Assistant Softball Coach

Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 15715
Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Information

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence – advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

Salary Range: Commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 7/14/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume is required
• Cover Letter is preferred

  Job Details

  Job Summary

  The Assistant Softball Coach assists Head Coach in providing management in all facets of the softball program. This role is responsible for recruiting prospective student-athletes, on field training/coaching, leading development in assigned focused area, student-athlete welfare initiatives, academic, scheduling, retention, and fundraising, with the university, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.

  Core Responsibilities

  • Performs duties assigned by head coach.
  • Recruits high quality student-athletes.
  • Assists head coach with coaching/training relating to proper techniques.
  • Assists with student-athlete development welfare programs.
  • Assists with team operation responsibilities.
  • Assists with scheduling.
  • Builds professional relationships with staff and student-athletes.
  • Assists with all administrative processes, especially business office and compliance.
  • Maintains knowledge of NCAA, AAC, UTSA, UT System rules and/or regulations.
  • Assists with and supports the coordination of the various booster, fundraising and community programs.
  • Represents the university/softball program at off-campus functions.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

  
  Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
  • Three (3) years of related work or playing experience.
  • This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.

  
  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Specific knowledge in the sport of Softball
  • Compliance of NCAA, State of Texas, UTSA and American Athletic Conference rules and regulations
  • Organizational, Written, and Verbal Communication Skills
  • Independent Judgement
  • Discretion and Flexibility

  
  Working Conditions

  • Physical activity in Softball.
  • Work requires weekend and evening hours as well as travel.

  Physical Demands

  • Standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods of time.
  • Occasional lifting and moving of items up to 50 lbs.

  This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee’s responsibility.

  This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

  Equal Employment Opportunity

  As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.