Head Coach, Women's Softball - Intercollegiate Athletics

University of Illinois at Chicago
Head Coach, Women’s Softball – Intercollegiate Athletics

Hiring Department: Department of Intercollegiate Athletics
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1033684
Posting Close Date: 04/30/2025
Salary range (commensurate with experience): $85,000 to $100,000 / Annual Salary
Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications and budget constraints.

About UIC
UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

About UIC Athletics
UIC is a member of the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC), distinguished by its robust academic, research, and health programs. Its state-of-the-art athletic facilities are considered best in class within the MVC and Division I. UIC remains committed to enhancing these facilities to support student-athletes, coaches, and fans.

The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics (DIA) aims to develop student-athletes academically, socially, and athletically while boosting UIC’s national athletic profile. In the spirit of Chicago’s rich sports culture, the DIA recruits diverse, high-performing student-athletes and strives for excellence in competition, academics, and sportsmanship across its 18 Division I teams.

Position Summary:
The Head Coach for Women’s Softball is responsible for the development, implementation, and promotion of a successful sport program. Responsibilities include hiring staff, building a schedule, adhering to a budget, and following University, NCAA, and Missouri Valley Conference rules and policies. Duties also include recruiting, retaining and training student-athletes and ensuring they are following their degree plans. The head coach contributes to a collaborative, respectful and positive organization culture. The person shall be required to exercise independent judgement, to make decisions, to work with and exercise stewardship over students, and to function as a member of the athletics department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coach and train the members of the team during practice and competitions. Assess skills and instruct athletes on technique.
• Oversee the recruitment of prospective student-athletes. Identify, evaluate, contact and meet student-athletes and parents. Set-up campus visits and attend competitions to observe prospects.
• Organize, plan, and schedule daily practices and drills. Implement plan for game preparation; determine game strategy.
• Collaborate with athletic staff and university faculty to monitor academic progress of student-athletes to ensure that athletics eligibility and academic standards are maintained.
• Schedule competitions and develop travel plans.
• Manage budget.
• Develop and promote summer camps.
• Participate in fund raising and alumni relation activities.
• Adhere to all University, Missouri Valley Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Plan, assign and review work of staff to ensure that group objectives are met.
• Hire, train, develop, and manage staff to ensure that a qualified staff exists to meet group objectives.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in sports management, education, or in related fields
• Direct Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
• CPR and safety certifications
• Minimum of five or more years of athletic coaching experience
• Strong interpersonal, management and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree
• Experience in Division I Collegiate Athletics
• Experience leading units or teams of personnel

Application Instructions:
For fullest consideration, please submit a completed application, resume, cover letter, and the name and contact information for at least three professional references. All applicants must submit an online application by clicking the apply button below.

Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability.

The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
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