Assistant Coach, Women's Softball

Augustana University•Sioux Falls, SD

About The Position

Augustana University (SD) invites applications for the position of Assistant Coach, Women’s Softball. This is a part-time temporary position that will operate from September 2026 to May 2027. This position is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in all aspects of a competitive collegiate women’s softball program. This includes coaching, recruiting, student-athlete development, academic support, and administrative duties. The position requires a commitment to compliance with institutional, conference, and NCAA regulations, as well as fostering a positive and inclusive team culture. Every effort has been made to make the job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties that will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related to, or is a logical assignment to the position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Sport specific experience.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree preferred
Minimum experience as a graduate assistant of assistant coach in a collegiate program.
Previous women’s softball collegiate coaching and recruiting experience preferred.
Pitching/Hitting coach specialty experience preferred.
Current CPR/AED and First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain).
Ability to successfully complete the NCAA Annual Coaches Certification Requirement.
Experience with video analysis software (i.e., Hudl)
Interacting with students, faculty and leadership with different backgrounds and points of view and a deep appreciation of and respect for academic values and culture must be a top value of the candidate.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning, organizing, and conducting daily practices and competition strategies
Provide technical and tactical instruction to student-athletes to enhance performance
Assist with identifying, evaluating, and recruiting prospective student-athletes in accordance with governing rules.
Build and maintain relationships with recruits, high school/club coaches, and families.
Analyze opponent and team performance using video and statistical tools.
Support academic success initiatives and assist with monitoring student-athlete progress toward degree completion.
Assist with game-day operations, including scouting reports and match preparation.
Coordinate team travel, equipment, and scheduling logistics as assigned.
Ensure full compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional policies and procedures.
Participate in fundraising, alumni engagement, camps, and community outreach activities.
Assist with promoting sportsmanship, professionalism, and a positive team environment.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.
May be required to serve on committees and special projects.