Assistant Baseball Coach - Pitching Coach

Position Summary

The Assistant Baseball Coach works under the supervision of the Head Baseball Coach. This role is responsible for assisting in the comprehensive day-to-day operations of the collegiate baseball program. Candidates are required to excel in communication skills, punctuality, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Irregular work hours such as weekends, holidays, and evenings are to be expected.

Responsibilities

• Aid in designing and implementing practice plans and training sessions focused on skill development, strength conditioning, and strategy.
• Provide individualized coaching and feedback to studentathletes to enhance their technical proficiency, tactical awareness, and overall performance.
• Collaborate with the coaching staff to identify areas for improvement and tailor training programs to address specific needs.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive environment that promotes personal growth, teamwork, and accountability.
• Assist in scouting opponents, analyzing game footage, and developing game plans and strategies.
• Help coordinate pregame warmups, infield/outfield practice, and other game day preparations.
• Provide in-game support to players and coaches.
• Assist with ingame decision-making and adjustments based on opponent tendencies and game situations.
• Assist in the recruitment of studentathletes by evaluating talent, attending showcases, and building relationships with high school coaches and prospects.
• Participate in campus visits, tours, and recruiting events to showcase the university and the baseball program.
• Maintain a database of prospective studentathletes and track their academic and athletic progress.
• Communicate effectively with recruits and their families to convey the opportunities available at Avila University.
• Monitor the academic progress and performance of studentathletes, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Collaborate with academic advisors, tutors, and support services to ensure studentathletes are meeting eligibility requirements and academic goals.
• Emphasize the importance of academic success and personal responsibility both on and off the field.
• Help create a positive and inclusive team culture that emphasizes sportsmanship, discipline, and respect.
• Aid in team travel arrangements, equipment management, and facility scheduling.
• Collaborate with athletic department staff on fundraising, community outreach, and promotional activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Athletic Director.

Qualifications

• Collegiate baseball playing and/or coaching experience.
• Bachelor’s degree, required.
• Master’s degree, preferred.
• NAIA and/or private, value-based University experience preferred.
• Irregular work hours such as weekends, holidays, and evenings are to be expected.
• Multilingual skills highly preferred.
• Ability to contribute to a climate that supports a diverse student body, serves first-generation college students, multilingual learners, and contributions to equity and social justice through their work.