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Head Softball Coach

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Department:

Athletics

Locations:

SAN ANTONIO, TX

Posted:

Apr 27, 2026

Closes:

May 8, 2026 - 11:59 PM EDT

Type:

Exempt

Position ID:

199895

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About Our Lady of the Lake University:

On a foundation of faith, wisdom and trust in Divine Providence, Our Lady of the Lake University (OLLU) empowers graduates to transform their communities, families, and professions. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Divine Providence, OLLU stands as San Antonio's oldest regionally accredited institution of higher learning. A private, Catholic university, it currently enrolls approximately 1,800 students across undergraduate and graduate programs. With its main residential campus in San Antonio and additional locations in Houston and the Rio Grande Valley (La Feria), and online programs, OLLU extends its mission across Texas, the border region, and the nation. 

Academic Programs
OLLU offers a rich academic portfolio of more than 30 undergraduate majors and minors, 14 master's programs and three doctoral programs. Courses are delivered through diverse formats to support traditional and non-traditional students alike. 
 

Job Description:

Job Summary:

The Head Coach is responsible for the leadership, strategic planning and administration of all aspects of the women's softball program and reports to the Athletic Director. This position ensures the program operates with the highest standards of integrity, fosters positive and competitive student-athlete experience, and supports the holistic development of student-athletes academically, athletically, and personally. The Head Coach is expected to exemplify and promote the NAIA Champions of Character principles & uphold OLLU's core values in all facets of the program. Additionally, the Head Coach is responsible for ensuring full compliance with all applicable NAIA, institutional, and conference rules and regulations.

 

Performance Evaluation Metrics

• Cumulative team grade point average of 3.0 or higher.
• Retention rate from fall-to-fall of 80 percent or higher.
• Finish in the top four of the Red River Athletic Conference standings.
• Five-year graduation rate of 80 percent or higher.
• Fundraising goal of $10,000 or more.

 

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

1. Instill the core values of OLLU and the NAIA into every aspect of the program.
2. Know and comply with the rules and regulations of the Red River Athletic Conference, the NAIA, and OLLU.
3. Foster disciplined and sportsmanlike behavior; establish and oversee penalties for breach of competitive values by individual students.
4. Exercise good judgment in projecting positive coaching behavior. Is responsible for the team's conduct during practice and travel, as well as during competition.
5. Strive to build good sportsmanship values and develop good public relations in the university and the community.
6. Meet enrollment goals for the program as established annually by the athletic director.
7. Recruit, retain, and graduate scholarly athletes in the program in accordance with goals set by the athletic director.
8. Develop a competitive team that can attract talented, scholar athletes.
9. Initiate a conditioning program that supports minimizing injuries.
10. Keep abreast of new developments, innovative ideas, and techniques by attendance at clinics, workshops and reviewing current publications.
11. Keep practice periods for the sport within the confines set by the athletic director and with due consideration to the coaching staff and welfare of participants.
12. Maintains responsibility for the program budget and complies with institutional policies regarding purchase orders and other internal controls.
13. Works closely with the athletic director in scheduling athletic contests and reducing travel costs when possible.
14. Operate the program within its scholarship and operations budget.
15. Supervise assistant coaches to maximize the benefit of the program.
16. Prepares and submits to the director a budget for the sport which is cost-effective and administratively efficient.
17. Assists the faculty Athletics Representative and Athletics Director in preparing eligibility documentation
18. Support vibrancy by engaging student-athletes in supporting other programming in Athletics and Student Affairs.
19. In charge of the recruitment of all student-athletes in the program, acts as a liaison with the admissions and financial department during the recruiting process.

 

Additional Responsibilities:

1. Participates in fundraising as coordinated by the athletic director and the advancement office.
2. Assists in special events and tournaments, championships, fundraisers, and/or clinics to include, but not limited to, one major fundraiser per year and one camp or clinic per year related to respective sport.
3. Attends staff development meetings, clinics and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.
4. Writes an annual report at the end of the season evaluating the program with recommendations for improvements.
5. Adhere to university policies, state and federal laws concerning Title IX, HIPPA and FERPA.
6. Maintain inventory at the beginning and end of academic year to be submitted to the AD.
7. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Experience as a softball coach at the college level is preferred.
2. Display knowledge of coaching techniques, conditioning, and injury prevention.
3. Must possess a thorough knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of the sport.
4. Effective oral and written communication skills.
5. Ability to instill discipline in a diverse population of students, as well as to mentor and motivate them towards success as scholarly athletes.
6. Ability to organize and document large competitions and camps, as well as to communicate expectations clearly.
7. Interpersonal skills to support professional relationships with officials, coaches, parents, media, and the public.
8. Ability to work collaboratively with other departments on campus.
9. Must possess a valid Texas driver's license.

 

Education and Experience:

1. Bachelor's degree required. Masters preferred.
2. Requires three years of college or national level federation coaching experience in the assigned sport.

Additional Information:

Employment with Our Lady of the Lake University is contingent upon the applicant undergoing a background investigation.

OLLU seeks to attract, develop and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administrators. The University is committed to diversity and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities. EOE

Our Lady of the Lake University uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

Application Instructions:

Please submit an online application and resume.

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