Assistant Softball Coach/Outfield

University of Northern Iowa; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

The University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, IA invites applications for a contract softball coach to support all aspects of a Division I program, including coaching, recruiting, player development, academic support, and team operations.

This role focuses on practice planning, game preparation, and specialized instruction for outfielders, while assisting with scouting, travel coordination, fundraising, and compliance with NCAA and UNI policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and four years of collegiate softball/baseball coaching or playing experience.
• Student experience will be considered.
• Must follow NCAA, MVC, and UNI rules.

Responsibilities

• Coaching, recruiting, and player development for the program.
• Assists with practice planning, game prep, and scouting.
• Coordinate team travel and logistical operations.
• Support academic achievement and referrals for student‑athletes.
• Engage in fundraising and donor relations activities.

Skills

Coaching experience

Recruiting experience

Player development

Academic support

Team operations

Fundraising

Compliance with NCAA

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Rapsodo

Blast Motion

Synergy

6-4-3

HomePlate

iHackATack

Spin Ball

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Primary Function

• Supports all aspects of a successful NCAA Division I softball program through coaching, recruiting, player development, academic support, team operations, and external engagement.
• Assists with practice planning, game preparation, and competition strategies while providing specialized instruction and development for outfielders and contributing to the advancement of the team’s offensive performance.
• Serves a significant role in recruiting prospective student‑athletes, coordinating recruitment activities, evaluations, campus visits, and eligibility processes in accordance with NCAA and institutional guidelines.
• Contributes to scouting and opponent analysis.
• Develops defensive game plans and player scouting reports.
• Supports student‑athletes academic achievement advising and referrals.
• Coordinates team travel and logistical operations.
• Manages student manager.
• Oversees game day operations for officials and visiting teams.
• Assists with fundraising, donor relations, and program revenue initiatives.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus at least four years of collegiate softball or baseball coaching or collegiate softball or baseball playing experience required.
• Student experience will be considered.
• Must abide by the rules of the NCAA, the Missouri Valley Conference, and the University of Northern Iowa.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using data capturing technology (Rapsodo, Blast Motion or similar technology).
• Ability to navigate video and data scouting programs (Synergy, 6-4-3 or similar programs).
• Knowledge of HomePlate, HackATack, iHackATack, and Spin Ball pitching machines.
• Understanding of advanced softball stats and sabermetrics.
• Experience with Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Docs.
• Defensive and hitting instruction experience preferred.

Position Details

Job Category: Professional and Scientific

Type of Position: Contract Service

Schedule: Calendar Year

Location: Cedar Falls/Waterloo, IA

Full Consideration Date: 09/22/2026

Compensation

Compensation: $35,000 to Commensurate

Benefits

UNI enhances this advantage with an excellent benefits package for eligible non-temporary positions.

The University provides a comprehensive benefits package, enabling us to be highly competitive within the Cedar Valley and across the state.

Additional Information

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

UNI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by federal and/or state law.

Campus Security & Crime Statistics

Campus Security & Crime Statistics, in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, information on crime statistics for recent years, Public Safety personnel and programs, building access, reporting crimes, safety suggestions, and policies, programs, and services regarding alcohol, drugs, and sexual abuse, is available in the UNI Annual Security and Fire Report.

A paper copy is available from the Department of Public Safety, 030 Gilchrist Hall, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA 50614. Department of Public Safety, 030 Gilchrist Hall, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA 50614.

Company Culture

The University of Northern Iowa provides a high-quality and diverse educational experience, purposefully guiding students to find and develop their strengths and prepare them for success after college.

The university's attractive size, approximately 9,400 students, allows UNI to offer faculty, facilities and academic choices characteristic of a much larger university while retaining a friendly, small-college atmosphere on a park-like campus.

UNI has been consistently recognized as one of the "Best Midwest Universities" by U.S. News & World Report.

Located in Cedar Falls/Waterloo, the campus is comprised of more than 40 buildings on 940 acres. Designated as a Best Place for Working Parents, UNI supports all individuals through family-friendly policies, practices and benefits.