Head Coach, Softball
On-siteBradenton, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Plan, organize, and lead high-quality softball practices, training sessions, and team development plans while utilizing analytics, video review, and modern player development methodologies to maximize athlete growth. Design individualized development plans and benchmarks, preparing teams for practices, games, tournaments, showcases, and recruiting events through structured planning and performance evaluation. Collaborate with Strength & Conditioning, Sports Medicine, and Mental Performance teams to support holistic athlete development and injury prevention. Lead recruiting and retention initiatives, assisting families through the college placement process while building relationships with collegiate and professional programs. Recruit, develop, mentor, and retain high-performing coaches and support staff. Foster a positive, inclusive team culture aligned with IMG Academy values, serving as a visible leader and ambassador for the program on campus and within the broader softball community. Monitor athletic, academic, and emotional well-being, ensuring appropriate support resources are provided. Adhere to all policies, safety standards, and governing body regulations including FHSAA and NCAA guidelines.
Required Qualifications
- High level of expertise in Softball coaching, player development systems, and competitive training methodologies
- Minimum of 7 years of experience playing, coaching, or managing softball at the collegiate, professional, academy, or elite amateur level
- Strong commitment to student-athlete development, welfare, and overall experience
- Proven leadership ability with experience managing staff, building culture, and driving program success
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Strong understanding of recruiting, player evaluation, and college placement processes
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-performance environment
- Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and leadership teams
- Willingness and ability to travel as required
- Ability to lift, move, push and pull equipment or boxes in excess of 40lbs
- Should be able to handle outdoor temperatures for a reasonable period of time
- Must be able to move around campus which includes gym, turf, fields, etc
- Ability to work flexible hours to include nights, weekends and holidays is required
- Requires a background check upon offer
- Requires a drug test upon offer
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Physical Education, Business Administration, or related field preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Strong understanding of recruiting, player evaluation, and college placement processes
- Experience utilizing softball technology, analytics platforms, and video analysis systems preferred
- Bilingual
- CPR Certification
- Valid driver's license with ability to drive for tournaments, games, travel
- Experience working camps
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