What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Coach-Softball position at South Dakota Board of Regents?
Working Title
Assistant Coach-Softball
Posting Number
NFE03191P
Department
USD-Intercollegiate Athletics
Physical Location of Position (City)
Vermillion
Posting Text
The University of South Dakota Assistant Softball Coach – Pitching is responsible for assisting the head coach in all aspects of managing a NCAA Division I softball program including but not limited to: recruitment, development and everyday training of all members of a pitching staff; assisting with training and development in other areas of team/players on and off the field; liaison for academics and other departments on campus; assisting with camp and clinics, and administration.
Qualifications: Bachelor degree required, master’s preferred. Applicants must have knowledge of a collegiate softball program, preference given to those who have D1 experience. Preferred to have knowledge of Rapsodo, Synergy or other technology to assist in development. Candidates must have excellent communication, organizational and leadership skills. Must have the ability to work responsibly with minimal supervision and the flexibility to travel, work weekends and evenings when necessary.
Qualifications: Bachelor degree required, master’s preferred. Applicants must have knowledge of a collegiate softball program, preference given to those who have D1 experience. Preferred to have knowledge of Rapsodo, Synergy or other technology to assist in development. Candidates must have excellent communication, organizational and leadership skills. Must have the ability to work responsibly with minimal supervision and the flexibility to travel, work weekends and evenings when necessary.
Posting Date
09/04/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
First Consideration Date
09/11/2026
Advertised Salary
Duration of the Term
12 months
If Other, describe duration
Appointment Percent
100
Work Hours
Irregular work days depending on softball season.
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type
Regular
Faculty Status
No
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search
This position requires
Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License
If other, please indicate
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
The University of South Dakota is the flagship institution of South Dakota, located on a 216-acre campus in Vermillion, in the southeast corner of South Dakota. USD is a NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Summit League. For further information regarding USD, the Athletic Department, and our softball program, please refer to our website at www.GoYotes.com.
“Founded in 1862, The University of South Dakota is designated as the only public liberal arts university in the state and is home to a comprehensive College of Arts and Sciences, School of Education, School of Health Sciences, the state’s only School of Law, School of Medicine, the accredited Beacom School of Business and the College of Fine Arts. It has an enrollment of more than 10,100 students taught by 400 faculty members. More information is available at www.usd.edu/press/news.”
“Founded in 1862, The University of South Dakota is designated as the only public liberal arts university in the state and is home to a comprehensive College of Arts and Sciences, School of Education, School of Health Sciences, the state’s only School of Law, School of Medicine, the accredited Beacom School of Business and the College of Fine Arts. It has an enrollment of more than 10,100 students taught by 400 faculty members. More information is available at www.usd.edu/press/news.”
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Salary : $40,422 - $69,576