Position Title:  Assistant Softball Coach

Department:  Intercollegiate Athletics

Reports to:  Head Softball Coach

Appointment:  Full-Time (12 months)

Status:   Exempt

The Department of Athletics is seeking a highly motivated, organized and dedicated professional for the position of Assistant Softball Coach. Bradley University is a member of the Missouri Valley Conference. 

This twelve-month, full-time position is responsible for assisting with all phases of a Division I softball program with an emphasis on defensive development and management. The ideal candidate will also provide on the field coaching, assist equally in student-athlete recruitment, equipment management, team travel, game and practice organization and other duties as assigned by the head coach.

A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master's degree is preferred.  At least 1 year of collegiate coaching or professional playing experience is preferred for this Assistant position. Candidate must possess excellent communication, interpersonal and organization skills; computer and video knowledge, preferably Rightview Pro, writing skills; ability to interact effectively and enthusiastically with diverse student-athletes, colleagues and the public, ability to initiate and complete projects within specific deadlines, knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations and willingness to fully support the mission and values of Bradley Athletics.  

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and complete contact information for a minimum of three professional references with telephone numbers. 

Please submit all materials at the time of initial application.

Screening will begin immediately.

Bradley University offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, FSA, HSA, and retirement plan options. Bradley also offers significant higher education cost savings for employees and dependents through the Tuition Remission program. Information regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.bradley.edu/offices/business/human-resources/benefits/ 

Bradley University is a top-ranked, private university in Peoria, Illinois, offering nearly 6,000 undergraduate and graduate student’s opportunities, choices, and resources to build their futures. Innovation, action, and collaboration drive Bradley students to generate ideas and create solutions that remake the world around them. Our comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs includes business, communications, education, engineering, fine arts, health sciences, liberal arts and sciences, and technology.

Employment with Bradley University is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.  

Bradley University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The administration, faculty and staff are committed to attracting qualified candidates from underrepresented groups.