Virginia Wesleyan University·Virginia Beach, Virginia
The Assistant Softball Coach will direct all aspects of the softball program with a primary focus on pitching. Key duties include recruiting student-athletes, managing games, planning practices, and ensuring compliance with NCAA and institutional rules.
The qualified applicant will report to the Head Softball Coach & Executive Director of Intercollegiate Athletics.
The assistant coach will assist in directing all aspects of the softball program with an emphasis on pitching.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to; recruitment of quality student-athletes, scheduling, managing and coaching games, planning and conducting practices, organizing team travel, monitoring student-athletes’ academic progress, equipment maintenance and purchases, and administrative duties required to maintain a competitive softball program.
Additionally, a thorough understanding of and accountability to NCAA, Old Dominion Athletic Conference and institutional rules and regulations is necessary.
Review of applications will begin immediately.
This is a 12-month, full-time position with benefits.
Qualifications include a minimum of a bachelor’s degree.
Preference will be given to applicants with college coaching and/or pitching coach experience.
Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable by the college’s auto insurance carrier.
Applicants must hold at least a bachelor's degree and possess a valid driver's license. Preference is given to candidates with previous college coaching or pitching coach experience.
Market context
Assistant softball coaching roles in Virginia are often competitive because schools look for candidates with collegiate coaching experience and a strong fit with the program’s culture. For this position, a bachelor’s degree and at least four years of collegiate-level coaching experience are required, and no professional licensure is needed. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your application to highlight coaching experience, player development, and program support.
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