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Assistant Coach roles at U.S. colleges, professional clubs, and sports academies qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a relevant bachelor's degree. The E-3 has no lottery and renews every two years, giving you long-term stability that H-1B visa holders don't have.
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*** Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University of Hawai'i may apply for Casual Hire positions, which include administrative, professional, and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular Board of Regents (BOR) and Civil Service employees (i.e. paid holidays/leave). Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees, and up to 1 calendar year for part-time employees.
Title: (CASUAL) Assistant Coach - Softball II
Hiring Unit: Athletics
Position: *** Casual Hire ***
Location: UH Hilo
Date Posted: July 23, 2026
Closing Date: July 30, 2026
Salary: $5,000/season
Full time/Part time: Part-time, no more than 19 hours a week
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
Other Conditions: Casual Hire temporary appointment is expected to begin August 2026, or soon thereafter. Not to exceed one year.
Duties:
- Assists the Head Coach and Softball program with:
a. Developing a program that will be competitive in the Pacific West Conference.
b. Successfully recruiting and retaining academically and athletically motivated student athletes who will have a positive impact on the program and campus.
c. Planning, scheduling, and conducting team practices and workouts.
d. Preparing annual (conference and non-conference) scheduled for submission to the Director of Athletics.
e. Managing all aspects of home contests, including coordination of facilities and officials.
f. Organizing clinics and participating in community projects.
g. Making travel arrangements for entire travel party.
i. Work with Associate Director on flight arrangements by preparing dates, times, and number of seats required.
ii. Make lodging and rental car reservations.
iii. Provide necessary documentation to office staff for the processing of travel requests/completions. - Responsible for ordering, keeping inventory and maintenance of uniforms, supplies, and equipment.
- Responsible for field maintenance and field improvement.
- Responsible for coordinating the program's fundraising activities and the outreach of alumni.
- Responsible for completing and submitting all required compliance forms and timely submission of CARA and recruit logs.
- Know and abide by the rules, regulations and policies of the University of Hawaii, the Athletics Department, the Pacific West Conference, and the NCAA.
- Perform other duties/functions as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in any field; or any equivalent combination of education and/or coaching experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
- Two (2) years of experience in coaching Softball at the collegiate level.
- Proficient in Google Docs, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to travel in-state and out-of-state.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Prior NCAA DII coaching experience.
- Experience coaching Softball at the collegiate level in an Assistant Coach position.
To Apply:
issued from an institution outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant. All requested documents/information become the property of the University. All minimum qualifications must be met by the closing date. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Failure to submit all required documents and reference information shall deem an application to be incomplete.
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Inquiries:
Aisha Sueda, aishas@hawaii.edu
Please refer to the Softball Assistant Coach (II) Casual Hire position when making inquiries.
EEO, Clery Act, ADA
The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
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Frame your credentials for specialty occupation
Your Australian coaching qualification must demonstrate that a bachelor's degree in physical education, kinesiology, or a related field is a standard requirement for the role. General athletic experience alone won't satisfy the specialty occupation threshold the DOL and USCIS apply.
Target programs with existing visa infrastructure
NCAA Division I and II athletic departments, MLS academies, and professional franchises regularly sponsor international staff and have HR teams that know the LCA process. Smaller club programs may want to sponsor you but lack the payroll and compliance setup to file.
Request your employer file the LCA before signing
The Labor Condition Application must be certified by the DOL before your consulate appointment. Ask the athletic director or HR team to initiate the LCA filing as soon as you have a verbal offer, not after your contract is countersigned.
Clarify your employment structure upfront
Part-time, seasonal, and graduate assistant coaching roles create complications because the E-3 visa requires a bona fide employer-employee relationship with a fixed wage. Confirm your offer letter reflects full-time hours and a salaried or hourly rate that meets prevailing wage before your interview.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the paperwork
Once you have a coaching offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end. This is particularly useful if your employer's HR team has never sponsored an E-3 before and needs a guided process.
Prepare for intent questions specific to coaching careers
Consular officers sometimes probe whether you plan to pursue permanent residency through coaching roles tied to universities. Have a clear, honest account of your career goals and your ties to Australia ready before your appointment at Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth.
E-3 Visa Assistant Coach: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Assistant Coach jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Search Migrate Mate to filter Assistant Coach roles by employers who have sponsored E-3 or similar specialty visas. Many athletic departments don't advertise sponsorship availability in job postings, so targeting employers with a track record of international staff hiring is more effective than filtering by visa mention alone.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an Assistant Coach role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
It can, but the position must require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as kinesiology, sport science, or physical education. Roles where experience substitutes for a degree, or where no specific field of study is required, are harder to support. The job description and offer letter both need to reflect a genuine degree requirement.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Assistant Coach positions?
The E-3 is available only to Australian citizens and has no lottery, so you can apply at any time of year without competing for a slot. H-1B requires passing a random lottery with roughly a one-in-four chance of selection. For Australian coaches, the E-3 is a direct path that avoids the uncertainty and annual wait cycle the H-1B requires.
Can I change coaching employers while on an E-3 visa?
Yes, but the new employer must file a fresh LCA and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp before re-entering the U.S. if your current stamp has expired. You can start work for the new employer after the LCA is certified and you have documentary evidence of the new position, though many coaches get a new stamp to avoid any ambiguity at the border.