Position Summary:
Long Island University (LIU) is seeking a highly motivated and knowledgeable individual to
join its NCAA Division I Women’s Softball program as Assistant Coach. This full-time position, based on
the LIU Brooklyn campus for the 2026-27 academic year and the LIU Post Campus beginning with the
2027-28 academic year, will work closely with the LIU Softball Head Coach to support all aspects of
the program. The LIU Softball Assistant Coach position responsibilities will include a broad range of
coaching and operational duties that contribute to the overall success of the team.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to fostering a competitive and positive
team culture, supporting student-athletes in their academic and athletic growth, and upholding the
values and standards of LIU Athletics.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Head Coach in developing, planning, and implementing practice sessions and game
strategies.
- Mentor and support student-athletes in both athletic and personal development.
- Recruit prospective student-athletes through on-campus visits, travel, and regular communication, in
compliance with NCAA and NEC regulations.
- Coordinate video breakdown and analysis for scouting, game preparation, and player feedback.
- Monitor academic progress of student-athletes in collaboration with academic advisors.
- Maintain a thorough knowledge of NCAA, NEC, and LIU policies to ensure full program compliance.
- Assist with team travel logistics, budgeting, equipment management, and other administrative
duties.
- Represent LIU at conferences, meetings, and community events as assigned.
- Help foster a positive, inclusive, and accountable team environment.
Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 1–3 years of coaching experience at the collegiate level, preferably NCAA Division I.
- Strong knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
- Demonstrated success in recruiting and player development.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required.
LIU is an equal opportunity employer. LIU is committed to extending equal opportunities in
employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our
academic community. LIU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to
race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or
expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military
status, age, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. Hiring is
contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.