Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.
Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.
Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia where we pride ourselves in the USG Statement of Core Values - Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values form and guide the daily work of our institution.
CSU's core values - Excellence, Creativity, Engagement, Sustainability, Inclusion, and Servant Leadership make us an institution like no other. Each year, we enroll more than 7,000 students from the Southeast, across the nation, and around the world. Many programs at Columbus State rank high for affordability and value. The university strives to provide all students with an exceptional education that's accessible, affordable, and creative to the core.
Athletics
Columbus State University, a Division II member of the Peach Belt Conference invites applications for the position of Assistant Softball Coach. This position will assist the Head Coach and other assistant coaches in performing all duties in compliance with all NCAA, Peach Belt Conference, and Columbus State University rules and regulations.
Significant Duties and Responsibilities: Assistance in planning and hosting prospective student-athlete on campus visits.; Assist head coach in responding to contacts, to include, coaches' mailings, player questionnaires, observing team practices and games, phone calls, recruitment, emails, and admissions contacts; establish and maintain a recruiting database.; Perform phone calls and emails to recruits; attend practices and/or games of recruits.; Build relationships with prospective student-athletes and current athletes.; Assist the head coach with travel by arranging bus and van schedules, pre- and post-game meals, and overnight accommodations.; Plan and conduct Softball camps, clinics, leagues, lessons, and tournaments.; Analyze recruits, current players, and opponents via video.; Assist head coach in monitoring academic progress with study tables, academic meetings, class scheduling, and classroom checks.; Assist players as needed; meet established fund raising goals for the program.; Participate in community fund-raising as coordinated by the Athletic Director.; Selected candidate will also assist the head coach with a daily practice plan; assist in creating and implementing strength and conditioning plans for the program; and all other related duties as assigned.; Performs grounds maintenance and improvements on athletic field. Duties include, but not limited to, dragging playing surfaces, mowing, irrigation operation and repairs, grading and seeding, equipment and vehicle operation, and game day field preparation.
Required Qualifications include: Bachelor's degree in a related field
Preferred Qualifications include: Softball coaching experience at a NCAA Division I or Division II School, success as a player at a Division I or Division II School, or success as a head coach at the high school level is also preferred.
The proposed annualized salary range for this position is $39,253 - 42,784 and includes full benefits.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities include: In-depth knowledge and understanding of conference and NCAA rules and regulations.; Exceptional leadership skills; a proven track record of consistently modeling positive behaviors at all times.; Strong follow-through skills, as well as, the ability to plan, organize, and control projects through to completion.; Strong desire and ability to successfully recruit.; Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.; Willingness to travel nights and weekends.; Ability to work effectively in a diverse community.
If you have any questions, please contact Bradford Huskisson, Hiring Manager, via email at [email protected]
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:
- A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
- Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.
- Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.
*Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *
For Faculty Hires : Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.
This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
- Position of Trust