The Waldorf University Athletics Department is seeking qualified and interested candidates for Head Softball Coach to lead our team starting in the 2025-26 year. This is a full-time position beginning no later than July 30, 2025, with preference to start part-time as early as May for recruitment efforts. Waldorf is a member of NAIA and the GPAC Conference.
The Head Coach will be responsible for all phases of the softball program in a manner compatible with Athletics Department and Waldorf University philosophies. The ideal candidate will have a commitment to the mission of Waldorf University and be committed to the development of the student-athlete physically, mentally, spiritually, and morally. The candidate must also demonstrate the ability and desire to recruit students, especially from Iowa and surrounding states.
This is a full-time, benefit-eligible, and primarily 10-month (August through May annually) position with limited time commitments during June and July to complete any ongoing recruitment activities, attendance or representation at orientation day and the Athletic department fundraising event(s), as well as monitoring and responding to email or messages as needed.
Coaching Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to)
Demonstrate strong organizational, communication and leadership skills with athletes and University staff/faculty
Recruit quality softball student-athletes
Provide instruction of associated skill sets, fundamentals, coaching skills and psychological skills training
Schedule practices, contests, and work with Strength & Condition staff for team workouts
Coordination of travel arrangements for team competition
Set and maintain a high standard of compliance with all NAIA, GPAC and institutional rules and regulations at all times for self, coaching staff, and athletes
Meet administration, mentoring and retaining student-athletes’ goals
Monitor & manage annual sport budgets (fiscal responsibility) and fundraising
Manage program providing clear guidance and expectations.
Organize and manage camps and clinics
Contribute to department through active participation in meetings, serving on committees and any other duties
Three to five years of coaching experience at the collegiate level. Head coaching experience preferred.
The selected candidate will represent programs/university in a positive manner. This includes being a positive role model with appropriate behavior on the sidelines
Must be able to work as a team member, be self-directed and willing to serve as a goodwill ambassador for Waldorf University Athletics
Possess experience working with diverse students and staff
Ability to organize and motivate student-athletes to maximum performance level in sports and academic achievements
Benefits: This is a full-time, exempt and benefit eligible position. Waldorf University offers a comprehensive benefit package with including health, life, LTD, 401k match and tuition benefits for employees and their families, in addition to options in dental, vision, supplemental and voluntary life insurances and FLEX spending plan.
Application: For consideration, qualified candidates are asked to apply through the link below, upload their application materials including a letter of interest outlining your qualifications, perspective on coaching in a small, private, liberal arts and rural university setting, and salary expectations/requirements, a resume, and contact information for two professional references. All applicants must apply through site for consideration, emailed applications will not be accepted. Final candidate will be subject to a background investigation.
Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
