Assistant Coach, Softball

Stevenson University Online (Official Page); Towson (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Stevenson University is seeking an Assistant Coach, Softball to support a highly competitive NCAA Division III program in Towson, MD. You will assist in coaching, recruitment, and academic oversight while coordinating practices, travel, and events within athletics.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with collegiate coaching experience, a valid driver’s license, and a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends. Travel with the team is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus collegiate coaching experience or equivalent.
• Valid driver license with good driving record; insurable.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Knowledge of NCAA DIII softball rules and regulations.
• Ability to recruit and monitor student-athlete academics.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of a competitive NCAA Softball program.
• Work with head coach and volunteer assistants on coaching strategies.
• Lead recruitment and supervision of student assistants; manage scheduling and budget.
• Coordinate team travel, meals, equipment, and communications with staff.
• Travel with the team and work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Composure under pressure

Multitasking

Integrity and ethics

Confidentiality management

NCAA DIII rules knowledge

Effective communication

Leadership to student-athletes

Travel flexibility

Evening/weekend availability

Education

Bachelor’s degree + coaching experience

Tools

Arms and Teamworks Hub

Job description

Find Your Role: We strive to achieve an environment and an atmosphere that supports, challenges, and inspires every individual on campus. Learn how the Stevenson Way makes this effort possible and how you can become part of a great place to work.

The Assistant Coach, Softball is responsible for assisting in all aspects of coaching a highly competitive NCAA Softball team. This includes recruiting student athletes, monitoring student-athlete academic performance, coordinating practices, pre and post-game meetings, team strength and conditioning activities, team travel and meal arrangements, and promoting events and activities within athletics and the institution.

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree plus Collegiate level competition and/or coaching experience with a commitment to Division III philosophy and experience with NCAA or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Valid driver license with good driving record: must be insurable.

Knowledge/Skills/Ability

• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to maintain composure, effectiveness, and focus when facing difficult challenges; demonstrating sound judgment and discretion in a potentially stressful environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure and is highly adaptable to rapidly changing priorities.
• Must be a self-starter with unquestionable integrity and a strong sense of professional ethics.
• Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions on sensitive, confidential issues and the ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Knowledge of the University structure, policies and procedures or ability to acquire knowledge in a short period of time.
• Ability to assist in managing a budget and to be fiscally responsible for the team budget; analyze situations and develop solutions; assist in leadership and direction.
• Ability to objectively evaluate physical skills in the areas of physical potential and mental capability for intercollegiate athletics.
• Working knowledge of NCAA DIII Softball rules and regulations; the ability to teach critical skills, competitive skills, tactical strategies and training techniques.
• Adheres to departmental policies and procedures, as well as rules and regulations of the University, the MAC and the NCAA .
• Ability to effectively communicate both within and outside the University including, but not limited to, student-athletes, parents, recruits, coaches, athletic training staff, and athletic department staff.
• Ability to provide effective leadership to student athletes to encourage both successful academic development and competitive performance.
• Travel is a requirement of this position
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Evening and weekend hours is a requirement of this position.

Physical Requirements

Medium Work: Exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Position involves both inside sedentary and work in and around different fitness surfaces (gym, turf, weight room, etc.) while coaching and training the student-athletes. Evening and weekend hours in all types of weather, with travel between campuses is necessary. Lifting required (i.e., set-up of scorer’s table, etc.), some manual labor is expected. Because of the location of athletic facilities, organizing and some transportation between campuses is expected.

Essential Functions

• Assist in all aspects of a competitive NCAA Softball program
• Work with the head coach and volunteer assistant coaches
• Assist in the leadership for the team; establish coaching strategies and teaching methods to develop student-athletes’ skills and teamwork; analyze team performance and adjust strategies as needed.
• Help implement and maintain a quality recruiting program that serves the coaching staff of Stevenson University.
• Help coach the Softball team to include: recruitment and supervision of student assistants; scheduling, counseling, equipment inventory, office work, budget preparation, working with sports information staff, public relations staff, student services personnel and athletics staff to ensure quality programs.
• Travel with the Softball team and work nights, weekends, and holidays, as necessary.
• Help develop team policies and procedures for student-athletes and volunteer assistant coaches.
• Help develop strategies to foster athletic and academic progress of student-athletes.
• Work within the Arms and Teamworks Hub software to track recruits, compliance, team and recruit communications.
• Perform marketing or public relations duties to promote the program.
• Work with the Equipment Manager to help maintain and care for uniforms and equipment
• Work with Institutional Advancement to aid in team fundraising initiatives and to promote the Campaign for Mustang Athletics on an annual basis.
• Promote and participate in community service activities to build the connection between our teams and the community.

If scheduled to work less than 12 months, beginning date

Ending Date

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Payroll

Hiring Salary Range

Hiring Salary Range Anticipated to be $30,000 to $32,000

Recruitment Instructions

Recruitment Instructions Open to All Applicants

Posting Date

Posting Date 11/04/2026

Closing Date/Application Deadline

Open Until Filled No

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• What is the highest level of education that you have completed?
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate/Other Advanced Degree
• Do you have softball playing experience? Please detail your experience below.

  (Open Ended Question)

• Do you have experience coaching softball? Please detail your experience below.

  (Open Ended Question)