Assistant Softball Coach: Recruit, Train & Lead Team

Indian River State College; Florida; On-site; USD 36,513 - 44,628; Full time

Job summary

Indian River State College in Fort Pierce, FL is seeking an Assistant Softball Coach to support the Head Coach with recruitment, training, game-day operations, and curriculum development. This role offers the opportunity to mentor student‑athletes, shape a competitive team, and make a lasting impact both on and off the field.

Under minimal supervision, you will mentor student-athletes, help shape a competitive program, and contribute to both on-field performance and academic success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus two years of collegiate or club coaching experience.
• Valid Florida driver’s license.
• First aid, CPR and AED certification or willingness to complete within one month.
• Meet SACS credentialing requirements for instructors/coaches.
• Knowledge of NJCAA rules.
• Knowledge of softball, recruiting, conditioning, and curriculum.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows.
• Strong organization, leadership, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work with elite student athletes.
• Detail-oriented, self-starter, independent and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Recruit prospective softball players.
• Train and condition team members.
• Assist with game day functions.
• Assist with teaching curriculum.
• Develop annual training, conditioning and technical plans.
• Recruit athletes via calls, messages, and campus visits.
• Coordinate and run summer camp programs.
• Manage game day operations for each contest.
• Support student success, retention, and completion.
• Handle fluctuating hours and travel as needed.

Skills

Coaching

Recruiting

Curriculum development

Leadership

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Indian River State College in Fort Pierce, FL is seeking an Assistant Softball Coach to support the Head Coach with recruitment, training, game-day operations, and curriculum development. This role offers the opportunity to mentor student‑athletes, shape a competitive team, and make a lasting impact both on and off the field.

Under minimal supervision, you will mentor student-athletes, help shape a competitive program, and contribute to both on-field performance and academic success.