High School Softball Assistant Coach — Build Skills & Community

608-Hood River Valley High School; Hood River (OR); On-site; USD 66,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Hood River Valley High School is seeking an Assistant Softball Coach to lead and support the HRVHS softball program for the 2026/27 school year. You will work with the Head Coach and Athletic Director to coordinate practices, schedule games, manage equipment, and promote sportsmanship, academic achievement, and student development.

The role requires high school diploma (college degree preferred), NFHS/ASEP coaching certifications, and the ability to work with students, parents, and volunteers in

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.
• Experience: Prior softball coaching experience preferred.
• Licenses/certifications: NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching or ASEP; Concussion training; Heat Illness Prevention; PEDs & Substances Training; First Aid/CPR.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise organized practices during the regulated softball season, with goals.
• Promote equity and access to athletics for all students.
• Work with parents, coaches, staff, and support programs.
• Assist in maintaining athletic facilities and preparing facilities for competition.
• Assist in purchasing equipment, supplies, and uniforms for softball.
• Assist in game scheduling and pre-season meetings with athletes/parents.
• Help develop athletes and the team; improve skills and knowledge.
• Organize team members by competitive level; enforce team rules and discipline.
• Adhere to athletic eligibility, handbook, and OSAA rules.
• Coordinate communications and events; supervise expenditures and equipment returns.

Skills

Moral character as role model

Effective communication with athletes/

Team organization/time management

Problem solving

Motivating students

Teaching softball skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Job description

Hood River Valley High School is seeking an Assistant Softball Coach to lead and support the HRVHS softball program for the 2026/27 school year. You will work with the Head Coach and Athletic Director to coordinate practices, schedule games, manage equipment, and promote sportsmanship, academic achievement, and student development.

The role requires high school diploma (college degree preferred), NFHS/ASEP coaching certifications, and the ability to work with students, parents, and volunteers in