Associate Head Coach, Softball

Job Title Associate Head Coach, Softball Location

AUSTIN, TX

General Notes Additional and extended hours required, including evenings, weekends, early mornings and holidays. National and international travel required. This job is not suitable for remote work and is expected to work regular on‑site hours. Assistant or Associate Head Coach position may be offered dependent on candidate qualifications and experience. This position is designated as an Administrative Officer and serves without a fixed term and at the pleasure of the President, pursuant to Regents Rule 20102 and the University’s Handbook of Operating Procedures 1‑1020, “Officers of Administration.” Purpose To assist the Head Coach in the leadership and management of the women’s Softball program and to achieve successful outcomes, including recruiting elite student‑athletes, training and coaching with the goal of contending for national and conference championships. Responsibilities The Assistant/Associate Head Coach is critically involved in all aspects of the program, is given specific autonomy, and shares responsibilities with the Head Coach in key areas such as recruiting, practice planning, player training and development, coordination of team play, and coaching tactics/strategies. Assist the Head Coach in recruiting, training, motivating and developing elite student‑athletes in softball. Proactively promote the academic, personal and social development of student‑athletes. Recruit and coach with the objective of attaining the highest possible outcomes in NCAA competition while maintaining program integrity. Employ high professional standards, ethical behaviors and adherence to UT Athletics, University, Conference and NCAA rules. Provide high‑profile public relations and communication with a wide variety of institutional and sport constituencies, including softball professionals and coaches at all levels (club, high school), alumni, letter winners, media, students, student families, fans, Texas Athletics colleagues and others. Assist the Head Coach in designing a competitive schedule to maximize team and individual player development and performance. Assist the Head Coach in leading and managing administration, logistics, support staff and business functions, including budgeting, of the Softball program. Consistently exemplify the core values and quality‑service standards of Texas Athletics. Always act ethically. Proactively seek guidance when unsure or unclear of a law, rule or policy applicable to you or your department/sport program. Actively participate in assigned education and training programs. Comply with all laws, policies, rules and regulations set forth by the Board of Regents of the University of Texas System, the University of Texas at Austin, NCAA, Conference or other governing body, including state and federal laws. Annually obtain prior written approval and report all outside activities and outside income. Report knowledge of or reasonable cause to believe wrongdoing under state or federal laws, policies, rules or regulations of the University, Conference or NCAA to IA ARMCS or IA HR. Fully cooperate with any investigation by providing complete and accurate information when requested by Texas Athletics and/or the NCAA and do not influence others in any way during an investigation. In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Texas Education Code Sec. 51.252, this position may be a Non‑Confidential Employee as defined by University policies on Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault, Interpersonal Violence and Stalking. As a Non‑Confidential Employee, individuals employed in this position will report incidents of such prohibited conduct to the University’s Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Title IX Coordinator as required by applicable law or University policy. An employee who does not report an incident or who makes a false report is subject to termination and may be charged with a criminal offense (Class A or Class B misdemeanor). For more information about employee responsibilities under Title IX, including information about confidential employee reporting exceptions, please visit the Title IX website at Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree. Successful experience as an assistant or head coach at an elite level. Experience coaching NCAA championship‑caliber student‑athletes. Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills to enhance interaction with student‑athletes, peers, alumni, administrative personnel and the community. Demonstrated professional demeanor. Technological proficiency. Demonstrated the ability to provide critical thinking and consultation to achieve positive outcomes. Current and working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations relating to student‑athletes and recruiting of student‑athletes. Demonstrated commitment to the University of Texas Intercollegiate Athletics Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, Community Engagement, Creativity, Accountability and Loyalty. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated success in recruiting elite student‑athletes. Experience as a student athlete in collegiate athletics. Experience coaching NCAA championship‑caliber student‑athletes. Work Conditions Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished). May work in all weather conditions. May work around standard office conditions. Use of manual dexterity. Climbing stairs. Lifting and moving. Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. #J-18808-Ljbffr The University of Texas at Austin