Assistant Softball Coach

Join the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS), a premier educational institution known for academic excellence, research, and community engagement. Located at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs offers stunning landscapes, a vibrant tech scene, and a community that values both outdoor adventure and professional growth.

About the Role

Assistant coach for the varsity softball team, supporting intercollegiate competition at a nationally competitive level.

Responsibilities

• Coaching (40%)
  • Train varsity softball team for intercollegiate competition at a nationally competitive level.
  • Assist the head coach in developing and implementing game plans.
  • Maintain and increase knowledge of women’s softball training and coaching techniques.
  • Supervise the training, development, and placement of staff personnel.
• Recruiting (20%)
  • Evaluate prospective student-athletes.
  • Develop and maintain correspondence for prospective student-athletes.
  • Schedule, coordinate, and supervise official and unofficial visits of prospective student-athletes.
• Academics (20%)
  • Monitor academic performance of student-athletes.
  • Counsel student-athletes.
  • Ensure compliance with all UCCS and NCAA regulations regarding academic eligibility requirements.
• Scheduling (20%)
  • Assist head coach with planning and coordinating Division II schedule within NCAA, Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference, and institutional guidelines.
  • Assist head coach with planning and coordinating team travel and lodging.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Coaching experience at the college or high school level.
• Valid driver’s license.

Benefits

• Generous Time Off: 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
• Robust Health Coverage: Comprehensive medical plans covering preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.
• Financial & Retirement Benefits: Health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, and retirement options.
• Further Your Education: Twelve (12) waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus.
• Wellness & More: Wellness programs and additional benefits through CU Advantage.

Pay

$34,424 - $40,000 annually. This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Schedule

Full-time, on-site.

Priority will be given to applications submitted by August 31, 2026. Potential interview dates: September 1-4, 2026. Potential start date: September 14, 2026.