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Head Softball Coach jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship exist primarily at universities and colleges that structure the role around a bachelor's degree in kinesiology, sports science, or a related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, sponsoring your status for up to three years.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Worcester, MA
Category: Staff and Administrators
Job Type: Full-time - Exempt
Posted On: Tue Oct 27 2026
Job Description:
Clark University seeks a Head Softball Coach who brings a competitive spirit, a love of the game, and a talent for bringing out the best in student-athletes. Leading the Cougars in NCAA Division III's New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference (NEWMAC), you'll guide all aspects of the program, from recruiting and player development to game strategy and team culture.
You'll join a university where athletics is a significant part of campus life: nearly one in five undergraduates competes on one of Clark's 17 varsity teams. Located in Worcester, Massachusetts, Clark combines the personal connections of a small university with the opportunities of a research institution. It's a place to coach students with ambitions on the field and beyond, supported by a community that takes pride in both.
Major Responsibilities
- Develop and lead a competitive softball program that supports student-athletes' athletic development, academic success, and personal growth.
- Plan and administer recruiting activities, including identifying and evaluating prospective student-athletes, developing recruiting strategies and materials, and maintaining contact with recruits.
- Recruit student-athletes who can compete successfully at the NCAA Division III level and succeed academically at Clark.
- Develop season plans, lead practices, and manage game preparation and strategy.
- Develop and implement conditioning programs that support player development and readiness for competition.
- Establish clear expectations for teamwork, conduct, and accountability, and address violations of team and University rules and policies.
- Meet with student-athletes throughout the season and conduct postseason meetings to review performance, development, and goals.
- Ensure appropriate safety precautions during practices, games, and team travel.
- Work with athletics administrators to manage program resources within established budgets.
- Maintain accurate recruiting and program records, and communicate program activities, needs, and concerns with athletics leadership.
- Build effective working relationships with colleagues across the University to support the program and the student-athlete experience.
- Conduct all program activities in accordance with NCAA Division III, NEWMAC, and Clark University rules, policies, and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree, Master's preferred
- 3-5 years of coaching experience, required
- Knowledge and passion for the sport of softball
- Possess valid driver's license
- CPR, AED and First Aid certifications are required
- Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and communicate with student athletes
- Commitment and dedication to academic success
- Strong organizational and developmental skills
- Ability to work with a diverse population
- Ability to conduct practices and manage game strategy
Additional Information:
Expected Hiring Range: $61,700 to $70,600
Pay Transparency Disclosure:
The compensation for this position will be determined based on factors that include available budget, internal equity, and the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, education, and other job-related credentials. This range represents Clark University's good-faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting consistent with Clark's compensation philosophy and internal alignment.
At Clark University we believe that diversity of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds leads to a more innovative and productive work environment. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to join our team and contribute their unique ideas to help us achieve our goals.
Clark University offers a generous benefit package for full and, if applicable, part-time employees that include; paid time off, generous retirement plan, group health and dental insurance, life insurance, and tuition, along with use of many campus amenities. For a complete list of benefits for eligible employees visit here.
To review the Clark University Police Department Annual Security and Fire Safety Report visit here.
Location: Worcester, MA
Category: Staff and Administrators
Job Type: Full-time - Exempt
Posted On: Tue Oct 27 2026
Job Description:
Clark University seeks a Head Softball Coach who brings a competitive spirit, a love of the game, and a talent for bringing out the best in student-athletes. Leading the Cougars in NCAA Division III's New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference (NEWMAC), you'll guide all aspects of the program, from recruiting and player development to game strategy and team culture.
You'll join a university where athletics is a significant part of campus life: nearly one in five undergraduates competes on one of Clark's 17 varsity teams. Located in Worcester, Massachusetts, Clark combines the personal connections of a small university with the opportunities of a research institution. It's a place to coach students with ambitions on the field and beyond, supported by a community that takes pride in both.
Major Responsibilities
- Develop and lead a competitive softball program that supports student-athletes' athletic development, academic success, and personal growth.
- Plan and administer recruiting activities, including identifying and evaluating prospective student-athletes, developing recruiting strategies and materials, and maintaining contact with recruits.
- Recruit student-athletes who can compete successfully at the NCAA Division III level and succeed academically at Clark.
- Develop season plans, lead practices, and manage game preparation and strategy.
- Develop and implement conditioning programs that support player development and readiness for competition.
- Establish clear expectations for teamwork, conduct, and accountability, and address violations of team and University rules and policies.
