Head Women's Softball Coach

University of Colorado•Colorado Springs, CO

2d•$55,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is seeking a Head Women's Softball Coach to lead the varsity softball team for intercollegiate competition at a nationally competitive level. UCCS is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success. Located at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs offers a vibrant lifestyle with stunning landscapes, a rich history, arts, and a growing tech scene. This position offers a salary range of $55,000 - $70,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications. This role is exempt from overtime provisions.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
Extensive experience coaching softball at the collegiate level.
National certification for softball coaches is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience at the NCAA Division II level is highly desirable.
Proven ability to motivate the scholar-athlete to perform in the classroom and on the playing field.

Responsibilities

Train varsity softball teams for intercollegiate competition at a nationally competitive level.
Develop and implement a 5-year, annual, seasonal, monthly, weekly, and daily plan for practice and development.
Develop and implement game plans.
Maintain and increase knowledge of softball training and coaching techniques.
Supervise the training, development, and placement of staff personnel.
Evaluate prospective student-athletes.
Develop and maintain correspondence for prospective student-athletes.
Schedule, coordinate, and supervise official and unofficial visits of prospective student-athletes.
Supervise National Letter of Intent Signing and Athletic Financial Aid Contracts.
Monitor academic performance of student-athletes.
Counsel student-athletes.
Ensure compliance with all UCCS and NCAA regulations regarding academic eligibility requirements.
Plan and coordinate the Division II softball schedule within NCAA, Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference, and institutional guidelines.
Supervise home game administration.
Plan and coordinate team travel and lodging.
Solicit sponsors to provide cash, merchandise, and/or services.
Organize and sponsor tournaments and other athletic events.
Develop and maintain positive public relations with the University and community.
Project a positive image of UCCS and the Department of Athletics.
Supervise correspondence regarding UCCS softball.
Promote UCCS softball.
Adhere to and assist in the development of the budget of the softball program.
Perform other duties as prescribed by the Director of Athletics.