Penn State Shenango – Head Softball Coach (Part Time) Contract

Job Number: REQ_0000062311

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Penn State Shenango has an immediate opening for the part time Women’s Softball Head Coach.

Penn State Shenango is a member of the Penn State University Athletic Conference (PSUAC) and the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA). This is a part-time opening reporting to the Director of Athletics.

Job Duties

• Organization and administration of all phases of a comprehensive softball program, including practice and game preparation, recruitment of qualified student-athletes, scheduling, academic monitoring, and team fundraising.

• Ability to effectively motivate student-athletes is essential, as well as a demonstrated commitment to high academic standards, healthy lifestyles, demonstrated leadership skills, ability to manage team dynamics, and a commitment to USCAA, PSUAC, and NCAA regulations.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Successful background in coaching softball experience preferred.

• The successful candidate should provide evidence of the ability to build a winning program consistent with the values of the USCAA, PSUAC, and the mission of Penn State Shenango.

• Additionally, an understanding of, and commitment to, PSUAC, USCAA, and NCAA Rules and Regulations is required.

This job requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid US
driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required
in addition to standard background checks.

This job requires the following 3 publicly available clearances:
* PA State Police Criminal Background Check
* PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form
* FBI Criminal Background Check

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

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing
diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual
uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity
initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and
nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core
strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Sharon, PA