Assistant Coach, Softball

UM01 University of Maryland College Park (UMCP); United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland, College Park invites applications for the Softball Assistant Coach position to support the Head Coach in developing a competitive NCAA Division I women's softball program in the Big Ten. Responsibilities include recruiting, scouting, coaching, travel coordination, and program administration.

The successful candidate will interact with students, staff, alumni, and the public, and must comply with NCAA, Conference, and University rules while supporting student-athlete

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Recent elite NCAA collegiate student-athlete or professional softball experience preferred.
• Knowledge of NCAA, Big Ten, and university rules and regulations.
• Strong communication, organization, and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting, scouting, and coaching for the NCAA Division I program.
• Coordinate travel and manage program administration.
• Support fundraising and regulatory compliance with NCAA/Conference/University rules.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Administrative skills

Recruiting

Scouting

Coaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Job Description Summary Organization's Summary Statement: The Softball Assistant Coach will assist the Head Coach with the organization, development, and implementation of a competitive, NCAA Division I women’s softball program that competes in the Big Ten Conference. Responsibilities include recruiting, scouting, coaching, travel coordination, program administration, fundraising, and other duties as assigned by the Head Coach. The Assistant Coach will develop and maintain effective interaction with students, colleagues, university staff, alumni, and the general public, and have knowledge of and commitment to compliance with all NCAA, Conference, and University rules and regulations, as well as dedication to the full academic development of student-athletes, which are essential.

Experience: Knowledge of and commitment to compliance with all NCAA, Big Ten Conference, and university rules and regulations, as well as dedication to the full academic development of student-athletes. Strong communication, organization, and administrative skills.

Minimum Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Physical Demands: The position requires prolonged sitting and standing, as well as the ability to operate standard office equipment with manual dexterity. The role involves occasional walking to attend meetings or conduct orientations and may require lifting light office materials and equipment (up to 20 pounds). Visual acuity and effective verbal and auditory communication are essential for interacting with employees in person, by phone, or virtually.

Licenses/ Certifications: NA

Preferences: Recent experience as an elite NCAA collegiate student-athlete or professional softball player. Proven record of athletic achievement and deep technical knowledge of the game. Strong desire to transition into collegiate coaching; prior college coaching experience preferred.

Best Consideration Date: 08/30/2026

Posting Close Date: NA

Open Until Filled: Yes

Financial Disclosure Required No. For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.

Department PRES-ICA-Women's Sports Worker Sub-Type Faculty Regular Salary Range $55,000 - $65,000

Benefits Summary

Background Checks Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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The University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship university and one of the nation's preeminent public research universities. A global leader in research, entrepreneurship and innovation, the university is home to more than 40,700 students, 14,000 faculty and staff, and 388,000 alumni all dedicated to the pursuit of Fearless Ideas. Located just outside Washington, D.C., we discover and share new knowledge every day through our renowned research enterprise and programs in academics, the arts and athletics. And we are committed to social entrepreneurship as the nation’s first “Do Good” campus.

EEO Statement The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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