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Summary
Assistant coach for the varsity softball team for intercollegiate
competition at a nationally competitive level.
Essential Functions
The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are
not limited to:
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 equirements.
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.
Tentative Search Timeline
- Priority will be given to applications submitted by: August 31,
2026
- Potential interview dates: September 1-4, 2026
- Potential start date: September 14, 2026
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all
applicable federal, state, and local laws governing
nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a
workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and
dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to
apply, including protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities.
In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not
discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation
practices.
Qualifications :
- Must have a Bachelor's degree
- Coaching experience at the college or high school level is
required
- Must have valid driver's license
The University of Colorado Colorado Springs has implemented a
misconduct history check program with respect to final candidates
for specific appointments. The misconduct history check program is
intended to allow UCCS to collect and review information about a
candidate's conduct at their previous institutions, specifically
conduct related to sexual misconduct, harassment, and/or
discrimination – before making hiring decisions. All final
candidates to these appointments are required to complete an
Authorization to Release Information and provide contact
information for their previous institutions.
