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Department Contact: Joseph Almaguer, 575-646-5448, jalma5@nmsu.edu
Internal or External Search: Internal/Private - by invitation to apply only
Advertising Summary: New Mexico State Athletics is home to 16 intercollegiate teams – and to some of the most dynamic sports squads in the nation. We look forward to you joining our team!
Position Title: Interim Asst Coach, Softball
College/Division: Athletics
Department: 108000-ATHLETICS
Department Contact: Joseph Almaguer, 575-646-5448, jalma5@nmsu.edu
Internal or External Search: Internal/Private - by invitation to apply only
Advertising Summary: New Mexico State Athletics is home to 16 intercollegiate teams – and to some of the most dynamic sports squads in the nation. We look forward to you joining our team!
Position Title: Interim Asst Coach, Softball
College/Division: Athletics
Department: 108000-ATHLETICS
Location: Las Cruces
Offsite Location (if applicable):
Target Hourly/Salary Rate: 40000.00
Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
FLSA Status : Exempt
Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon funding
Standard Work Schedule: Shift: Other Shift
If Not a Standard Work Schedule: Mornings, Nights, Weekends, Holidays, Travel Required
Job Duties and Responsibilities: Assists the head coach in planning, organizing, and conducting team practices, training sessions, and competitions.
Helps assess player skills, provides coaching in individual and team techniques, and supports position assignments.
Assists in developing and implementing game strategies and performance improvement plans.
Supports recruitment efforts by scouting prospective student-athletes, attending tournaments, and assisting with compliance to NCAA rules and regulations.
Provides guidance, mentoring, and leadership to student-athletes, fostering their athletic, academic, and personal development.
Assists with administrative tasks, including coordinating team logistics, monitoring equipment, and managing daily program operations.
Helps enforce team rules, safety procedures, and NCAA and institutional regulations.
Represents the softball program in a professional manner when interacting with students, parents, staff, and the general public.
Supports the head coach in program development, strategic planning, and special projects as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
Required Education:Bachelor's degree; Required Experience:Prefer one (1) year of experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined.; Equivalency:Substantial directly related experience may substitute for degree required.; Required Certification/License:
Equivalent Qualifications:
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Preferred Qualifications:
Special Certification/Licensure:
Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
Physical Effort: Moderate physical activity.
Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
Risk: Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
Apply NowNew Mexico State University record compared to the conference
| School | Conference | Overall | RPI | APR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty University | 11–1 | 31–8 | 32 | — |
| University of Delaware | 10–3 | 21–12 | 161 | — |
| Louisiana Tech University | 9–4 | 22–14 | 72 | — |
| Missouri State University | 9–4 | 11–24 | 207 | — |
| New Mexico State University | 8–5 | 21–15 | 107 | — |
| Florida International University | 8–4 | 26–11 | 63 | — |
| Middle Tennessee State University | 7–6 | 18–19 | 123 | — |
| Western Kentucky University | 6–8 | 20–16 | 94 | — |
| Sam Houston State University | 6–6 | 18–20 | 142 | — |
| Jacksonville State University | 6–7 | 23–15 | 62 | — |
| University of Texas at El Paso | 3–10 | 13–19 | 181 | — |
| Kennesaw State University | 0–14 | 9–29 | 228 | — |
New Mexico State University past performance
| Season | Head Coach | Assistant Coach | Conference | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 |
Benet Higgs |
– | – | |
| 2024-2025 |
Kathy Rodolph |
8–5 | 21–15 | |
| 2023-2024 |
Kathy Rodolph |
– | – | |
| 2022-2023 |
Kathy Rodolph |
– | 21–25 | |
| 2021-2022 |
Kathy Rodolph |
– | 13–38 | |
| 2020-2021 |
Kathy Rodolph |
– | 31–21 | |
| 2019-2020 |
Kathy Rodolph |
– | 14–8 | |
| 2018-2019 |
Kathy Rodolph |
– | 33–22 |
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