Assistant Baseball Coach

About the role

The Assistant Coach is responsible for supporting the Head Coach in providing leadership, vision, and strategic planning for the baseball team. The main role is to assist with designated responsibilities while adhering to all NCAA, CACC, and Post University policies, sportsmanship guidelines, and code of conduct. The Assistant Coach represents the school in a positive manner and sets the example for the best possible game environment.

Responsibilities

• Coach and develop an assigned player group (candidate must have relative coaching or playing experience in the assigned area)
• Develop the daily practice plan in conjunction with the Head Coach
• Implement Rapsodo pitching or hitting unit to aid with player development
• Utilize the in-game video system (Synergy) to assist with scouting, player development, and recruiting
• Organize, track, and improve metrics of relative data for position players or pitchers
• Oversee all strength training workouts and work with the strength staff to develop strength training and mobility programs for student-athletes
• Identify potential prospects, travel to evaluate them, and contact potential recruits to gain their interest
• Set up on-campus visits and be present for them; communicate with the Head Coach about recruits
• Create pre-game and post-game scouting reports on each opponent using the Head Coach's template, meeting provided deadlines
• Aid in all fundraising activities of the athletic department and baseball program
• Develop CARA reports for all players in the program
• Contribute to pre-practice setup and post-practice cleanup
• Assist with the organization of equipment and washing uniforms and loops
• Coordinate team meals when necessary
• Ensure all equipment is transported to and from practice and competition sites
• Record and turn in all compliance paperwork in a timely manner, including recruiting logs, financial aid/NLI request forms, and playing and practice records
• Drive the team van to and from contests, pre-season practices, or tournaments as needed
• Attend the annual athletic awards banquet, CACC conference meetings, all-star balloting or voting meetings, and all Post University Athletic Department meetings
• Complete additional tasks as assigned throughout the year

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Collegiate coaching and/or playing experience required
• Familiarity with Fast Draw, Microsoft Office, Synergy and/or video editing
• Proven leadership ability
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, student-athletes, potential recruits, and their families
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Qualifications

• Must comply with all NCAA rules and regulations
• Must be on time for all job-related activities
• Must dress in proper attire for games, practices, and recruiting functions
• Must meet deadlines when requested
• Must handle all tasks with respect and consideration for others
• Must comply with instructions given by all supervisors

Schedule

20-26 hours per week