How to hire an assistant softball coach

How to hire an assistant softball coach, step by step

Here's a step-by-step assistant softball coach hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an assistant softball coach job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new assistant softball coach
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring an assistant softball coach, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   An assistant softball coach's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, assistant softball coaches from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of assistant softball coaches.

   Type of Assistant Softball Coach	Description	Hourly rate
   Assistant Softball Coach	Coaches teach amateur or professional athletes the skills they need to succeed at their sport. Scouts look for new players and evaluate their skills and likelihood for success at the college, amateur, or professional level... Show more	$13-33
   Coach	The main responsibility of a coach is to motivate an individual or an entire team. Coaches are focused on improving the performance and skills of athletes by conducting training sessions, coordinating practice drills, and providing guidance... Show more	$12-31
   Cheerleading Coach	A Cheerleading Coach teaches cheer and dance routines among cheerleaders, encouraging safety, discipline, and teamwork. In learning institutions, they are primarily in charge of overseeing a cheerleading team while coordinating with teachers to make sure that they keep up with their academic obligations... Show more	$12-33

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • NCAA
   • Softball Program
   • Assist Head
   • Role Model
   • III
   • JV
   • Player Development
   • Varsity Softball
   • Travel Arrangements
   • Naia
   • Leadership
   • Skill Development
   • Game Management
   • Game Strategies

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   Responsibilities:

   • Instill pride, teamwork and championship work ethics to achieve lofty goals.
   • Provide guidance for individual athletes and assist them in achieving spots within elite summer rowing programs in Philadelphia.
   • Head coach of the junior varsity team, which include general skill development and scheduling all games for JV.
   • Provide leadership, encouragement, and knowledge of the game to players -Create practice drills and game line-ups -Assist with fundraisers
   • Keep records on athlete's current course hours and GPA.
   • Conduct tryouts and select varsity, junior varsity, and freshman teams.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your assistant softball coach job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. An assistant softball coach can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, assistant softball coaches' average salary in wyoming is 62% less than in massachusetts.
   • Seniority. Entry-level assistant softball coaches 59% less than senior-level assistant softball coaches.
   • Certifications. An assistant softball coach with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in an assistant softball coach's salary.

   Average assistant softball coach salary

   $44,579yearly

   $21.43 hourly rate

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   Entry-level assistant softball coach salary

   $28,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 22, 2026

   Average assistant softball coach salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Massachusetts	$61,245	$29
   2	New Jersey	$59,015	$28
   3	California	$57,273	$28
   4	Connecticut	$57,188	$27
   5	Pennsylvania	$53,083	$26
   6	New York	$51,992	$25
   7	Texas	$49,137	$24
   8	Colorado	$43,726	$21
   9	Virginia	$43,534	$21
   10	Oregon	$42,446	$20
   11	Florida	$39,544	$19
   12	Kentucky	$36,729	$18
   13	Missouri	$36,297	$17
   14	Illinois	$36,227	$17
   15	Georgia	$34,904	$17
   16	Utah	$32,192	$15
   17	Iowa	$30,099	$14
   18	Michigan	$28,416	$14

   Average assistant softball coach salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Kern Community College District	$112,090	$53.89	6
   2	COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN MARYLAND	$69,923	$33.62	3
   3	Post University, Inc.	$60,588	$29.13	3
   4	Eastern Kentucky University	$58,104	$27.93	10
   5	Saint Xavier University	$57,233	$27.52	1
   6	Indiana University of Pennsylvania	$56,823	$27.32
   7	University of Nevada, Reno	$56,596	$27.21	3
   8	Santa Clara University	$55,443	$26.66	1
   9	Emory Healthcare	$54,635	$26.27	1
   10	PSEA	$53,979	$25.95	15
   11	Union University	$53,652	$25.79
   12	St. Clair County Community Mental Health	$53,581	$25.76	13
   13	Boston College	$52,986	$25.47
   14	University of Colorado Boulder	$51,494	$24.76
   15	University of California-Berkeley	$51,277	$24.65	3
   16	St. Cloud State University	$50,678	$24.36
   17	California Polytechnic State University	$50,626	$24.34
   18	Washington College	$50,506	$24.28
   19	Arcadia University	$49,627	$23.86	4
   20	Hillsdale College	$48,538	$23.34

4. Writing an assistant softball coach job description

   A good assistant softball coach job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of an assistant softball coach job description:

   Assistant softball coach job description example

   Reports to the Head Softball Coach and assist in the administration of all phases of the softball program in accordance with NCAA Division I, ASUN Conference, and Stetson University rules and philosophies.
   
   Assist the Head Softball Coach in the administration of all aspects of the softball program; identifies, evaluates, and recruits prospective student-athletes; assists in pre-, in-, and post-season training, practices, and games; assists in all areas relating to the operation of the softball program, including day-to-day administrative and operational responsibilities; assists with the development and maintenance of appropriate public relations; video / scouting - assist with video analysis of games and practices; strength & conditioning - assist with the team fitness programs; recruiting - evaluation, visits, camps, recruiting, correspondence, and communication; camp director - organize all Stetson Softball camps; scheduling - assist with game and practice scheduling; fund-raising and promotional activities as necessary; primary contact and implementation of the summer camp program; assists in coordination of practice and game preparation; coordinate recruiting schedule for entire staff - where we will recruit, when we will go, PSA's that we need to be aware of; motivates and inspires student-athletes to excel in the classroom and on the field; attends functions related to the softball program; prepares reports; evaluates players. Work directly with the pitchers for practice and in game; develop and coach them.
   
   Stetson University's Athletics Program has a vision of developing a culture of champions athletically, academically and within the community. This vision is accomplished through a mission of recruiting and developing student-athletes, coaches and staff, creating a culture of champions, within and outside of competition. The department operates with five core values: Championship Culture, Integrity, Excellence, Pride/Tradition and Leadership. To learn more about the Vision, Mission and Core Values for Stetson Athletics, visit GoHatters.com and click on Mission Statement under the Inside Athletics tab.
   Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree; Master's preferred
   
   Required Skills
   
   + Computer skills a must
   
   + Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, fellow employees, program boosters, and the public
   
   Required Experience
   
   + Bachelor's degree; master's preferred
   
   + Demonstrated ability to organize and develop world wide recruiting master plan
   
   + Possession and maintenance of a valid Florida driver's license and acceptable driving record
   
   + Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
   
   Salary grade: 6

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find assistant softball coaches for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your assistant softball coach job on Zippia to find and recruit assistant softball coach candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit assistant softball coaches, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new assistant softball coach

   Once you've found the assistant softball coach candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new assistant softball coach. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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