Head Coach, Softball

Department:

Athletics

Position Overview:

UMBC is accepting applications for the position of Head Softball Coach. The Head Softball Coach is a full-time, 12-month, benefited position responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Softball Program. The Head Coach provides effective leadership, recruitment, coaching and monitoring of student-athletes to encourage successful academic and team performance. The Head Coach is responsible for planning the annual competition schedule, practice schedules, program administration, managing the program budget and providing for the health and safety of the athletes involved in the program.

Why Work at UMBC?

UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $92,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

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Responsibilities:

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Department:

Athletics

Position Overview:

UMBC is accepting applications for the position of Head Softball Coach. The Head Softball Coach is a full-time, 12-month, benefited position responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Softball Program. The Head Coach provides effective leadership, recruitment, coaching and monitoring of student-athletes to encourage successful academic and team performance. The Head Coach is responsible for planning the annual competition schedule, practice schedules, program administration, managing the program budget and providing for the health and safety of the athletes involved in the program.

Why Work at UMBC?

UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $92,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

What is it like to work at UMBC? Check out Glassdoor or Indeed.

For 15 years in a row UMBC has been recognized as a Great College to Work For!

Responsibilities:

Specific duties include:

• Player development (practice planning and skill instruction, game management, attention to academics and commitment to community service)
• Recruiting and retaining academically and athletically qualified student athletes
• Overseeing all administrative responsibilities (scheduling, team travel, balancing the budget and hiring, supervising and evaluating assistant coaches)
• Cultivating relationships with alumni and working with Athletics Department staff around fundraising, special events and appearances; and performing other duties as assigned.

It is expected that the successful candidate will abide by all written policies and procedures of the Department of Athletics, UMBC, the America East Conference (AEC) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Requires a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university and three (3) years of high level coaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five (5) years of head coaching experience at the collegiate level
• Playing experience at the collegiate level preferred
• Individuals with knowledge or understanding of mid-major universities are highly desired

Background Screening Statement:

A background check will be required.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Upload a cover letter and a resume.

Closing Date:

July 11, 2025

Benefits:

UMBC offers a rich benefits package.

Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):

Generous Leave which includes accruing:

• 22 Days of Annual Leave
• 15 Days of Sick Leave
• 15 Holidays
• 3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission:

• 8 credit hours per semester
• Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness opportunities
• & Much more

Salary:

Salary: $92,000 to $103,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations.

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Hours:

Full-Time

Type:

Regular

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Equal Opportunity Statement:

UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Title IX:

As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here.

Accommodation:

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Work Authorization

As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

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