Collegiate Softball Assistant Coach | Player Development

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Hampton University is seeking an Assistant Softball Coach to support operations and competitive success of the Softball program. You will assist with coaching, recruiting, player development, academic support, and daily administrative duties in line with NCAA and university policies.

The role involves planning practices, coaching players, supporting recruiting efforts, and coordinating game-day operations while upholding academic progress and program standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of softball techniques and player development.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Softball Coach in planning, organizing, and conducting team practices, training sessions, and competitive events.
• Provide position-specific instruction, skill development, and game preparation for student-athletes.
• Assist with recruiting efforts, including identifying prospective student-athletes, communicating with recruits, coordinating official and unofficial visits, and ensuring NCAA compliance.
• Support the academic success and personal development of student-athletes through mentoring and monitoring academic progress.
• Assist with game-day operations, scouting reports, video analysis, and opponent preparation.
• Support team travel planning, scheduling, equipment management, and practice logistics.
• Promote a positive team culture that emphasizes discipline, sportsmanship, leadership, and accountability.
• Assist with community engagement, alumni relations, fundraising activities, and program promotion.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA, conference, and Hampton University rules and regulations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head Softball Coach or Director of Athletics

Skills

NCAA rules

Player development

Recruiting

Communication

Job description

Hampton University is seeking an Assistant Softball Coach to support operations and competitive success of the Softball program. You will assist with coaching, recruiting, player development, academic support, and daily administrative duties in line with NCAA and university policies.

The role involves planning practices, coaching players, supporting recruiting efforts, and coordinating game-day operations while upholding academic progress and program standards.