Head Coach Softball

Head Coach – Softball
Date: July 2026
Grade: 15
Salary Range: $50,625.42-59,511.90
Position Type: Full Time
Position Status: Salary/Exempt
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Location: Arkansas City Main Campus – Arkansas City, KS
Department: Athletics
Reports To: Athletic Director
Job Summary:
The Head Coach-Softball is responsible for initiating and overseeing various aspects of the program, including recruiting, planning, coaching, scheduling opponents, training team members, and managing and directing the softball program. The Head Coach-Softball is required to abide by the rules and regulations established by Cowley College, Jayhawk Athletic Conference, and the NJCAA.
Position Duties:
• Manages and directs the softball program.
• Coaches the softball team.
• Manages all aspects of the team, including strength and conditioning, practicing, competing, and scheduling.
• Evaluates and recruits qualified student athletes.
• Hire, train, direct, and supervise the assistant softball coach and work study students.
• Manages a fiscally sound budget.
• Monitors class schedules, grades, and student-athlete academic progress.
• Responsible for marketing and promoting the softball program.
• Assists the administration and Tiger Booster Club with alumni relations, community projects, and fundraising.
• Commits to and is responsible for adhering to all rules and regulations set forth for the team, the College, the Jayhawk Athletic Conference, and the NJCAA with the utmost integrity.
• Works cooperatively with personnel in the athletics department and College community, attends department meetings and activities, and always represents the College positively when interacting with the community, alumni, high school coaches, media, and general public.
• Coordinate the development of schedules for all sports, including arrangements for facilities, transportation, food, lodging, game officials, physical examinations, contracts with opponents, and other related matters.
• Provide leadership in working with high schools and other agencies in the area to provide a base of support for those sports conducted by the College.
• Responsible for daily maintenance and game preparation of the softball field and facilities.
• Exhibit exemplary behavior in game conditions, demonstrating a winning attitude and a sensitivity to his/her influence on players and fans. Responsible for monitoring the conduct of athletes on campus and in the community.
• Assist in the transfer and placement of student athletes.
• Assist the Athletic Director by performing other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Skills:
• Ability to recruit, coach, and teach highly talented student athletes.
• Ability to understand and adhere to all policies, rules, and regulations of the College, Jayhawk Athletic Conference, and NJCAA.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to teamwork, process leadership, and consensus decision making.
• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives, and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
• Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions, and other outcomes.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner.
• Knowledge of management methods and ability to provide administrative guidance within the area of responsibility and provide direct training and supervision, as needed.
• Ability to apply budgeting and fiscal planning techniques within financial constraints.
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting and participating in the overall athletic program, student activities, and College events.
• Ability to hire and supervise qualified assistant coaches and student workers.
• Ability to observe and evaluate the total program and make recommendations to the Athletic Director.
• Ability to teach sportsmanship and set an example of good moral and physical behavior.
• Ability to market and promote Cowley College softball.
• Ability to work and maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Excellent human relations skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and diverse populations.
Required Education Background:
• Bachelor’s Degree, required. Master’s Degree, preferred.
• CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Must be able to be covered under Cowley College’s vehicle insurance plan.
Required Experience:
• 3-5 years collegiate softball coaching experience preferred.
• A demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the community college mission and philosophy.
Supervisory Requirements: Assistant Coach and Work Study Students
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time; ability to move freely around the campus and outreach centers; ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds; ability to bend, stoop, reach, and grasp as required to perform responsibilities; ability to drive a motor vehicle.

Work Environment:
Coaches are responsible for maintaining an environment free from discrimination, intimidation, coercion or harassment. Work is performed indoors and/or outdoors. The employee is required to travel.
Cowley County Community College and Area Vocational-Technical School is dedicated to providing equal opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation or other legally protected category. (Notice of Non-Discrimination found at http://www.cowley.edu/about/legal.html)

Salary : $50,625 - $59,511