Johnson comes from NCAA Division II, Slippery Rock University where he acted as the head softball coach from 2002-2011. As head coach, Johnson's teams have broken over 42 school records in 8 years, compiled a record of 174-166, and have made appearances in both the NCAA and Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference tournaments. His 174 wins are the most in an eight-year span in Slippery Rock history. Johnson was the program's all-time leader in coaching victories for softball.

Johnson received a Bachelor of Arts degree in African American history and political science from Morris College in Sumter, South Carolina in 2000. He was a four-time All-Eastern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference performer on the baseball team and still holds the school record for career home runs. Johnson continued his education at Salem University, where he received his MBA in international business in 2011. Johnson has also served in the U.S. Marines and is a Desert Storm veteran.

Johnson has a commitment to higher education and the success of student athletes. He plans to develop his players on the field, in the classroom, and through involvement in the community. In addition to his softball duties, Johnson will be involved in athletic administration.