Assistant Softball Coach (Lecturer)/Director of Softball Operations

Assists the Softball Program with coaching, recruiting, and training for athletic

competition at the Division I level with an emphasis on pitching. Adheres to all governing procedures and regulations of the Athletic Department, University, Conference, and the NCAA.

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Assists in maintaining the recruiting database, organizing both official and unofficial visits. 
• Monitors and coordinates study hall and tutoring sessions in conjunction with the head coach and academic advisor.
• Works with the head coach and assistant coach to coordinate film and skill specific analytics during games, practice and small group sessions.
• Coordination and management of home game day operations in conjunction with the marketing staff and event staff to organize bat testing, special events and visiting team accommodations.
• Coordination of team travel logistics, including flights, accommodations, meals and transportation.
• Coordination of all camps and clinics. 
• Ensures that all appropriate safety guidelines and standards are maintained.
• Develops and maintains professional relationships that reflect courtesy, civility, and mutual respect.
• Builds productive relationships with internal and external constituencies.
• Commits to organizational improvement by identifying opportunities to improve, recommending possible alternatives for a situation.
• Other reasonably related duties as assigned by the head coach.

Complete Job Description

About the University:
The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu. 

The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. 

UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.

Qualifications:
Required:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to NCAA rules and regulations.
• Excellent organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel normally requiring a valid driver's license.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor & motivate student-athletes.

Preferred:

• Playing and/or coaching experience at the Division 1 level preferred. Emphasis will be placed on candidates with a hitting background.
   

Other Information: 

To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:

1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae

Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on July 29, 2025.

For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Kimberly Stiles at Kimberly.stiles@maine.edu.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening. 

In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of dive