Head Womens Softball Coach

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title Head Women's Softball Coach Posting Number S01428P Type of Appointment FTF; Full-Time Fixed Posting Category Executive/Admin/Managerial

Funding Information

MSU Salary Grade NC Salary Range for Job Posting

Recruitment Recommendations

Anticipated Employment Start Date for Position 07/16/2026 Open Date 06/26/2026 Close Date 07/09/2026 Open Until Filled Yes

Position details

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The Softball department at Morehead State University is accepting applications for a full-time position as a Head Women's Softball Coach. The anticipated start date is July 16, 2026.

Morehead State University is located in Morehead, KY, a designated Kentucky Trail Town, nestled in the Daniel Boone National Forest, in close proximity to Cave Run Lake. This location provides opportunities for a wide range of outdoor recreation activities. Morehead State University is recognized as one of the top public universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report. Additionally, Morehead State University is relatively close to a number of larger cities including Lexington, KY, Louisville, KY, and Cincinnati, OH. Morehead State University delivers a strong and affordable education for friendly, ambitious students who thrive in a student-focused learning environment defined by small class sizes and faculty committed to teaching and student success.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The primary responsibility of the Head Women's Softball Coach is to instruct student-athletes in the performance of the sport of softball. To that end, they are responsible for the organization, direction, and administration of the softball program, including the implementation and maintenance of standards of academic and athletic excellence. The Head Women's Softball Coach must have a thorough knowledge of and commitment to compliance with the rules, regulations and policies of Morehead State University and the NCAA and Ohio Valley Conference.

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree and coaching experience. Equivalent experience may be substituted for coaching experience. Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. Knowledge of NCAA rules and compliance issues concerning the administration of intercollegiate athletics.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree. Excellent communications and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to recruit student-athletes with potential for academic and athletic success.

SPONSORSHIP: This position is not budgeted for Visa Sponsorship.

Morehead State University is a comprehensive, regionally focused university providing high quality instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The University has an enrollment of over 9,000 students. To apply, visit: https://moreheadstate.peopleadmin.com and complete the MSU Application for Employment along with a resume and the name and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin after the close date and continue until the position is filled. For preferred consideration, apply by July 9, 2026. Contact the Office of Human Resources at (606) 783-2097 should you have questions about our online application. Please contact Kelly Wells, the search committee chair, at k.wells@moreheadstate.edu for questions regarding this position. MSU is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Organizational Relationships

Reports directly to the Assistant Director of Athletics; with upline reporting to the Director of Athletics, Vice President for Student Success and President. They have downline supervision of Assistant Softball Coach and Graduate Assistants. Other interaction with Assistant Director of Athletics, Compliance and Educational Services Director, Athletic Training staff, Sports Information staff, student/athletes, media, faculty, and other staff members.

Physical Requirements Working Conditions

In accordance with the principles of NCAA rules compliance, it is understood that any employee who is found in violation of NCAA regulations shall be subject to disciplinary or corrective action as set forth in the provisions of the NCAA enforcement procedures, including suspension without pay or termination of employment for significant or repetitive violations. Visible program under constant scrutiny of students, faculty, staff, community, media, and alumni. Considerable travel and frequent night and weekend hours involved. Primary field maintenance personnel.

Special Information/Instructions to Applicants

Reference Requests

Reference Request Details

Accept References Yes Minimum Requests 3 Maximum Requests

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you possess a bachelor's degree?

• Yes

• No

• • With regard to employment eligibility, will you now or in the future require employer immigration sponsorship in order to work at Morehead State University?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have the legal right to work in the United States? Federal law requires that employers hire only individuals who are authorized to be lawfully employed in the United States. In compliance with such laws, MSU will verify the status of every individual offered employment and all offers of employment are subject to verification of the applicant's identity and employment authorization. It will be necessary for you to submit such documents as required by law to verify your identification and employment authorization.

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Name & Contact Information for 3 References

Optional Documents

• Additional Support Document #1
• Additional Support Document #2
• Additional Support Document #3