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Assistant Softball Coach
Posted Date: Jul 02, 2025
QUALIFICATION
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Salary Expectation
$39,600/yr -
Years of Experience
Not provided -
Work Type
Part-time
ABOUT PROGRAM
SPORTS/DEPARTMENT
Assistant Softball Coach
Application Deadline:** July 21, 2025**
Salary: $39,600
About Arkansas Tech:
Founded in 1909, Arkansas Tech University is a comprehensive public institution with a rich history, maintaining regional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and classification as a Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) level III institution. ATU was ranked the No. 1 regional public university in Arkansas by U.S. News and World Report in 2021-22 and 2022-23 and CollegeNET recognizes ATU as the No. 1 institution in Arkansas on its Social Mobility Index. Since 2019, Arkansas Tech has been the host institution for the prestigious Arkansas Governor’s School. The 559-acre Russellville campus, located in the scenic Arkansas River Valley between the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains, is just one hour from the capital city of Little Rock. Russellville features a charming blend of historic and modern architecture as well as the recreational opportunities provided by Lake Dardanelle and several state parks. Offering more than 100 undergraduate degree programs and more than 40 graduate degree and certificate programs across five academic colleges and two campuses, Arkansas Tech strives to provide a solid educational foundation for life-long learning to a diverse community.
Position Summary:
Arkansas Tech University seeks a dynamic, enthusiastic and proven leader with the experience and skills necessary to serve as an assistant coach of its perennially-competitive NCAA Division II Softball program. The assistant coach position will have a focus on recruiting, developing, and game planning for our Pitching Staff. The successful candidate will help lead a program that has averaged 35 wins a season over the past decade and has made six appearances in the NCAA Central Regional Tournament over the last nine years. The Golden Suns softball program won four-straight GAC Tournament titles (2018 - 2022) and two GAC Regular Season championships since 2016.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
People skills and knowledge of recruiting and development of pitchers.
Assistant Softball Coach
Application Deadline:** July 21, 2025**
Salary: $39,600
About Arkansas Tech:
Founded in 1909, Arkansas Tech University is a comprehensive public institution with a rich history, maintaining regional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and classification as a Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) level III institution. ATU was ranked the No. 1 regional public university in Arkansas by U.S. News and World Report in 2021-22 and 2022-23 and CollegeNET recognizes ATU as the No. 1 institution in Arkansas on its Social Mobility Index. Since 2019, Arkansas Tech has been the host institution for the prestigious Arkansas Governor’s School. The 559-acre Russellville campus, located in the scenic Arkansas River Valley between the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains, is just one hour from the capital city of Little Rock. Russellville features a charming blend of historic and modern architecture as well as the recreational opportunities provided by Lake Dardanelle and several state parks. Offering more than 100 undergraduate degree programs and more than 40 graduate degree and certificate programs across five academic colleges and two campuses, Arkansas Tech strives to provide a solid educational foundation for life-long learning to a diverse community.
Position Summary:
Arkansas Tech University seeks a dynamic, enthusiastic and proven leader with the experience and skills necessary to serve as an assistant coach of its perennially-competitive NCAA Division II Softball program. The assistant coach position will have a focus on recruiting, developing, and game planning for our Pitching Staff. The successful candidate will help lead a program that has averaged 35 wins a season over the past decade and has made six appearances in the NCAA Central Regional Tournament over the last nine years. The Golden Suns softball program won four-straight GAC Tournament titles (2018 - 2022) and two GAC Regular Season championships since 2016.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
People skills and knowledge of recruiting and development of pitchers.
Academic monitoring of student athletes.
Experience with creating travel itineraries and reserving hotels.
Community relations both in and outside the university.
Responsible for overseeing all aspects with the guidelines set forth by Arkansas Tech University, the Great American Conference, and the NCAA.
Participation in fundraising, operation of summer camps, community and alumni relations/cultivation expected.
Other duties as assigned by Head Coach.
Other duties as assigned by Director of Athletics.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of the NCAA Division II rules and regulations.
Knowledge and experience in coaching pitchers is preferred.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Computer skills.
Minimum Requirements:
B.A. or B.S.
Proven softball coaching experience.
Current certification in first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automatic external defibrillator (AED) use or the willingness to become certified.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree.
Collegiate coaching experience.
Eligible to drive on behalf of the State of Arkansas.
Work Location, Environment, and Physical Demands:
Office.
Field.
Regional and National recruiting areas.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
What to Submit:
Cover letter.
Resume.
References.
To be considered for the position of Assistant Softball Coach , all applications must be received and processed through our applicant tracking system Cornerstone prior to the closing date on July 21, 2025, before 6:00 pm central time.
Please go to https://atu.csod.com/ats/careersite/s... to apply now.
This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Arkansas Tech University is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, age, national origin, religion, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.
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GAC Softball (W) 2024–2025
Arkansas Tech University record compared to the conference
| School | Conference | Overall | RPI | APR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Arkansas University | 19–1 | 29–5 | — | — |
| Harding University | 17–3 | 33–5 | — | — |
| Oklahoma Baptist University | 15–5 | 22–14 | — | — |
| Southern Nazarene University | 13–7 | 22–13 | — | — |
| Arkansas Tech University | 12–8 | 22–17 | — | — |
| Southeastern Oklahoma State University | 10–10 | 19–20 | — | — |
| University of Arkansas at Monticello | 8–12 | 14–20 | — | — |
| East Central University | 6–14 | 13–18 | — | — |
| Ouachita Baptist University | 5–15 | 14–26 | — | — |
| Southwestern Oklahoma State University | 5–15 | 12–20 | — | — |
| Northwestern Oklahoma State University | 5–15 | 9–25 | — | — |
| Henderson State University | — | — | — | — |
Arkansas Tech University Softball (W) History
Arkansas Tech University past performance
| Season | Head Coach | Assistant Coach | Conference | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 |
Jordon Jones |
12–8 | 22–17 | |
| 2023-2024 |
Jordon Jones |
– | – | |
| 2022-2023 |
Jordon Jones |
– | 28–24 | |
| 2021-2022 |
Kristina McSweeney |
– | 40–19 | |
| 2020-2021 |
Kristina McSweeney |
– | 28–18 | |
| 2019-2020 |
Kristina McSweeney |
– | 14–10 | |
| 2018-2019 |
Kristina McSweeney |
– | 47–15 | |
| 2017-2018 |
Kristina McSweeney |
– | 44–19 |
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