Assistant Softball Coach

Job Summary

The Assistant Softball Coach is responsible for providing assistance to the head coach. All personnel must adhere to all safety standards, ensure the well-being of student-athletes and support their academic success.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in administering a highly competitive Division I softball program
• Keep abreast of changing rules, techniques, technologies, and philosophies relevant to their sport
• Assist with instructing individuals or groups on sports rules, game strategies, and performance
• Evaluates and recruits qualified student-athletes
• Assist with coordinating the travel arrangements and travel with the team during away contests
• Assist with all aspects of the team, including strength and conditioning, practicing, competition and scheduling
• Commits to and is responsible for adhering to all rules and regulations set forth for the team, the University, the SWAC and the NCAA with the utmost integrity
• Works cooperatively with personnel in the athletics department, always present the University positively when interacting with the community, alumni, high school and AAU coaches, media and general public
• Assist with the academic process
• Represent the Head Coach in meetings when requested by the head coach
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach

Job Summary

The Assistant Softball Coach is responsible for providing assistance to the head coach. All personnel must adhere to all safety standards, ensure the well-being of student-athletes and support their academic success.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in administering a highly competitive Division I softball program
• Keep abreast of changing rules, techniques, technologies, and philosophies relevant to their sport
• Assist with instructing individuals or groups on sports rules, game strategies, and performance
• Evaluates and recruits qualified student-athletes
• Assist with coordinating the travel arrangements and travel with the team during away contests
• Assist with all aspects of the team, including strength and conditioning, practicing, competition and scheduling
• Commits to and is responsible for adhering to all rules and regulations set forth for the team, the University, the SWAC and the NCAA with the utmost integrity
• Works cooperatively with personnel in the athletics department, always present the University positively when interacting with the community, alumni, high school and AAU coaches, media and general public
• Assist with the academic process
• Represent the Head Coach in meetings when requested by the head coach
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• One to Five years of coaching experience on collegiate or high school level
• Worked as a graduate assistant coach or volunteer coach to gain coaching experience
• Effective written/oral communication
• Ability to work effectively with all intercollegiate personnel, students, alumni and community
• Sound judgment and maturity
• Must be knowledgeable of NCAA rules and regulations

Preferred: - Master’s Degree - Previous experience in intercollegiate athletics

Supplemental Information

Applications without the following will not be considered complete.

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Transcript(s) if applicable
• Curriculum Vitae if applicable

Review of applicants will begin July 1st, 2026 and will continue until position is filled.

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