Head Softball Coach

Posting Details

Posting Details

Position Title Head Softball Coach Department 2836 - Athletics Administration Position Number 988978 Requisition No. S02795 Salary Range/Pay Rate $65,000 - $70,000 annually Benefits of Working at Oakland University

Compensation commensurate with education and experience. Oakland University offers an excellent benefit program including a comprehensive medical plan with low contribution amounts for our employees, dental and vision plans at no cost for our employees, generous paid time off plans, agenerous University contribution to our 403(b) retirement plan, tuition assistance for our employees and dependents, free access to our Campus Recreation Center and workout facilities, and flexible work schedules and wellness programs. These are current benefit levels subject to future changes.

Employee Group/Grade Individual Contract Job Category Other Work Schedule FT/Reg (40 hours) Shift/Days

This is a full-time position.

First consideration will be given to those who apply by July 21, 2026.

Pay Schedule Month Number of Hrs./Wk. 40

Position Information

Position Information

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Perform all job duties in a manner consistent with NCAA, conference and University rules, regulations, ordinances, policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Five years of college coaching experience, preferably at the Division I level.
• History of successful recruiting.
• Knowledge of Michigan recruiting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A valid driver's license and a driving record acceptable to the University's insurance carrier.

Desired Qualifications All Qualifications

Unless otherwise required by an applicable collective bargaining agreement, all minimum, additional and desired qualifications are preferred, but qualifications, degrees, and/or experience deemed comparable and/or equivalent by Oakland University in its sole and exclusive discretion may be considered.

Position Details Position Purpose

Administer an educationally sound competitive softball program for female student-athletes, within the rules and policies of any conference Oakland University may enter and NCAA legislated guidelines, and within the assigned fiscal budget as allocated. Plan and implement all phases of a competitive national level NCAA Division I softball program, including student athlete recruitment & retention; scheduling, conducting practice sessions, conditioning programs, fundraising and public relations activities; scouting and game preparation. Administer a sound and productive recruiting program within the university policies. Provide assistance as necessary with the departmental fund raising and public relations programs. Perform other duties outside of those related to softball as assigned by the director.

Job Open Date 07/08/2026 Job Close Date

Position Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have personal contact with any high school (individual in 9th grade or above), prep school, community college or four-year college or university prospective student-athlete who could attend Oakland University? With the prospective student-athlete's parents and/or legal guardians? With the prospective student-athlete's coaches? If you answered yes to any portion of this question, who is the prospective student-athlete, who is your contact, and what school does the prospective student-athlete attend?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Do you know any student-athlete(s) on any Oakland University intercollegiate athletic team? If you answered yes, which student-athlete(s) do you know?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Can you direct others to have personal contact with any high school (individual in 9th grade or above), prep school, community college or four-year college or university prospective student-athlete who could attend Oakland University? With the prospective student-athlete's parents and/or legal guardians? With the prospective student-athlete's coaches? If you answered yes to any portion of this question, who is the prospective student-athlete, who is your contact and what school does the prospective student-athlete attend?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please explain your recruiting philosophy.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please provide examples of specific areas of the country that you've had success in recruiting.

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents