Assistant Baseball Coach

Berea-College; Berea (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Berea College Athletics in Berea, KY is seeking a part-time Assistant Baseball Coach (Pitching Coach) to assist the head coach in managing a NCAA Division III program. The role requires regular attendance and the ability to perform essential duties with flexibility for evenings and weekends during the season.

The ideal candidate will have collegiate coaching experience, a Bachelor's degree preferred, and a commitment to Berea College's mission and NCAA DIII philosophy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Demonstrated successful coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate level.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification is required or must be maintained.
• Driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching and instruction to student-athletes participating in the program.
• Assist the head coach with administrative duties and program oversight as directed.
• Support the head coach; recruit new student-athletes within NCAA Division III guidelines.
• Support the academic progress of all team members.
• Demonstrate leadership, sportsmanship and conduct representative of Berea College Athletics.
• Maintain compliance with conference and national athletic rules.
• Assist with facility upkeep and maintenance.
• Attend meetings and ensure compliance with College policies.
• Mentor and develop a positive culture for student-athletes.

Skills

Coaching baseball

Student-athlete relations

Policy compliance

Integrity

Flexible hours

Berea College mission

NCAA DIII familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

CPR/AED/First Aid

Driver’s license

Job description

This is a part-time position. As Assistant Baseball Coach (Pitching Coach): responsible for assisting the head coach with managing all aspects of an NCAA Division III athletic program. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Regular and predictable attendance is essential. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Provide coaching and instruction to student-athletes participating in the program;
• Assist the head coach with administrative duties and program oversight as directed;
• Support the head coach;
• Assist with actively recruiting new student-athletes to the program within Berea College and NCAA Division III guidelines;
• Support the academic progress of all team members;
• Demonstrate leadership, sportsmanship and conduct representative of the coaching profession and Berea College Athletics;
• Maintain compliance with rules and regulations of all conference and national athletic affiliations;
• Assist with general facility upkeep and maintenance;
• Complete the annual NCAA coach’s rules test;
• Attend college and departmental meetings as required;
• Ensure student-athlete compliance with all College policies applicable to all students;
• Mentor and develop a positive culture for student-athletes.
• Related duties as assigned by the head coach.

Other roles/duties will be assigned as necessary to assist the College in the attainment of the goals set forth and the enhancement of a positive, respectful learning environment for all staff, faculty and students.

Education required to ensure success in this position:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience required to ensure success in this position:

• Demonstrated successful coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate level.

Special skills, knowledge and abilities:

• Outstanding knowledge in teaching and coaching baseball.
• Ability to work with and relate well to student-athletes.
• Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures.
• Strong personal work ethic and a high level of personal integrity.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Understanding and agreement with the mission and Great Commitments of Berea College.
• Familiarity with the NCAA Division III philosophy.

License, certification, or registration necessary:

• CPR/AED/First Aid;
• Driver’s license.
• For any certifications not possessed upon hire, certifications must be promptly attained and regularly maintained.

Physical requirements:

• Some heavy lifting;
• Ability to move freely throughout a four-floor, 106,996 square foot athletic and recreation facility, as well as all outdoor athletic facilities.
• It is expected that the individual in this position will work at times other than, or in addition to, normal business hours and days, including attendance at numerous evening and weekend athletic events. This is especially true during the sport season. Some travel is required.

Environmental conditions:

• Mostly outdoor. Work is primarily performed on a baseball field or in an indoor facility under general supervision.

Ability to operate the following vehicles or equipment:

• Standard computer hardware and software applications;
• Be able to drive a 12-passenger van.