Head Softball Coach

The Athletic Department at Milligan University, a member of the NAIA and the Appalachian Athletic Conference, invites applications for the full-time (Year-Round) position of Head Softball Coach with an anticipated start date of June 1, 2025.  Reporting to the Director of Athletics, this position is responsible for the overall leadership and supervision of all aspects of the softball program

Primary duties and responsibilities for the entire operation of the softball program, include, but are not limited to, the recruitment of student-athletes, contest scheduling, practice and contest planning, coaching and player skill development, academic monitoring, office/budget management, and general oversight of a selected facility.

Qualifications:

Successful candidates must have a bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred), with at least 3-5 years of collegiate coaching experience.  Candidates must also possess experience with recruitment and retention of quality student athletes, and demonstrated ability to organize and administer pre-season, in-season, and post-season player and program development. Successful candidates should also demonstrate a strong Christian faith and commitment to Milligan’s mission as a Christian liberal arts university.  Travel is required.

Application Process: Applicants should submit an employment application, cover letter and resume via email to Christian D. Pope, at  [cdpope@milligan.edu].  Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  Questions about the position or application may be directed via email to the email address above.

Milligan is an equal opportunity employer and considers applications for all positions without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status-if such disability may be accommodated without undue hardship-protected veteran status in provision of employment opportunities and benefits pursuant to federal requirements. Visit www.milligan.edu for information about the University, its mission statement, and its commitment to diversity.