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Assistant Softball Coach
Job Location:
Job Location:
Ferrum, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
16 August 2026 (16 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
13 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Ferrum College an NCAA Division II institution located in Ferrum Virginia is looking for a motivated energetic and passionate individual to be our next Assistant Softball Coach. This is a full-time 12-month position that reports directly to the Head Softball Coach.
Ferrum College is a proud member of Conference Carolinas.
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
The assistant softball coach will assist the head softball coach in evaluating recruiting coaching and mentoring qualified student-athletes that will compete at a high level in the classroom and on the field. The successful candidate will assist with the organization of all team practices games and budgets and follow the lead of the head coach and her recruitment plan for the softball program. The assistant coach will help in ensuring a culture of compliance within all NCAA Division II Conference Carolinas and Ferrum College rules and regulations and ensure all student-athletes comply with same. Finally the successful candidate will serve in administrative capacity as needed and directed by the head coach and the Director of Athletics.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. Evaluate recruit coach and mentor qualified student-athletes and prepare the team for a full intercollegiate varsity softball experience.
2. Execute the head coachs recruitment plan to help ensure a robust and competitive roster from the local regional and national landscape.
3. Assist the head coach to create a culture of compliance around all NCAA Division II Conference Carolinas and Ferrum College rules and regulations and ensure all student-athletes do the same.
4. Travel locally regionally and nationally for all regular-season and post-season events conference and/or national meetings and fundraising alumni and community events.
5. Assist with student-athlete academic progress be available for consultation/support for student- athletes and direct student-athletes to the appropriate academic professionals to ensure academic success.
6. Serve in administrative capacity as needed and directed by the Director of Athletics.
7. Serve on department and campus-wide committees as requested as well as other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:
Education/Experiences:
A bachelors degree is required. A masters degree collegiate playing experience and prior coaching experience is preferred.
Licenses:
Current and valid drivers license required.
Other Preferences:
The candidate must be able to work independently and have the ability to work occasionally on evenings and weekends throughout the year to accomplish the tasks necessary for success in this field. The successful candidate must be committed to working and teaching within an environment that embraces the development of students around their education cultural diversity mental health awareness and NCAA and Conference Carolinas compliance.
To apply for this position:
Please submit a letter of interest resume and application to Ferrum College Human Resources P.O. Box 1000 Ferrum VA 24088 or e-mail to emailprotected. The College will begin accepting applications for this position immediately and look to fill the position as soon as possible. A background check will be required of the successful candidate.
Ferrum College is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary Range: $25000
Ferrum College is a proud member of Conference Carolinas.
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
The assistant softball coach will assist the head softball coach in evaluating recruiting coaching and mentoring qualified student-athletes that will compete at a high level in the classroom and on the field. The successful candidate will assist with the organization of all team practices games and budgets and follow the lead of the head coach and her recruitment plan for the softball program. The assistant coach will help in ensuring a culture of compliance within all NCAA Division II Conference Carolinas and Ferrum College rules and regulations and ensure all student-athletes comply with same. Finally the successful candidate will serve in administrative capacity as needed and directed by the head coach and the Director of Athletics.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. Evaluate recruit coach and mentor qualified student-athletes and prepare the team for a full intercollegiate varsity softball experience.
2. Execute the head coachs recruitment plan to help ensure a robust and competitive roster from the local regional and national landscape.
3. Assist the head coach to create a culture of compliance around all NCAA Division II Conference Carolinas and Ferrum College rules and regulations and ensure all student-athletes do the same.
4. Travel locally regionally and nationally for all regular-season and post-season events conference and/or national meetings and fundraising alumni and community events.
5. Assist with student-athlete academic progress be available for consultation/support for student- athletes and direct student-athletes to the appropriate academic professionals to ensure academic success.
6. Serve in administrative capacity as needed and directed by the Director of Athletics.
7. Serve on department and campus-wide committees as requested as well as other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:
Education/Experiences:
A bachelors degree is required. A masters degree collegiate playing experience and prior coaching experience is preferred.
Licenses:
Current and valid drivers license required.
Other Preferences:
The candidate must be able to work independently and have the ability to work occasionally on evenings and weekends throughout the year to accomplish the tasks necessary for success in this field. The successful candidate must be committed to working and teaching within an environment that embraces the development of students around their education cultural diversity mental health awareness and NCAA and Conference Carolinas compliance.
To apply for this position:
Please submit a letter of interest resume and application to Ferrum College Human Resources P.O. Box 1000 Ferrum VA 24088 or e-mail to emailprotected. The College will begin accepting applications for this position immediately and look to fill the position as soon as possible. A background check will be required of the successful candidate.
Ferrum College is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary Range: $25000
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Ferrum College is a place where opportunities exist and where success is possible. Small classes, dedicated faculty, experiential learning opportunities, one on one attention, and a beautiful campus in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The only thing we are missing is you!
