Edmonds College softball seeks assistant coach

LYNNWOOD -- Edmonds College softball is seeking applicants for the position of assistant coach for the upcoming year.

Summary
The position will report to the interim head softball coach and athletic director, and be involved with all aspects of the softball program. Pay is a $2,100 stipend, but there is opportunity for part-time hourly work within the athletic department, to earn money for organizing and working softball camps throughout the year, and for overseeing athletic department fundraising events. 

Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in identifying and recruiting academically and athletically talented student-athletes for the program; Coach/Teach athletes and assist with day-to-day activities; Support the head coach in maintaining a competitive and successful program; Comply with NWAC/ NCAA rules and regulations and support Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) and Edmonds College Philosophy and Mission; Promote program on campus and in the community (player volunteer work, camps, etc.); Represent the College on and off the field in a positive fashion; Drive a state vehicle (12 and 7 passenger vans) to and from contests; Assist in fundraising efforts; Organize and run team study halls;  Other duties as assigned. 

Qualification, Knowledge, and Skills Required
Playing experience and ability to teach the sport; Strong organizational, management and communication skills with attention to detail; Must be able to pass a background check and have valid driver’s license; must be able to cross the border into Canada; Work is very physical and mostly done outside, sometimes in occasionally harsh weather conditions. 

Application Process
Send a letter of interest, résumé and contact information for three references to athletic director Spencer Stark (spencer.stark@edmonds.edu). This position will be open until filled. Start date is immediate; the team begins official fall practices on September 5th.

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