Head Softball Coach

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Working Title:

Head Softball Coach

Institution:

Minnesota State Community and Technical College

Classification

Title:

Community College Faculty

Bargaining Unit / Union:

218:
Non-Unit

City:

Fergus Falls

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Part time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Limited (Fixed Term)

Salary Range:

$24,800.00 - $52,800.00

Assignment Credits & Per Credit Salary Range: Coaches are considered temporary part‑time faculty and pay is determined by the number of assignment credits. The Head Softball Coach position is 9 credits. The per credit salary rate is $1,435.56 up to $2,396.43.

Please note:

Initial per credit salary placement is determined on the basis of education and experience in accordance with the faculty contract.

Minnesota State Community and Technical College is accepting applications for a Head Softball Coach to begin fall semester 2026.
This position is located on the Fergus Falls campus.

Activities related to comprehensive community college teaching and learning, including but not limited to:

• Head coach duties, including recruiting, conducting practices and tryouts, organizing and scheduling road trips, tracking students’ athletic eligibility, and other related duties.
• Monitor softball budget, fundraise as appropriate, and maintain spending practices in alignment with NJCAA rules.

• Softball coaching experience;
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Demonstrate the ability to recruit and coach;
• Ability and commitment to adhere to the policies and procedures of Minnesota State Community and Technical College, MCCC and NCAA Division III.

• Assistant or Head coaching (softball) experience at the collegiate level.
• Ability to work with a diverse population of students.

The vacancy is posted online open until filled with application review to begin May 26, 2026.

Application must include:

• Letter of interest
• Curriculum vitae (or resume)
• Name and contact information for three professional references

NOTICE: The college regrets that it is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship. The successful candidate under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

Questions About the Position?

Contact Heidi Balgaard, M State’s Faculty Recruiter, gaard

Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States.

Inquiries about Title IX can be directed to the college’s Title IX Coordinator and/or to the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights. The Title IX office is located on Moorhead’s campus, but it travels and serves all 4 campuses.

Kara Helmig, JD

Director of Title IX & Clery Compliance (Title IX Coordinator)

Office B160

1900 28th Ave S

Moorhead, MN 56560

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At Minnesota State, we have a great benefits package. Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre‑tax medical and dental expense (with roll‑over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.

We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Open Date: 05-11-2026

Close Date: 08-16-2026

Posting Contact Name:
Heidi Ruth Balgaard

Posting Contact Email: heidi.balgaard