitching rotations and strategies for games.
- Provide in-game coaching and support to pitchers.
- Monitor pitchers' physical and mental readiness during games.
- Identify and evaluate potential pitching recruits.
- Attend recruiting events, showcases, and tournaments to scout prospects.
- Assist in building relationships with recruits and their families.
- Use video technology to analyze pitchers' mechanics and performance.
- Provide feedback based on video analysis to help pitchers refine their skills.
- Assist with scheduling of pitching practices and individual sessions.
- Help manage pitching equipment and inventory.
- Ensure compliance with GHC and NWAC rules regarding recruiting and practice.
- Communicate effectively with pitchers, coaching staff, and support personnel.
- Foster a positive and supportive environment for pitchers' growth and development.
- Mentor pitchers academically, athletically, and personally.
- Complete required paperwork and reports accurately and on time.
- Participate in outreach activities such as pitching clinics and camps.
- Represent the program positively at community events and fundraisers.
- Assist with fundraising efforts for the softball and athletics program.
- Handle additional administrative tasks as needed for the team's success.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated experience as a softball coach and/or player
- Current CPR/First Aid certification and/or will obtain as per condition of employment
- Knowledgeable of NWAC code and regulations and/or willingness to become knowledgeable
- Valid unrestricted Washington Driver's License
- Good interpersonal communication skills
- Time management skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 1-2 years assistant coaching in a college level program
Supplemental Information In addition to the GHC online Application you will need to submit the following materials. Incomplete applications will not be accepted or considered.
- Letter of application addressing your qualifications for the position.
- Resume
- Contact information for 3 professional references.
Background checks - Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Grays Harbor College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal, as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendment Act, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act and Washington State's Law Against Discrimination, Chapter 49.60 RCW and their implementing regulations. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Title II/Section 504 - Colleen Meyers, Interim Executive Director of HRTitle IX Coordinator - Ashley Bowie-Gallegos, Dean of Student Services and Enrollment Management For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-###-####.This is a part-time, non-tenure position and not eligible for benefits. 01 Do you have demonstrated experience as a softball coach and/or player? 02 Do you have current CPR/First Aid certification or the ability to obtain per condition of employment? 03 Are you knowledgeable of NWAC code and regulations or willingness to become knowledgeable? 04 Do you a valid unrestricted Washington Driver's License or the ability to obtain one if hired? 05 Do you good interpersonal communication skills and time management skills? Required Question