WS - Softball Operations Assistant - FWS

Softball Operations Assistant

Division: Athletics                        Department: Softball                  Experience: Entry-level

Job Code: TBD                 Supervisor of Student Employee(s): April Charles

Requested Start Date: August 24, 2026

Assist in the everyday operations of a college softball program.  Main duties include officiating junior varsity games, game day field prep and operations, and analyzing data associated with opponents and individual practice sessions.

Responsibilities and Career Competencies:

1. 
   Officiate Junior Varsity games.


2. 
   Game day field preparations: Line the field, prepare field for games, set up scoreboard, sound system, etc


3. 
   Practice preparation: get out bases, equipment, set up stations


4. 
   Data collection during individual sessions. Collect data to assist in individual development (i.e. track amount of strikes thrown for pitchers, track locations and pitches hit for hitters)


5. 
   Assist in analyzing films of opponents.


6. Assist in social media content 

Competencies/Skills: Communication (C), Teamwork (TW), Professionalism (P), Career & Self Development (CSD), Critical Thinking (CT), Community Transformation (CTR), Leadership (L), Technology (T)

Computer Skills: Word, Excel, Canva, Social Media & New Technology

Other Skills: Attention to detail, Strong active listening abilities, Willingness to learn new things

Work Schedule: Hours vary depending on workload

Work Conditions: Heat, Cold, Dust, Light Intensity, Humidity

Physical Demands: Keyboarding, Stooping/Kneeling

Number of Positions: 4

Pay Rate: $8.75/hour

Location: Paul Butcher Field/Gym/Hoops/Cages

Additional Comments: Knowledge of softball rules is a must. 

Application Notes: Resumes and applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.