Assistant Softball Coach (part-time)

Arcadia University; Glenside (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadia University in Glenside, PA, seeks a dedicated athletics staff member to support the sport program across practice planning, game prep, recruiting, and student-athlete supervision. The role involves coordinating with professional staff on health and well‑being, and assisting the head coach with scheduling, eligibility tracking, and travel logistics.

Ideal candidates have an Associate degree, college coaching or playing experience, and strong organizational and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree is required; bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience may be considered.
• Collegiate coaching or playing experience preferred.
• Strong scouting, recruitment, and leadership abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct training sessions to develop players’ skills.
• Assist with game preparation, scouting, and in-game support.
• Recruit and retain qualified student-athletes.
• Serve as a positive role model and enforce team expectations.
• Monitor players’ physical and mental well-being and coordinate with staff.
• Support head coach in scheduling, academics monitoring, and logistics.
• Contribute to athletics department activities and events.

Skills

Scouting

Talent assessment

Recruitment

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Goal setting

Policy compliance

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Front Rush

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Word

Excel

Front Rush

Job description

Job Description: The person in this position will be involved in many aspects of the sport program, including, but not limited to, practice planning, game preparation/scouting, in-game coaching, recruiting, administrative work, and general supervision of student‑athletes.

Location: Glenside

Responsibilities

• Conduct training sessions to aid in the skill development of team members while staying informed of contemporary trends, tactics, techniques, and strategies within the sport.
• Assist with game‑day preparation by scouting opponents and provide in‑game support to the head coach.
• Recruit and retain qualified student‑athletes.
• Serve as a role model for team members regarding personal and professional conduct by enforcing department and team expectations concerning general standards of behavior.
• Monitor the physical and mental health and well‑being of team members while working with professional staff to support student‑athletes’ development and recovery.
• Support the head coach in managing essential team functions, including scheduling contests, academic monitoring, eligibility tracking, transportation, and supply purchases.
• Contribute to the overall success of the Athletics Department by performing all other duties as assigned, including event management, facility supervision, administrative tasks, committee work, or representing the Athletics Department at conferences or meetings.

Education

• Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Combination of degree completion and professional work experience will be considered in the absence of an associate’s degree.

Experience

• Collegiate playing experience strongly preferred.
• Previous coaching experience at the collegiate, high school, or club level preferred.

Skills

• Demonstrated success in scouting, talent assessment, and recruitment of qualified student‑athletes.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to work well with different constituents.
• Strong initiative, attention to detail, and follow‑up skills with student‑athletes, staff members, and administration.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem‐solving abilities.
• Ability to set and achieve goals and meet deadlines.
• Ability to learn and apply university policies and procedures to ensure operational compliance and reliable judgment.
• General computer knowledge with proficiency in Word and Excel.
• Experience with Front Rush or similar recruiting software preferred.

Special Requirements

• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel for games and recruiting.
• Evening and weekend availability required.
• Flexibility with an evolving work environment is important.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to successfully complete a background check, motor vehicle check, and drug test.
• Current CPR, AED, and first‑aid certifications required; training and recertification can be provided if necessary.
• Compliance with NCAA Division III rules and regulations required.
• Compliance with athletic conference rules and regulations required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to demonstrate and teach sport‑specific skills.
• Ability to move about campus and other locations.
• Physical ability to stand and/or walk for long periods, bend, kneel, stoop; manual dexterity; lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

Supervision

• Reports to the Head Coach.
• Supervises student‑athletes and team managers.

Benefits

Arcadia offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, generous tuition benefits for employees and their families, retirement benefits, health and wellness programs and resources, and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Arcadia University prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, age, gender identity, military or veteran status, disability, family medical or genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. All offers of employment are conditional on successful completion of a background check. Employment may not begin until the University accepts the results of the background check.