A comprehensive university with a strong liberal arts foundation, Longwood has a distinctive mission to develop citizen leaders who are prepared to make positive contributions to the common good of society. Founded in 1839, Longwood is the third-oldest public university in Virginia.

Longwood is part of the proud tradition of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Roughly one hour’s drive from Charlottesville, Lynchburg, and Richmond, Longwood is located in the historic two-college community of Farmville. Longwood currently has approximately 4,600 undergraduate and graduate students and 40,653 alumni. It maintains affiliations with the neighboring Robert Russa Moton Museum of civil rights history and the Longwood Center for Visual Arts, a nationally accredited university art museum. A member of the Big South Conference, Longwood competes at the NCAA Division I level.

Job Description:

Longwood University invites qualified applications for the position of Assistant Coach, Women’s Softball (GA017). Under the supervision and mentorship of the Head Coach, the successful candidate will assist in the instruction, scouting, recruiting, and/or coaching of student-athletes in the fundamentals of softball by demonstrating techniques and methods necessary for success during collegiate competition; inform student-athletes of the applicable University, Big South Conference and NCAA rules and regulations; and evaluate student-athletes' strengths and weaknesses to improve techniques in order to be successful on and off the field.

This position is located in Farmville, Virginia, and is required to work in person on Longwood University’s campus.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Coaching knowledge and technique - Must demonstrate in-depth knowledge base in sport rules, game strategies, and performance principles. Must demonstrate the ability to plan, organize, and conduct practice sessions
• Recruiting - scout, identify, and recommend student athletes that fit with the mission and vision of the program in such a manner that encourages diversity, while maintaining a competitive team
• Rules compliance – inform student-athletes of the University, the Big South Conference, and the NCAA rules and regulations to ensure full compliance. Must personally adhere to the University, the Big South Conference, and the NCAA rules and regulations to ensure full compliance
• Community and university involvement - perform public relations functions promoting Longwood athletes in a positive manner to the media, alumni, and community. Work collaboratively with University Advancement to cultivate and promote donor relations to ensure the fund raising efforts are successful.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to provide training, direction, encouragement, and motivation to prepare student-athletes in teambuilding, working to ensure the academic success of student-athletes, team strategy, planning, and sportsmanship.
• Must be solution oriented in all aspects of the job.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to use logic and reasoning to identify potential problems and possible solutions, form conclusions and approaches to problems, as well as developmental needs of others through coaching, mentoring or by helping individuals improve their knowledge and/or skills.
• Perform administrative tasks as assigned by the Head Coach in a timely and professional manner.
• Demonstrate excellent listening and communication skills.
• Must have experience coaching infield and catchers.
• Must work collaboratively with the head coach in the offensive strategy, mechanics, and execution of the offensive vision for the program.

Requirements:

• Master's degree or Bachelor's degree with equivalent training and work experience
• Preference given to those with NCAA Division I top 25 coaching and/or playing experience
• Must be able to perform physical activities associated with the sport of softball
• Must be able to meet the University eligibility requirements to drive fleet vehicles, including passenger vans and/or mini-buses
• Must have a valid driver’s license 

Additional Information:

This position is a full-time, administrative & professional faculty, exempt position. Commonwealth of Virginia benefits accompany this position. A successful fingerprint based criminal background investigation is required. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply. 

Commonwealth of Virginia benefits accompany this position to include:

• State health and dental benefits & flexible spending accounts
• Paid leave (which may include sick leave, personal leave, annual leave, etc.), and 13 holidays
• Retirement savings plans (some with limited employer match available (VRS))
• Life & Long-Term care insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts for various services, including Verizon.
• Educational benefits for most employees
• Fitness Center membership less expensive than most

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Longwood University will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodations to applicants in need of accommodations in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process.  You are not required to note the presence of a disability on your application.  If, however, you require accommodations in the application and/or interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 434-395-2074 or humres@longwood.edu.

Per CFR: Title 34, the Title IX Coordinator’s contact information can be located through this link http://www.longwood.edu/titleix/.

A diversified workforce is an important part of our strategic plan.  EOE/AA

Application Instructions:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled, position posted 5/20/2025. To apply for this position, qualified applicants must complete the online information section and questions, and attach (under Resume) a letter of interest, resume, and names and contact details of three references.