Assistant Women's Softball Coach

The Assistant Women’s Softball Coach provides support and assistance with all aspects of the intercollegiate softball program. This position instructs student‑athletes in the rules and fundamentals of softball while also working to develop the whole student both in and out of the classroom.


What You’ll Do

  • Support the Head Coach in the daily operation of a competitive NCAA Division II softball program
  • Plan, conduct, and assist with practices, skill instruction, and game‑day strategy
  • Recruit and retain qualified student‑athletes in alignment with NCAA and university standards
  • Mentor student‑athletes in academic success, personal development, and leadership
  • Collaborate with Athletic Performance staff on conditioning programs to enhance performance and reduce injury risk
  • Ensure compliance with all NCAA Division II, MIAA, and institutional rules
  • Coordinate with Admissions, Compliance, and other campus departments to support student‑athlete enrollment and eligibility
  • Assist with camps, clinics, community engagement activities, and fundraising events
  • Contribute to team travel planning and occasional team transportation
  • Serve as a positive role model who reflects Newman University’s mission, values, and commitment to inclusive excellence
  • Complete required trainings (Title IX, FERPA, Diversity, etc.) and support departmental initiatives

What We’re Looking For

  • Collegiate playing or coaching experience preferred
  • Working knowledge of softball techniques, strategy, and skill development
  • Ability to teach, motivate, and care for student‑athletes holistically
  • Strong communication, organizational, and relationship‑building skills
  • Understanding of (or ability to quickly learn) NCAA Division II rules
  • Ability to evaluate talent and recruit student‑athletes who will succeed academically and athletically
  • Must hold a valid driver’s license and pass a motor‑vehicle check
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required
  • Must be able to obtain First Aid/CPR certification per NCAA requirements
  • Preferred: Bachelor’s degree

Physical Requirements

  • Combination of office work and outdoor practice/field responsibilities
  • Ability to demonstrate softball skills, which may involve physical exertion
  • Exposure to outdoor weather, field conditions, and minor environmental hazards
  • Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. of equipment


Why Newman?

Join a mission‑driven university where you can directly shape the student‑athlete experience, foster personal and athletic development, and be part of a supportive, values‑based community. Your work will help empower graduates to transform society—on the field, in the classroom, and beyond.

Ready to coach with purpose?
Apply today and help us continue building a competitive, mission‑centered softball program at Newman University.


Expectations

Employees are expected to exhibit a high degree of personal integrity in support of the University’s mission and NCAA standards.

As a member of the NCAA, individuals employed by or associated with a member institution to administer, conduct, or coach intercollegiate athletics shall act with honesty and sportsmanship at all times so that intercollegiate athletics as a whole, their institutions, and they as individuals represent the honor and dignity of fair play and the high standards associated with wholesome competitive sports. (See Bylaw 10 for specific ethical‑conduct standards that apply to all institutional staff members and student‑athletes.)

Institutional staff members found in violation of NCAA regulations shall be subject to disciplinary or corrective action as outlined in NCAA enforcement procedures, including suspension of pay or termination of employment for significant or repeated violations, whether such violations occurred at the certifying institution or during the individual’s previous employment at another member institution. It is the responsibility of the head coach to promote an atmosphere of compliance within the program and to monitor the activities of assistant coaches and other administrators within the program who report directly or indirectly to the head coach (Bylaw 11.1.2).

Founded in 1933, Newman University is a liberal arts institution grounded in Catholic values and traditions, yet is respectful of all faiths. At Newman you'll find people, programs, organizations and activities designed to educate the mind and inspire the spirit. Our low instructor-to-student ratio and collaborative faculty contribute to a positive learning environment. We are a sponsored ministry of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ, US Region. We invite you to join us in our work of empowering our graduates to transform society!

Newman University participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm that new employees are authorized to work in the U.S. US Immigration law protects legally-authorized workers from discrimination based on their citizenship status and national origin.

Newman University is committed to hiring faculty and staff members that reflect the diversity of our region and to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees, according to all applicable equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping this commitment, it is the policy of Newman University to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, local human rights commission activity, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a qualified protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Newman University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with a disability in completing the application form or in the interview process. Please notify the Human Resources Office at (316) 942-4291, ext. 2202 or email hr@newmanu.edu in advance so necessary arrangements can be made.

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