The Head Athletics Coach – Softball will report to the Student Athletics Manager. 
In addition to the CUNY Title Overview, the Head Athletics Coach – Softball will be responsible for the following duties:
•    Head Athletics Coach – Softball duties will include; effective and communication pathways, leadership, patience, strategic planning, successful recruitment/retention of quality student-athletes, and attention to sport/game and administrative details of the softball program.  They will also provide a positive and competitive environment so all improve as individuals and collectively as a team.
 

Bachelor’s degree and two years’ full-time related experience required.

Other Qualifications:
Master’s degree preferred
A motor vehicle driver’s license valid in the State of New York may be required for some, but not all positions
Must be certified and maintain certification in First Aid and CPR/AED (or preferred)

Instruct student athletes in the rules, fundamentals, individual player development, sportsmanship, and leadership of their respective sports. In addition to those teaching duties, they are also responsible for determining the fundamental philosophy, skills, strategies, and techniques for each team.

•    Oversee and/or provide instruction for the teaching of current fundamentals, techniques, and strategies relative to one or more sport(s)
•    Lead regular practice sessions and contests in a safe physical environment; provide appropriate emergency care
•    Perform all duties in compliance with the rules and regulations of the NCAA/NJCAA, the College, the relevant conference, and the University
•    Recruit eligible student-athletes, supervise study activities, and monitor academic progress
•    May manage various budgets and oversee one or more athletic facilities
•    Serve as positive and professional role model and mentor to the student community, treating all persons with dignity and respect; prevent harassment and discrimination by coaching staff and athletes and report all breaches of ethical behavior
•    May conduct and participate in fundraising activities and community service events
•    May supervise athletics and support staff
•    May be required to transport team(s) to off-site practice sessions and/or events
•    Extensive travel some overnights and weekends
•    Performs related duties as assigned

Head Athletics Coach

Salary commensurate with education and experience $65,000 – $72,667.
CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world. 
 

Applications must be submitted online by accessing the CUNY Portal on City University of New York job website www.cuny.edu/employment or https://cuny.jobs/ and following the CUNYfirst Job System Instructions. To search for this vacancy, click on Search Job Listings, select More Options To Search For CUNY Jobs and enter the Job Opening ID number.
Click on the "Apply Now" button and follow the application instructions. Current users of the site should access their established accounts; new users should follow the instructions to set up an account.
Please have your documents available to attach into the application before you begin. Please note that the required material must be uploaded as ONE document under CV/ Resume (do not upload individual files for a cover letter, references, etc.). The document must be in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .rtf, or text format- and name of file should not exceed ten (10) characters – also DO NOT USE SYMBOLS (such as accents (é, è, (â, î or ô), ñ, ü, ï, –, _ or ç)).
Incomplete applications will not be considered. 
Please include:
•    Cover Letter or Statement of scholarly interests
•    Curriculum Vitae/ Resume
•    Names and contact information of 3 references
Upload all documents as ONE single file-- PDF format preferred.
 

The committee will begin reviewing complete applications on January 30, 2025. The search will remain open, and screening and review of applications will be ongoing-- until the position is filled. Applications submitted after the deadline will only be considered if the position(s) remain open after initial round.