Head Softball Coach

Southern Arkansas University

Magnolia, AR

Posted Date: Jun 09, 2026

QUALIFICATION

  • Salary Expectation
    Not Provided
  • Years of Experience
    3+ Years
  • Work Type
    Full-time

ABOUT PROGRAM

Athletic Director
Conference
GAC (DII)

SPORTS/DEPARTMENT

About the Job
Job Description

Head Softball Coach

Southern Arkansas University, a NCAA Division II member institution and member of the Great American Conference (GAC) is seeking applicants for the position of Head Softball Coach.

Duties: provide strategic direction, leadership and motivation for the entire softball program; coach and develop athletes to achieve success on the field and in the classroom; comply with NCAA, Great American Conference, and University rules and regulations; provide effective management of games and practices; recruit highly qualified student-athletes; assist in fundraising; manage all softball related budgets; attend staff meetings; communicate with alumni; organize and manage camps and clinics; establish a strong working relationship with University and surrounding community; and perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics. Additional work responsibilities will be assigned based on qualifications.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred; 3-5 years coaching experience equivalent to Division II; head coach experience preferred; demonstrated ability and success in teaching the skills and fundamentals of softball excellent written and verbal communication skills; proven leadership and management ability; aptitude to organize and motivate student-athletes to maximum performance level in softball; possess academic achievements; proven experience in recruiting highly motivated and qualified student-athletes; and budget experience. All SAU faculty and staff demonstrate a commitment to the value of all members of the SAU community, to excellence in interpersonal behaviors, and effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU family requires a commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement.

Interested parties should send a letter of interest, resume, transcripts, and the contact information of five (5) references to Human Resources, Southern Arkansas University, P.O. Box 9288, Magnolia, AR 71754-9288 or HR@saumag.edu. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, reviews begin immediately. AA/EOE. Non-listed references may be contacted.

Posted: June 8, 2026

Program Performance

GAC Softball (W) 2024–2025

Southern Arkansas University record compared to the conference

School Conference Overall RPI APR
Southern Arkansas University 19–1 29–5
Harding University 17–3 33–5
Oklahoma Baptist University 15–5 22–14
Southern Nazarene University 13–7 22–13
Arkansas Tech University 12–8 22–17
Southeastern Oklahoma State University 10–10 19–20
University of Arkansas at Monticello 8–12 14–20
East Central University 6–14 13–18
Northwestern Oklahoma State University 5–15 9–25
Ouachita Baptist University 5–15 14–26
Southwestern Oklahoma State University 5–15 12–20
Henderson State University

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