Assistant Softball Coach

Brookings, South Dakota, South Dakota State University (SDState) is seeking an Assistant Softball Coach to help compliment a strong and competitive Division I program and shape the next generation of standout student athletes. This role offers the chance to recruit top talent, teach the game at a high level, and mentor young women as they grow on the field, in the classroom, and in life.

This position will assist the head softball coach and other staff with maintaining a competitive Division I women’s softball program. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, recruiting and retaining top level student-athletes; to assist in teaching softball and life skills that will allow softball student-athletes to be successful on and off the field as well as in the classroom as well as administrative duties. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Earned Bachelor’s degree by application date;
Minimum of one year of collegiate softball coaching or 2 years as a graduate assistant at an NCAA DI or DII level;
Commitment to promote an atmosphere of compliance and adherence to institutional, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations;
Excellent communication (verbal, written, interpersonal); and
Proven career path.

Valid driver’s license, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire, and willingness to travel.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Earned Master’s degree
Division I coaching experience
Infield and outfield development experience
Demonstrated ability of student-athlete recruitment process;
Experience with player development
Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
Experience with softball administrative duties (i.e. travel, scheduling, camps, equipment/apparel, compliance, academics)

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 
Position closes 05/11/2026.
  APPLICATION PROCESS:
SDState accepts applications through an on-line employment site.  To apply, visit:  https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu , search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.”  This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, curriculum vitae, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references.  Email applications will not be accepted.  Please contact SDState Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process. 
Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.  
For questions on the position, contact the supervisor, Kristina McSweeney, by calling (605) 688-5625 or emailing [email protected] . SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave.