Head Softball Coach

About SUNY Cobleskill:

As New York's leading public college for agriculture and technology, SUNY Cobleskill Ag & Tech develops students who wish to positively impact the future well-being of human society and sustainable practices. Our immersive approach to learning combines academic rigor with hands-on application, producing graduates who enter their careers with proven real-world capabilities.

Students thrive on our 900-acre campus, providing a dynamic rural setting with a working farm, modern laboratories, and natural ecosystems serving as our classrooms. As members of this close-knit community, students gain a sense of belonging and support for lifelong learning and professional growth through direct interaction with expert faculty and industry leaders.

An anchor institution in the Mohawk Valley region, the College promotes economic growth through its Institute for Rural Vitality and an extensive network of community, statewide, and national partners. We actively strengthen the industries that align with our academic programs and mission by providing modern business resources, training, and technical assistance while offering shared-use facilities that support regional entrepreneurs, creating new connections for sustainable development.

Drawing on a rich academic tradition that spans more than 100 years, our purpose remains constant: to educate and support undergraduate learners and researchers to be workforce-ready and affect the two most significant forces in today's world - agriculture and technology.

Job Description:

Softball is an important part of the Fighting Tigers' athletic tradition. SUNY Cobleskill is committed to elevating the program under new leadership, centered on the values of the NCAA Division III philosophy and the College's mission of student success.

SUNY Cobleskill invites applications for the full-time, 10-month position of Head Softball Coach. Reporting to the Director of Athletics, this position holds comprehensive responsibility for the leadership, management, and development of the softball program. The Head Coach will be instrumental in establishing the culture, competitive identity, and long-term vision of the program, with a firm commitment to academic excellence, student-athlete development, NCAA Division III compliance, and engagement within the campus and broader community.

• Provide visionary, ethical leadership for all aspects of the softball program, including program planning, practice organization, game preparation, competitive strategy, and post-season development.
• Design and implement year-round training programs, player skill development plans, and performance evaluation processes tailored to NCAA Division III student-athletes.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive, proactive recruiting strategy to identify, evaluate, and enroll academically qualified and athletically talented student-athletes aligned with the College's admissions standards and program values.
• Establish and maintain a positive, inclusive, values-driven team culture that prioritizes leadership, accountability, academic achievement, and personal growth.
• Oversee all program operations, including budget management, equipment purchasing and inventory, competition scheduling, and team travel coordination.
• Monitor and support student-athlete academic progress, eligibility, and overall well-being through active collaboration with the Office of Academic Support Services, Advising, Student Affairs, and campus wellness resources.
• Ensure full compliance with all NCAA Division III, SUNYAC, and SUNY Cobleskill institutional rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, including completion of annual NCAA rules education requirements.
• Recruit, supervise, and mentor assistant coaching staff in alignment with departmental expectations and the NCAA Division III philosophy.
• Collaborate with the Sports Medicine staff to prioritize player health and safety, adhering to NCAA Sports Sciences Institute protocols, acclimatization standards, and NOCSAE equipment standards.
• Cultivate and steward meaningful relationships with alumni, donors, and families to support program growth, engagement, and fundraising initiatives.
• Participate actively in departmental programming, including fundraising campaigns, community outreach, youth camps and clinics, and alumni engagement events.
• Serve as a visible and positive ambassador for Fighting Tiger Athletics and SUNY Cobleskill within the campus, regional, and lacrosse communities.
• Fulfill assigned secondary responsibilities as determined by the Director of Athletics, which may include event management, game operations, facility oversight, or other departmental functions.

Requirements:

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that SUNY Cobleskill is not an E-Verify employer.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Sports Management, Kinesiology, Recreation, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of softball coaching experience at the collegiate level, or a combination of high-level collegiate playing experience and demonstrated coaching success.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit and retain academically motivated, high-character student-athletes at the collegiate level.
• Proven technical and tactical expertise in softball, including skill instruction, game planning, and competitive match preparation.
• Strong interpersonal, mentorship, and leadership skills with the ability to positively influence student-athletes at all stages of development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team-oriented athletics department.
• Demonstrated proficiency with administrative and technology platforms, including recruiting software, video analysis tools, and athlete management systems.
• Thorough understanding of and commitment to the NCAA Division III philosophy, including the primacy of the academic experience for student-athletes.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours including evenings, weekends, and travel as required by the position.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to the aforementioned minimum qualifications, it is preferred the candidate also have:

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Experience as a head coach at the NCAA Division III level or equivalent.
• Familiarity with the New Jersey/New York/Mid-Atlantic softball recruiting landscape.
• Experience contributing to athletics fundraising, marketing, community engagement, or alumni relations initiatives.
• Existing relationships within the SUNYAC community.

Additional Information:

• The salary range for this position is $56,388 - $58,000.
• This is a 10-month, term appointment.
• This position offers full New York State benefits which are some of the most comprehensive in the country.
• SUNY Cobleskill is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community for our students and employees. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of the background check.
• This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.
• All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply, if your skillset meets the minimum requirements as set forth.

SUNY Cobleskill is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, and ensuring equal educational and employment opportunity and access to services, programs and activities without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, or any other legally protected status. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Office at (518) 255-5514.

SUNY Cobleskill's Interim Title IX Coordinator is Nicole Field, who can be contacted via phone at 518-255-5514, email at fieldnm@cobleskill.edu, or mailing address of SUNY Cobleskill, Knapp Hall Room 123, Cobleskill, NY 12043.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact humanresources@cobleskill.edu or 518-255-5423.

Application Instructions:

The application review process will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate is found. Priority is given to applications submitted by November 18, 2026.

A complete application consists of the following:

1. Letter of application, addressing qualifications, position responsibilities, and college values

2. Current CV or Resume

3. Names, emails and phone numbers of at least three professional references, preferably former supervisors

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