Assistant Coach, Softball

Location: New York

# Assistant Coach, Softball Manhattan University Published January  21, 2026

Location The Bronx, New York Category Job  Type### Description

TITLE OF POSITION:
Assistant Coach - Softball  DEPARTMENT:
Athletics Department  POSITION

REPORTS TO:

Head Coach / Softball  Salary: $52,500  OVERVIEW:  Manhattan University, an NCAA Division I institution and member of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC), is seeking applications for a full-time Assistant Softball Coach. The successful candidate will assist the Head Softball Coach with all aspects of the Manhattan softball program, working to develop a positive atmosphere for the program both internally and externally to the athletic department and College.

Must be committed to assist in managing the program within the guidelines of the NCAA, MAAC and Manhattan University, Department of Intercollegiate Athletic policies and procedures and will be expected to work cooperatively with all constituencies and campus units.  This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.  
• Recruit, coach and improve (teach) talented student-athletes.  
• Ability to market and promote Manhattan University softball program.  
• Must exhibit leadership and professional behavior in dealing with student athletes and staff.  
• Must be a team player and have the ability to support and assist other employees.  
• Develop a positive atmosphere for the program both internally and externally within the athletic department and Univeristy.  
• Development and implementation of softball workouts and game strategies  
• Ability to provide sound instruction in various phases of the game, pitching experience preferred  
• Assist in developing championship teams while maintaining the highest ethical standards.  
• Ability to communicate in a positive manner with student athletes, staff, parents, and alumni.  
• Ability to communicate in a positive manner with student athletes, staff, parents, and alumni  
• Strong Organizational and planning abilities with excellent oral and written communication skills  
• Bachelor’s Degree required;
Master’s Degree preferred  
• Minimum of 3 years of full-time prior experience, preferably at the Division I level.  
• Assertive, outgoing, hard-working and resourceful.  
• Demonstrated ability to foster positive relationships and create partnerships with a wide range of constituent groups.  
• Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.  
• A working knowledge of computer programs and systems.  
• Possess a valid driver’s license.  
• Required to travel and the ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.  
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, strong attention to detail and keep specific timelines.  
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to problem solve.  
• Ability to work effectively with coaches, students, faculty, administration, alumni, and community.

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