Assistant Baseball Coach

Missouri Western State University; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 38,572; Part time

Job summary

Missouri Western State University in Saint Joseph, Missouri is seeking a Part-time Assistant Baseball Coach to support the Head Coach in building a competitive program. The role involves recruiting student-athletes from high schools and colleges and coaching players for specific positions on the team.

Located in St. Joseph, the university participates in NCAA Division II and competes in the MIAA and GLVC conferences.

Qualifications

• Coaching experience at the collegiate level preferred.
• Knowledge of NCAA and MIAA rules advantageous.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coaching, organization, and development of a collegiate athletic program.
• Support planning and execution of baseball program details.
• Handle practice planning, data and video management, and team logistics.

Skills

Batting practice

First Aid/CPR

Driver's license

Job description

MoWest announces a search for a Part-time Assistant Baseball Coach to join our Athletics Department. The Assistant Baseball Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Baseball Coach with all facets of creating a successful baseball program. The Assistant Baseball Coach will recruit talented student- athletes from high schools and colleges, and will coach student-athletes for specific positions within the baseball team.

Located in St. Joseph, Missouri, just 45 minutes north of Kansas City, Missouri Western is a NCAA Division II institution, which successfully competes in the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association ( MIAA ) in 16 sports and Great Lakes Valley Conference ( GLVC ) in 1 sport.

• Assists with the coaching, organization, administration and development of a successful collegiate athletic program.
• Assists in the planning and implementation of details in all aspects of the Baseball program.
• Focuses on operations including but not limited to practice planning, data and video management, and team logistics.
• Assists in facility maintenance.
• Monitor the mental and physical health of student-athletes.
• Assist in monitoring the academic performance of student-athletes.
• Recruit and build relationships with prospects that are identified by the staff as good fits for MWSU via phone, text and in person communications.
• Organize and produce scouting reports on opponents in a manner determined by head coach.
• Represents the University at campus, alumni and community functions.
• Ability to travel to on and off campus games, work alternative work schedules, including evenings and weekends
• Comply with all rules and regulations of the NCAA , the MIAA , Missouri Western State University, as well as those of the team.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be able to throw batting practice and hit fungos.
• CPR /First Aid/ AED training
• A valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous baseball coaching or playing experience at the collegiate level

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the fundamentals of the sport.
• Knowledge of the specific skills required for each position.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Ability to develop relationships with student-athletes and prospective recruits.
• Ability to coach student-athletes.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs and other general office equipment.
• Organized thinker with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work as well as concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously

Physical Demands

Physical Demands Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Additional Demands

• This position may require nights/weekends.
• Generally works in an office or an indoor or outdoor sports environment.
• May be exposed to the loud noise of an audience at games.
• May be exposed to inclement weather conditions and extreme temperatures.
• Position requires heavy physical activity, and the ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.
• Required to use close vision and be able to focus.
• Regularly required to talk and hear; frequently required to sit, stand, and bend at the knee and waist, and walk.
• Must be able to have repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement to type and work on computer.
• Must have finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination to work on computer, telephone, and related office equipment.

Hours of Work

• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function
• Regular travel is required
• Regular nighttime and weekend work is required
• Varied hours
• This is a 9 month position; working August 16 through May 16

Posting Number PT055P

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date 08/17/2026

Open Date 07/22/2026

Priority Deadline Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions Summary

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a valid current driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
• * What is your highest level of education attained?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * How many years of experience do you have coaching this sport?

  (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Professional References (3-5 with contact information)

Optional Documents

• Transcripts (unofficial)