Head Softball Coach (CSU employees only)

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Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Deputy Athletic Director / SWA the Head Softball Coach is responsible for overseeing all areas of the softball program including coaching and implementing practice plans; identifying evaluating and recruiting athletically and academically qualified student-athletes; administrative tasks such as travel arrangements; fostering academic endeavors and personal growth of student-athletes; and fundraising.

• Oversees all recruitment initiatives for the softball program including identifying prospective student-athletes determining the timing and/or setting(s) of pursuing recruits and offering scholarships as appropriate and considering any budgetary restrictions.
• Oversees establishes and/or coordinates practice dates and times game strategies and training strategies for the softball program in order to remain competitive at the Division I level.
• Oversees academic initiatives coordinates with the Matador Achievement Center (MAC) communications to help address academic issues and supports student-athletes in academic endeavors.

• As a leader demonstrates a commitment to student success that is mission aligned with the universitys vision values and priorities. Establishes an ethical and collegial work environment promoting a collaborative accountable and inclusive team. Encourages a courageous and resilient solution-oriented environment by participating in new opportunities to further the mission of the university. Participates in developing initiatives that further support the campus mission with a service-oriented and catalytic mind set. Strengthens employees by being communicative and a talent builder that develops team attributes furthering departmental goals.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Knowledge Skills Abilities & Leadership

• Knowledge of NCAA University and Intercollegiate Athletics policies and compliance expectations.
• Ability to recruit and evaluate academically and athletically qualified student-athletes.
• Skill in developing practice plans game strategies and training approaches.
• Ability to support student-athlete academic success and personal growth.
• Skill in budget monitoring purchasing activities and administrative coordination.
• Ability to communicate effectively with student-athletes staff campus partners and external stakeholders.

• Lead diverse teams to support the operational mission and vision of employers by fostering an ethical inclusive and collegial work environment.

• Demonstrated ability to support ongoing improvement through courageous resilient and catalytic leadership.
• Lead varying initiatives through a collaborative service-oriented and communicative approach.
• Demonstrated commitment to employee development recognition and accountability to further operational goals.

Pay Benefits & Work Schedule

• Salary is commensurate with knowledge skills and experience. The University offers excellent fringe benefits.
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $100000 - $117000 per year dependent upon qualifications and experience.

General Information

• This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a limited reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Please note: California State University Northridge (CSUN) is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
• Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicants current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN on-line application. To submit an application and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process please visit this link: received through May 12 2026 will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until position is filled.
• The CSU recommends that faculty staff and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2 the virus that causes COVID-19 and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age medical condition and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of Age Disability (physical or mental) Gender Gender Identity (including Nonbinary or Transgender) Gender Expression Genetic Information Marital Status Medical Condition Nationality Pregnancy or related conditions Race or Ethnicity (including color caste or ancestry) Religion or Religious Creed Sex (including Sex Stereotyping or Sex Characteristics) Sexual Orientation and Veteran or Military Status. Our nondiscrimination policy is set forth in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Talent Acquisition at .

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