Assistant Softball Coach 2

Overview

Job ID
37479298

Category
Athletics

Organization
UCR Intercollegiate Athletics

Department
Softball

Location
Main Campus - UCR

Salary

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Overview

Job ID
37479298

Category
Athletics

Organization
UCR Intercollegiate Athletics

Department
Softball

Location
Main Campus - UCR

Salary
$48,800 - $81,000

Date Posted
June 8, 2026

Application Deadline
June 23, 2026

Schedule
Varies

Full/Part Time
Full-time(100%)

Level of Supervision
Supervision

Personnel Program Code
Professional & Support Staff

Other Information
Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No
UC Internal Job: No

Position Information

Under the direction of the Head Coach, the Assistant Softball Coach 2 is responsible for assisting with all aspects of an NCAA Division I Women's Softball program including, but not limited to, on field duties of hitting, infield or outfield; the identification and recruitment of academically and athletically qualified student-athletes; supporting the academic progress of student-athletes; preparing and conducting individual and team practices, training, and competition; fostering the academic, athletic, and personal growth of student-athletes; organizing team and staff travel arrangements; coordinating and administering special softball events; and representing the sports program as needed in association with promoting and fundraising for the program. The full salary range for the Assistant Softball Coach 2 is $48,800.00 - $81,000.00 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements

Requirements

Educational Requirements

Degree

Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training with a college-level program.

Required

Experience Requirements

| Experience | Requirement | | --- | --- | | 2 - 4 years of related experience. | Required |

Certification Requirements

| Certification | Requirement | | --- | --- | | May need to maintain NCAA certified recruiter status. | Preferred | | May need to maintain CPR/AED and First Aid certification. | Preferred |

Special Conditions

| Special Condition | Requirement | | --- | --- | | Shift Work (hours outside standard Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours) | Required | | Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours | Required | | Travel | Required |

Minimum Requirements

| Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with athletic participants. | | Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and decision-making; be an effective problem solver and effectively communicate verbally and in writing. | | Specialized knowledge of the team sport or activity, as well as basic technical expertise in coaching principles. | | Current knowledge of applicable rules and standards of the affiliated athletic conference, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) or National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), as well as other associations and agencies to which the campus adheres, and, at all times avoid any and all violations of these rules and standards. | | Demonstrated effective problem solving and communication skills, verbally and in writing. |

Preferred Qualifications

| Specialized knowledge in managing but not limited to hitting, infield and outfield. | | Specialized knowledge and use of technology and video to enhance player development and team performance. |

Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
• UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
• UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
• UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

Job Description Details

General Information

Job Title
COACH AST 2

Job Code
005046

Grade
17

Department Head
Gregory Paules

Supervisor
Brittney Matta

Generic Scope

Professional who applies acquired job skills, policies, and procedures to complete substantive assignments/projects/tasks of moderate scope and complexity; exercises judgment within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action.

Custom Scope

Under general direction, oversees specific aspects of a small to mid-size sports program. May provide guidance to other personnel.

Department Custom Scope

Under the direction of the Head Coach, the Assistant Softball Coach 2 is responsible for assisting with all aspects of an NCAA Division I Women's Softball program including, but not limited to, on field duties of hitting, infield or outfield; the identification and recruitment of academically and athletically qualified student-athletes; supporting the academic progress of student-athletes; preparing and conducting individual and team practices, training, and competition; fostering the academic, athletic, and personal growth of student-athletes; organizing team and staff travel arrangements; facilitating administrative duties, paperwork, video and scouting; managing the distribution and ordering of team equipment and supplies; coordinating and administering special softball events; and representing the sports program as needed in association with promoting and fundraising for the program.

Key Responsibilities

| Description | Percent Time | | --- | --- | | Analyzes performance and instructs participants in program strategies and techniques to prepare them for competition. | 15% | | Observes players while they perform to determine need for individual or team improvement. | 15% | | May assist in the recruitment of prospective athletes within the framework of the university, department, conference, NCAA rules. | 15% | | Under guidance of head coach, develops technical aspects of player coaching. | 10% | | Participates in the evaluation of student athletes' performance. | 5% | | Represents and promotes professional conduct, university good will and high standards at all events and games. | 5% | | Ensures adherence to all governing rules, university, department, conference, NCAA policies and procedures, including student-athlete benefits. | 5% | | May assist in coaching at competitive events. | 5% | | May assist in most practice and conditioning sessions. | 5% | | May participate in fundraising activities for the program and department. | 5% | | Technology & video: Manage and operate video technology effectively to enhance player and team development. | 5% | | Administration: Handle paperwork and related administrative responsibilities in a thorough, complete, timely manner and adhere to university and department fiscal procedures and practices. | 5% | | Facility: managing and supervising the softball facility maintenance and day to day operations. | 5% |

Other Requirements

Items Used done Standard Office Equipment

done Calculator

done Computer

done video camera

done Copier

done tablet

done Printer

done Scanner

Physical Requirements done Bend: Constantly

done Sit: Occasionally

done Squat: Frequently

done Stand: Frequently

done Crawl: Occasionally

done Walk: Frequently

done Climb: Occasionally

done Other: May be asked to throw batting practice if qualified, and lift machines for set- up and take down of practice.

Mental Requirements done Read/Comprehend: Constantly

done Write: Frequently

done Perform Calculations: Occasionally

done Communicate Orally: Constantly

done Reason & Analyze: Constantly

Environmental Requirements done Is exposed to excessive noise: Yes

clear Is around moving machinery: No

done Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity: Yes

clear Drives motorized equipment: No

clear Works in confined quarters: No

done Dust: Yes

clear Fumes: No

Critical Position done Yes

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