Assistant Coach, Softball

University of Montevallo; Montevallo (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Montevallo is seeking a coaching professional to support the Head Coach in managing all aspects of a competitive NCAA Division II program. This role emphasizes leadership, recruiting, and student-athlete development on a campus with a strong academic focus.

The position requires collaboration with staff, adherence to NCAA and conference rules, and a commitment to compliance and the student-athlete experience. On-campus responsibilities and community engagement are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• DI or DII coaching and/or playing experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.
• First Aid, CPR and AED certifications per NCAA guidelines

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in organizing practices and contests.
• Maintain performance standards aligned with academic and athletic expectations.
• Assist in implementing a recruiting program to attract student-athletes to attend the University of Montevallo.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA, Gulf South Conference, and university policies.
• Attend department and staff meetings as required.
• Coordinate eligibility, financial aid, facilities scheduling, and game operations.
• Develop fundraising activities with athletic advancement.
• Represent the university at meetings and community events.

Skills

Coaching fundamentals

Recruiting activities

Team supervision

NCAA rules knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The purpose of this position is to provide coaching expertise and leadership and assist the Head Coach in the management and administration of all aspects of a competitive NCAA Division II program resulting in a positive and beneficial intercollegiate experience for student-athletes.

Job Duties

• 1. Assist the head coach in the organization and supervision of practices and contests.
• 2. Maintain standards of performance consistent with departmental, academic, and athletic expectations.
• 3. Assist in implementing a successful recruiting program to attract outstanding student-athletes to attend the University of Montevallo.
• 4. Conduct all aspects of the program within the rules, regulations, and procedures of the conference, the NCAA , the departmental policy manual, and the university.
• 5. Attend and participates in department and staff meetings as requested/required.
• 6. Coordinate and implement the eligibility requirements to ensure full compliance with governing rules and regulations, proper administration of financial aid for both prospective and enrolled student-athletes, facilities scheduling, and contest administration and game operations as necessary.
• 7. Maintain a positive and constructive working relationship with University and departmental support staff to ensure an efficient and effective program and department.
• 8. Develop and participate in fund-raising activities for the program in conjunction with athletic advancement through the Falcon Club.
• 9. Represent the University at professional meetings, alumni gatherings, campus activities and civic affairs as requested by the head coach.
• 10. Encourage an effective outreach program with student-athletes that provide benefit to the on and off-campus community.
• 11. Maintain relationships with parents, alumni, friends of the program, and others toward the positive image and promotion of the Athletics Program.
• 12. Remain in full compliance with NCAA , University, and Gulf South Conference rules.
• 13. Comply with all NCAA rules and regulations, and acknowledge this compliance as part of an annual evaluation process.
• 14. Perform required field maintenance.

Additional Duties

Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned. The individual holding this position will serve as a representative of the University and, as such, shall promote a positive impression by demonstrating a collegial and professional customer-service approach at all times.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic principles of coaching/team supervision;
• Ability to effectively coordinate recruiting activities;
• Ability to maintain team discipline and instill proper ethical and moral standards;
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Education and Experience The educational requirement for this position is: Bachelor’s degree
Education substituted for experience? No
This position requires: DI or DII coaching and/or playing experience. Pitching experience preferred.
Experience substituted for education? No

Licenses, Certification or Registrations

• Valid driver’s license
• Successful completion of NCAA DII University required educational modules.
• Successful completion of First Aid, CPR and AED certifications per NCAA guidelines

Environmental Working Conditions

Travel Requirements

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Physical Requirements

Standing: Under 1/3 of the time; walking: Under 1/3 of the time; sitting: Up to 2/3 of the time; using hands: Over 2/3 of the time; reaching with hands and arms: Up to 2/3 of the time; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling: Under 1/3 of the time; talking or hearing: Over 2/3 of the time.
This position requires lifting:
Up to 10 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time; up to 25 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time; up to 50 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time.
This position has the following special vision requirements:
Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more).
Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors).
Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up or down or to the left and right when vision is fixed on a given point).
Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships).
Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).

Open Date

Open Date 06/09/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional Statement

The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status. Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.