Assistant Softball Coach: Recruiting & Player Development

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

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.