Head Softball Coach

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Location:

Forest City, IA | | Job Id: 526 | | # of Openings: 1 | |

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The Waldorf University Athletics Department is seeking qualified and interested candidates for Head Softball Coach to lead our team starting in the 2025-26 year. This is a full-time position beginning no later than July 30, 2025, with preference to start part-time as early as May for recruitment efforts. Waldorf is a member of NAIA and the GPAC Conference.

| | | Position: Head Softball Coach | |

Location:

Forest City, IA | | Job Id: 526 | | # of Openings: 1 | |

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The Waldorf University Athletics Department is seeking qualified and interested candidates for Head Softball Coach to lead our team starting in the 2025-26 year. This is a full-time position beginning no later than July 30, 2025, with preference to start part-time as early as May for recruitment efforts. Waldorf is a member of NAIA and the GPAC Conference.

The Head Coach will be responsible for all phases of the softball program in a manner compatible with Athletics Department and Waldorf University philosophies. The ideal candidate will have a commitment to the mission of Waldorf University and be committed to the development of the student-athlete physically, mentally, spiritually, and morally. The candidate must also demonstrate the ability and desire to recruit students, especially from Iowa and surrounding states.

This is a full-time, benefit-eligible, and primarily 10-month (August through May annually) position with limited time commitments during June and July to complete any ongoing recruitment activities, attendance or representation at orientation day and the Athletic department fundraising event(s), as well as monitoring and responding to email or messages as needed.

Coaching Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to)

• Demonstrate strong organizational, communication and leadership skills with athletes and University staff/faculty
• Recruit quality softball student-athletes
• Provide instruction of associated skill sets, fundamentals, coaching skills and psychological skills training
• Schedule practices, contests, and work with Strength & Condition staff for team workouts
• Coordination of travel arrangements for team competition
• Set and maintain a high standard of compliance with all NAIA, GPAC and institutional rules and regulations at all times for self, coaching staff, and athletes
• Meet administration, mentoring and retaining student-athletes’ goals
• Monitor & Manage annual sport budgets (fiscal responsibility) and fundraising
• Manage program providing clear guidance and expectations.
• Organize and manage camps and clinics
• Contribute to department through active participation in meetings, serving on committees and any other duties

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
• Three to five years of coaching experience at the collegiate level. Head coaching experience preferred.
• The selected candidate will represent programs/university in a positive manner. This includes being a positive role model with appropriate behavior on the sidelines
• Must be able to work as a team member, be self-directed and willing to serve as a goodwill ambassador for Waldorf University Athletics
• Possess experience working with diverse students and staff
• Ability to organize and motivate student-athletes to maximum performance level in sports and academic achievements

Benefits : This is a full-time, exempt and benefit eligible position. Waldorf University offers a comprehensive benefit package with including: health, life, LTD, 401k match and tuition benefits for employees and their families, in addition to options in dental, vision, supplemental and voluntary life insurances and FLEX spending plan.

Application : For consideration, qualified candidates are asked to apply through the link below, upload their application materials including a letter of interest outlining your qualifications, perspective on coaching in a small, private, liberal arts and rural university setting, and salary expectations/requirements, a resume, and contact information for two professional references. All applicants must apply through site for consideration, emailed applications will not be accepted. Final candidate will be subject to a background investigation.

Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

For more information about Waldorf and the Softball program, visit: https://www.waldorf.edu/about,

Waldorf University GPAC press release: https://waldorfwarriors.com/sport...

Softball Program: https://waldorfwarriors.com/sport...

Check out the Forest City aerial video created and produced by Waldorf’s very own History Professor, Dr. Kevin Mason, for his “Notes on Iowa” project https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x...

Located in north central Iowa, Waldorf University is a private liberal arts institution with a rich history dating back to 1903. With approximately 600 residential students, Waldorf fosters a close-knit academic environment that emphasizes holistic student development. Our commitment to academic excellence, leadership, and service prepares students for meaningful contributions to their communities and careers. At Waldorf, we offer small class sizes, engaging co-curricular activities, and vibrant student organizations, providing ample opportunities for faculty and staff to interact with and mentor students both inside and outside the classroom. Rooted in the liberal arts and Lutheran higher education tradition, we encourage critical inquiry, lifelong learning, values of service and community, and seeking one’s vocation, ensuring our graduates are well-equipped to navigate an ever-changing world.

Join our team and become part of a university that is dedicated to shaping future leaders through education, faith, and service.

Since 1903, Waldorf University has created opportunities for learning and service to students seeking well-rounded lives through education by establishing engaging online and residential communities centered on learning and faith. As a liberal arts university with core values Waldorf offers a curriculum to liberate the way students think so that they may develop a basic understanding and knowledge of how those in a variety of disciplines think and approach life. As a liberal arts university, Waldorf seeks to instill values of service, community, critical inquiry, and lifelong learning in each student and in the very culture of the college community. These values and this education prepare our graduates to understand and contribute to life in our complex and ever-changing world.

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