Assistant Softball Coach - Division I Growth & Impact

University of North Texas at Dallas; Santa Clara, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Santa Clara University is seeking an Assistant Coach for Softball to help lead a Division I program. You will work under the Head Coach to plan practices, develop players, and ensure academic integrity while maintaining NCAA compliance and community engagement.

The role requires coaching experience, knowledge of NCAA regulations, and strong mentoring and communication skills, with opportunities to contribute to fundraising and donor relations within the athletics department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 1–3 years coaching experience at the Division I level; international experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA regulations and Division I program operations.
• Strong communication and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Coach in all aspects of the Division I softball program.
• Design and implement team practices and player development workouts.
• Recruit student-athletes within NCAA and university policies.
• Oversee program budget and compliance with NCAA and university rules.
• Support fundraising, donor engagement, and public relations.

Skills

Softball knowledge

Coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree

NCAA regulations knowledge

Job description

Santa Clara University is seeking an Assistant Coach for Softball to help lead a Division I program. You will work under the Head Coach to plan practices, develop players, and ensure academic integrity while maintaining NCAA compliance and community engagement.

The role requires coaching experience, knowledge of NCAA regulations, and strong mentoring and communication skills, with opportunities to contribute to fundraising and donor relations within the athletics department.