- Meet with student-athletes throughout the season and conduct postseason meetings to review performance, development, and goals.
- Ensure appropriate safety precautions during practices, games, and team travel.
- Work with athletics administrators to manage program resources within established budgets.
- Maintain accurate recruiting and program records, and communicate program activities, needs, and concerns with athletics leadership.
- Build effective working relationships with colleagues across the University to support the program and the student-athlete experience.
- Conduct all program activities in accordance with NCAA Division III, NEWMAC, and Clark University rules, policies, and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree, Master's preferred
- 3-5 years of coaching experience, required
- Knowledge and passion for the sport of softball
- Possess valid driver's license
- CPR, AED and First Aid certifications are required
- Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and communicate with student athletes
- Commitment and dedication to academic success
- Strong organizational and developmental skills
- Ability to work with a diverse population
- Ability to conduct practices and manage game strategy
Additional Information:
Expected Hiring Range: $61,700 to $70,600
Pay Transparency Disclosure:
The compensation for this position will be determined based on factors that include available budget, internal equity, and the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, education, and other job-related credentials. This range represents Clark University's good-faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting consistent with Clark's compensation philosophy and internal alignment.
At Clark University we believe that diversity of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds leads to a more innovative and productive work environment. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to join our team and contribute their unique ideas to help us achieve our goals.
Clark University offers a generous benefit package for full and, if applicable, part-time employees that include; paid time off, generous retirement plan, group health and dental insurance, life insurance, and tuition, along with use of many campus amenities. For a complete list of benefits for eligible employees visit here.
To review the Clark University Police Department Annual Security and Fire Safety Report visit here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Head Softball Coach
Frame your credentials around degree requirements
Your H-1B visa petition depends on the role qualifying as a specialty occupation. Pull your official transcripts and document how your degree in kinesiology, physical education, or sports science directly maps to the coaching duties the employer lists in the job description.
Target NCAA Division I and II programs
Four-year colleges and universities with dedicated athletics departments are the employers most likely to structure a Head Softball Coach role around degree-level responsibilities, making H-1B sponsorship viable. Athletic conferences at the Division I and II levels have the institutional infrastructure to handle petition filing.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter for Head Softball Coach openings at employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history. Migrate Mate surfaces DOL Labor Condition Application data by employer and role so you can prioritize programs that have sponsored this position before.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer must certify your salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for coaches in your work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 27-2022 and your specific metro area before you negotiate, so your offer clears the LCA threshold without delays.
Confirm a separate LCA for each campus worksite
If your coaching duties include travel to affiliated facilities, practice sites, or satellite campuses, each distinct worksite requires its own certified LCA. Raise this with your employer's HR or immigration counsel before the I-129 is filed to avoid a compliance gap mid-season.
Use O*NET to document specialty occupation duties
USCIS adjudicators scrutinize coaching petitions. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Coaches and Scouts and extract the tasks that require applied knowledge from a specific degree field. Build your support letter around those duties to strengthen the specialty occupation argument.
H-1B Visa Head Softball Coach: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Head Softball Coach role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Not automatically. The position qualifies only when the employer structures it to require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as kinesiology, sports science, or exercise physiology. Universities that list a specific degree as a minimum requirement in the job posting have a much stronger case with USCIS than programs that treat the degree as preferred or substitutable with experience.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Head Softball Coach positions?
NCAA Division I and Division II colleges and universities are the most common sponsors because they have dedicated HR and legal teams familiar with H-1B filings and frame coaching roles around degree-level athletic science duties. Some junior colleges and private universities also sponsor, particularly when recruiting internationally credentialed coaches. Browse employers with verified filing history on Migrate Mate to narrow your search.
How long does H-1B status last for a Head Softball Coach?
USCIS grants initial H-1B status for up to three years, and your employer can file an extension for an additional three years, reaching a six-year maximum. Beyond six years, continued H-1B status typically requires an approved immigrant petition or a qualifying green card application already in progress.
What happens to my H-1B status if the athletic program cuts the position mid-season?
Your H-1B status is tied to that specific employer and role. If the position is eliminated, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, change to another visa status, or depart the country. A new employer would need to file a fresh I-129 petition and certified LCA before you can begin work for them.
Can my employer use a single LCA if I coach at multiple campus facilities?
No. Each worksite where you spend regular working time requires its own certified Labor Condition Application. If your coaching duties include a practice facility, stadium, or affiliated campus that differs from the primary address on the original LCA, your employer must file a separate LCA for each location and post the required notices before you work there.