Head Softball Coach - Department of Athletics

Join a vibrant equity-minded campus whose excellence is reflected in its community, cultural engagement, and student success. The Department of Athletics invites applicants for a Head Softball Coach position. This a Full-Time, salaried, 12-month position with benefits.

West Chester University is an NCAA Division II member of the highly competitive Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC). The Department of Athletics prepares our student athletes for life-long success by providing opportunities for them to excel in the classroom, in competition and in the community. We are a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good. Learn more about WCU’s Department of Athletics.

The Head Softball Coach is responsible for all aspects of administering and operating an NCAA Division II program. The incumbent will supervise full-time and volunteer assistant coaches, recruit qualified prospective student-athletes, run summer camps and clinics as well as other fundraising events, and handle the administrative functions of the program. This position requires regular afternoon, evening, and weekend availability, including travel with the team to all competitions.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for fulfilling all duties associated with successful coaching at the college level and will demonstrate excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills to be a positive role model and representative of the university. This person will manage multiple priorities and assignments. This Softball Head Coach will collaborate with other departmental staff to ensure student success.

Responsibilities include:

Coaching and Program Leadership

• Plan and conduct all practices, conditioning, and competition for the varsity softball program.
• Develop and implement offensive, defensive, and pitching strategies suited to PSAC and NCAA Division II competition.
• Prepare the competitive schedule, including fall and non-traditional segments, within NCAA and PSAC limits.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate assistant coaches, graduate assistants, and volunteer staff.

Recruiting

• Identify, evaluate, and recruit prospective student-athletes who fit WCU academically, athletically, and socially.
• Manage recruiting within the program's scholarship allocation and the department's financial aid guidelines.
• Build and maintain relationships with high school, travel ball, and junior college coaches.

Student-Athlete Development and Welfare

• Monitor academic progress and support timely graduation in partnership with academic support staff.
• Promote student-athlete health, safety, and well-being in coordination with sports medicine and strength and conditioning staff.
• Foster a positive team culture rooted in accountability, respect, and inclusion.
• Encourage participation in community service, leadership programming, and the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC).

Compliance

• Know and follow all NCAA, PSAC, and University rules and policies; ensure staff and student-athletes do the same.
• Complete required compliance education, recruiting documentation, and certifications on time.

Administration, Budget, and Facilities

• Manage the program's operating budget, travel, and equipment responsibly and within university procedures.
• Coordinate facility scheduling, field maintenance needs, and game-day operations with athletics staff.

Fundraising, Alumni, and Community Relations

• Partner with athletics development on fundraising, including the Golden Ram Athletic Fund and program-specific giving.
• Engage alumni, parents, and the community through events, camps, and clinics.
• Represent the program professionally with media, campus partners, and the public.

Other

• Bachelor’s degree 
• Five years of previous high school and/or two years of college coaching experience in softball
• Knowledge of and conformity to NCAA rules
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in writing & verbally, and present dynamically to a variety of constituents
• Possess a valid driver’s license and ability to travel with the team, including driving team vans (15-passenger van)
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and a flexible schedule during the academic year

• Head coaching or FT assistant experience at the NCAA level; and/or
• Working knowledge of PSAC, Institutional rules, and affiliated student related governance and compliance practices; and/or
• Familiarity with the PSAC and the Mid-Atlantic recruiting landscape.
• Record of team academic achievement (team GPA, Academic Success Rate); and/or
• Experience with fundraising, alumni engagement, and running camps and clinics; and/or
• Proficiency with video analysis, performance analytics, and recruiting and roster management software

The salary for this position is commensurate with experience and APSCUF Coaches’ Union collective bargaining agreement.

Apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/wcupa. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. This advertisement may be closed without notice upon receipt of a sufficient pool of qualified candidates.

Required Documents for Consideration

To be considered an applicant for the position, please submit the following:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae/Resume
• List of three references with contact information (Include position title, phone number, and email address).

To be considered a finalist, applicants must successfully complete the application and interview process.

Due to the nature of this position, employment visa sponsorship is not available.

All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon satisfactory completion of all preemployment criminal background checks.

Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty and staff advances West Chester University’s educational mission. West Chester University is an Affirmative Action – Equal Opportunity Employer.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act and Act 73 of 1988, West Chester University publishes a combined Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR). The ASFSR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASFSR is available for review on the Public Safety website.

Application Questions?

Email hrs@wcupa.edu for questions regarding the application process.

  Full-Time Strength and Conditioning Assistant Coach - Department of Athletics

Join a vibrant campus community whose excellence is reflected in its diversity and student success. West Chester University of Pennsylvania’s Department of Athletics invites applications for a Full-Time Strength and Conditioning Assistant Coach.

West Chester University is an NCAA Division II member of the highly competitive Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC). The Department of Athletics prepares our student athletes for life-long success by providing opportunities for them to excel in the classroom, in competition, and in the community. We are a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good.

WCU proudly offers a positive and purposeful work environment; comprehensive employee benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance along with many wellness programs; a commitment to work-life balance including generous paid vacation, paid sick time, military leave and paid time off for most major holidays; and a University mission to support employee personal and professional growth including a tuition waiver for self and family members, training and development, and advancement opportunities.

The Assistant Coach is responsible for supporting all duties associated with successful coaching at the college level including designing, implementing, and monitoring sport specific strength and conditioning training programs for individual athletes and varsity teams. 

The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills to be a positive role model and representative of the university. 

Responsibilities include:

• Design, implement, and monitor sport specific strength and conditioning programs for varsity student athletes
• Collaborate with coaches and athletic trainers to improve team performance and reduce the risk of injury
• Coordinate with athletic trainers to develop strength and conditioning programs to support athlete rehabilitation 
• Collaborate with Sports Nutrition Department to support athlete health including nutrition, body weight, and body composition
• Teach proper resistance and exercise training technique
• Teach proper running and weight training movements
• Teach Olympic style lifting
• Conduct pre-season and off-season fitness evaluations
• Support strength and conditioning facility and team schedules 
• Maintain required documentation for all strength and conditioning programs
• Anticipate potential risks of injury, take measures to remove them, and, in the event of an injury, implement emergency medical procedures 
• Assist in the maintenance of weight rooms, equipment, and facilities 
• Train and supervise student employees and interns
• Follow and demonstrate support for all policies and regulations of West Chester University, Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association including NCAA policies on banned substances
• Maintain professional certification per CSCCA and NSCA policies and regulations
• Assist with administrative duties
• Other duties as assigned

• Two (2) years of professional experience working with college or professional teams 
• Current certification in strength and conditioning by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (CSCS) or the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coach Association (SCCC)
• Current certification in CPR 
• Current First Aid certification
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends

• Master’s Degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or a related field 
• Programming experience
• Experience implementing plyometrics 
• Experience with speed development and conditioning 
• Experience coaching Olympic style lifts
• Experience using sports science applications such as Vald, Gymaware, and Teambuildr  
• Knowledge of and conformity to NCAA policies and regulations

Salary and benefits are dictated by the Association of Pennsylvania State College and University Faculties (APSCUF) Non-Faculty Coaches Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Candidates should apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/wcupa. A cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references are required for consideration. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. No phone calls please.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. 

Due to the nature of the position, employment visa sponsorship is not available. 

All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon satisfactory completion of all preemployment criminal background checks.

Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty and staff advances West Chester University’s educational mission.  West Chester University is an Affirmative Action – Equal Opportunity Employer.

Email hrs@wcupa.edu for questions regarding the application process.