Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University·Prescott, Arizona
The Assistant Softball Coach supports the Head Coach in providing instruction, recruiting student-athletes, and managing daily team operations. Responsibilities also include field maintenance, game management, and assisting with academic progress monitoring.
The Opportunity Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is seeking an Assistant Softball Coach to support the Head Coach at the Prescott, Arizona Campus. The Assistant Softball Coach is responsible for a variety of coaching, teaching and recruiting issues, along with practice and game-related functions as assigned by the Head Coach. For Primary Job Functions, Duties, or Accountabilities: Provide instruction to softball student-athletes on the fundamentals and strategies of softball. Assist in recruiting and retaining highly skilled student-athletes for the softball team. Actively support and promote the NCAA’s Life in the Balance strategic positioning platform, embracing the six ideals of learning, balance, resourcefulness, sportsmanship, passion and service. Assist with daily field maintenance, preparation of scouting reports, and game management duties. Assist in creating and monitoring great expectations and the academic progress of all softball team members. Lead the operation of workshops, summer camps, clinics, etc. to promote the softball program. Maintain and manage team equipment. Assist in securing donations and sponsorships to support the softball program. Assist with arranging for lodging and meals for team trips. Assume duties of the head coach in his/her absence. Other duties as assigned. About Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University: For over 100 years, Embry-Riddle has been the world's leading aviation and aerospace university, educating more than 30,000 students across residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, as well as through a global network of Worldwide locations and online programs. With more than 165,000 alumni around the world, our impact reaches every corner of the aerospace, aviation, defense and technology industries. Today, our faculty, researchers and professional staff are advancing innovation across aviation, space, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, autonomous systems and next-generation engineering. Working alongside industry leaders, government agencies and innovators, they are solving real-world challenges and shaping the technologies that will define tomorrow. Whether you are an educator, researcher, administrator, technologist or industry professional, your work at Embry-Riddle will contribute to something bigger than a job. Join a community driven by discovery, purpose and excellence—and help shape the future of aerospace. Generous Time Off: Enjoy up to 18 days of paid leave in your first year, including 3 days granted upon hire and 15 days accrued throughout the year. You'll also receive 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day. Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26. Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period. Personal Leave: Relax with 15 days of personal leave for non-exempt employees or 18 days for exempt full-time employees in your first year.
High School (or GED) level ability in grammar, spelling, basic composition, and math. Basic knowledge of the game of softball. First Aid / CPR To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R312031. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include: Cover letter Resume Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process) Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday. Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry-Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry-Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website. Embry-Riddle is not seeking assistance from staffing or recruitment agencies. All agencies are directed to contact eraujobs@erau.edu and should not reach out to hiring managers or staff.
Candidates must possess at least a high school diploma or GED and have basic knowledge of softball. Additionally, First Aid and CPR certifications are required for the role.
Market context
Assistant softball coach openings in Arizona are often tied to school athletic seasons, so timely applications and verified availability can matter. Candidates may be more competitive when they demonstrate softball knowledge, current First Aid and CPR certifications, and experience supporting student-athletes; this role requires at least a high school diploma or GED. Requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving research time—confirm certification status and application deadlines before applying.