Bradley University
Location
Peoria, Illinois
Salary
$40,000 - $50,000 / YEAR
Assist with all phases of a Division I softball program, focusing on player development and on-field coaching. Responsibilities include recruiting student-athletes, managing equipment, and organizing games and practices.
A Bachelor's degree is required, while a Master's degree and at least 3 years of collegiate coaching or professional playing experience are preferred. Candidates must be knowledgeable in NCAA rules and possess strong communication and organizational skills.
Position Title: Assistant Softball Coach (2 Positions)
Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Reports to: Head Softball Coach
Appointment: Full-Time (12 months)
Status: Exempt
The Department of Athletics is seeking two highly motivated, organized and dedicated professionals for the position of Assistant Softball Coach. Bradley University is a member of the Missouri Valley Conference.
The twelve-month, full-time positions are responsible for assisting with all phases of a Division I softball program with an emphasis on player development, and one of the assistant positions being preferably pitching experience. The ideal candidate will also provide on the field coaching, assist in student-athlete recruitment, equipment management, camps, team travel, game and practice organization and other duties as assigned by the head coach.
A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master's degree is preferred. At least 3 years of collegiate coaching or professional playing experience is preferred for these Assistant positions. Candidates must possess excellent communication, interpersonal and organization skills; computer and video knowledge, writing skills; ability to interact effectively and enthusiastically with diverse student-athletes, colleagues and the public, ability to initiate and complete projects within specific deadlines, knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations and willingness to fully support the mission and values of Bradley Athletics.
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and complete contact information for a minimum of three professional references with telephone numbers.
Please submit all materials at the time of initial application.
Screening will begin immediately.
Bradley University offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, FSA, HSA, and retirement plan options. Bradley also offers significant higher education cost savings for employees and dependents through the Tuition Remission program. Information regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.bradley.edu/offices/business/human-resources/benefits/ [https://www.bradley.edu/offices/business/human-resources/benefits/]
Bradley University is a top-ranked, private university in Peoria, Illinois, offering nearly 6,000 undergraduate and graduate student’s opportunities, choices, and resources to build their futures. Innovation, action, and collaboration drive Bradley students to generate ideas and create solutions that remake the world around them. Our comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs includes business, communications, education, engineering, fine arts, health sciences, liberal arts and sciences, and technology.
Employment with Bradley University is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.
Bradley University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The administration, faculty and staff are committed to attracting qualified candidates from underrepresented groups.
Market context
Assistant softball coaching roles in Illinois are often tied to school and college programs that need support with player development, recruiting, and compliance. These positions are competitive because employers usually look for NCAA rules knowledge, strong communication, and prior collegiate coaching or playing experience, while the listed benefits package adds value. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit before applying, then tailor your resume to coaching, organization, and rule-compliance experience.
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