Head Women's Softball Coach/Retention Coordinator

The University of Maine at Presque Isle seeking to hire a Head Women’s Softball Coach/ Retention Coordinator. Reporting to the Director of Athletics, this 12-month, full-time role is responsible for leading all aspects of a competitive NCAA Division III softball program, including recruiting, coaching, student-athlete development, program administration, and compliance with university and NCAA policies.

In addition to coaching responsibilities, the successful candidate will serve as the Athletics Department Retention Coordinator, leading student-athlete retention initiatives in collaboration with campus partners, supporting academic success efforts, serving as a liaison with Student Support Services, and advising the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC).

We are seeking a dynamic, student-centered professional committed to excellence, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and gender equity. The successful candidate will possess strong communication and leadership skills, knowledge of athletic recruitment and NCAA Division III compliance, and the ability to mentor and develop student-athletes while fostering a cooperative, inclusive environment. This individual will promote academic success, safety, sportsmanship, teamwork, and positive student-athlete experiences while contributing to departmental operations, including game management responsibilities and other duties as assigned.

The position requires the ability to travel for extended periods of time for athletic contests and related activities. The work schedule varies and includes evenings, weekends, holidays, and occasional extended hours based on athletic schedules and departmental needs. An anticipated start date of August 1, 2026.

For a complete list of responsibilities and qualifications, please review the full job description.

The salary for this full time on campus position is $47,000.00. The university will take into consideration the salary of current UMS employees for transfer/promotion depending on skills and experience. Additional benefits include medical, retirement, dental, vision, and tuition waiver programs for employees and dependents. The UMS is a recipient of the Wellness Councils of America’s Well Workplace Award and offers wellness programs. Visit our benefits website to learn more.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree.
Previous softball coaching experience.
Ability to recruit, retain, and develop a competitive softball roster.
Strong knowledge and understanding of softball.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to document retention efforts.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as required.
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and student-athlete success.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with student-athletes in an academic support or retention setting.
Previous NCAA head coaching experience.
Collegiate softball playing experience.
Familiarity with NCAA Division III standards, rules, and regulations.

How to apply

Materials must be submitted via “Apply Now" below or visit the UMPI Careers Page.

For application to be considered complete you must create an applicant profile (application) and submit ALL of the following:

Cover letter
Resume

Important Information About the Recruitment Process:

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. For full consideration, applications must be received by June 26, 2026. Applications received after this date may be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
Finalist candidates will be asked to provide a list of professional references.
A background check will be conducted for the selected candidate.
Please note: The University is unable to consider applicants who require visa sponsorship.

About the University
For more than a century, the University of Maine at Presque Isle has been helping students find their path to great professional careers providing its 3,000 traditional and non-traditional students from all areas of the state, country, and world with life-changing opportunities in a caring, small-university environment.

Further information about the University of Maine at Presque Isle can be found at https://www.umpi.edu/

The university sits on 150 acres surrounded by the rolling hills and potato fields of northern Maine and the university strives to be the region’s premier learning institution while helping to stimulate cultural and economic development in Aroostook County and the State of Maine. The university serves as an educational and cultural center for the area and its facilities are utilized for lectures, programs, concerts, dance performances, exhibits, and plays that benefit the entire region.

Learn more about what Aroostook County has to offer here.

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