Head Women's Softball Coach

Colorado Community College System (CCCS); Craig (CO); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Leave

Annual Leave

Job summary

Colorado Community College System (CCCS) is seeking an experienced Head Women's Softball Coach to build and lead a competitive collegiate program at a Colorado community college.

The role emphasizes developing athletes academically and personally, recruiting top talent, ensuring NJCAA compliance, and managing budgets and schedules in alignment with college standards.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching softball at collegiate, high school, or elite club levels.
• Strong track record in recruiting student-athletes for college teams.
• Understanding of NJCAA eligibility rules and compliance requirements.
• Ability to build an inclusive, respectful team culture prioritizing student welfare.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute practice plans, game strategy, and seasonal schedules aligned with NJCAA standards.
• Recruit, select, and retain student-athletes meeting academic and competitive standards.
• Monitor athlete academic progress and coordinate with advising services.
• Manage program budget, equipment, and facility scheduling transparently.

Skills

Coaching softball

Recruitment experience

NJCAA compliance

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Colorado Community College System (CCCS) is looking for an experienced and committed Head Women's Softball Coach to build, lead, and grow a competitive collegiate program. This is a full-time opportunity for a coach who understands that developing athletes academically and personally is just as important as winning on the field.

What You'll Be Leading

• Designing and executing practice plans, game strategy, and seasonal schedules aligned with NJCAA standards
• Recruiting, selecting, and retaining student-athletes who reflect the academic and competitive standards of the college
• Monitoring athlete academic progress and supporting student success in collaboration with advising and support services
• Managing program budget, equipment, and facility scheduling responsibly and transparently

What You Bring

• Demonstrated experience coaching softball at the collegiate, high school, or elite club level
• A strong track record in athlete recruitment within a collegiate or competitive environment
• Understanding of NJCAA eligibility rules and compliance requirements
• Ability to build an inclusive, respectful team culture that prioritises student welfare
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience working with the diverse student populations that characterise Colorado's community college environment

Why CCCS

Colorado Community College System exists to open doors — for students who are the first in their families to attend college, for those returning to education mid-career, and for communities across the state that depend on accessible, affordable higher education. As a CCCS employee, you'll access generous state benefit packages including strong health coverage, PERA retirement contributions, and meaningful leave entitlements. You'll work alongside colleagues who take the mission seriously and find real purpose in the work each day.

Additional Information / Benefits

• Sick Leave: 10 hours/month
• Annual Leave: 15 hours/month