Assistant Baseball Coach: Develop Players & Recruit

Shorter; Rome, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Shorter University in Rome, GA invites applications for the Assistant Baseball Coach role. The candidate will help with student-athlete development, recruiting, and administrative duties while reporting to the Head Baseball Coach.

The position emphasizes NCAA and conference compliance within university guidelines. The role requires coaching or playing experience at the collegiate level, strong baseball knowledge, and the ability to travel for recruiting.

Qualifications

• Previous coaching and/or playing experience at the collegiate level.
• Demonstrated knowledge of baseball fundamentals, player development, and recruiting.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel extensively.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Must be a committed Christian and have an active church membership.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conducting team practices and workouts.
• Provide instruction and skill development for student-athletes in assigned position groups.
• Analyze player performance and develop improvement plans.
• Assist with scouting reports, opponent analysis, and game strategy.
• Support strength and conditioning initiatives in collaboration with strength and conditioning director.
• Identify, evaluate, and recruit prospective student-athletes who meet institutional, athletic, and academic standards.
• Establish and maintain relationships with high school, junior college, travel ball coaches.
• Coordinate recruiting visits and communications with prospects and families.
• Travel as necessary for recruiting and evaluation purposes.
• Assist with scheduling, travel coordination, equipment management, and team logistics.
• Support fundraising activities, camps, clinics, and community engagement efforts.
• Monitor student-athlete academic progress and promote academic success.
• Maintain knowledge of and adherence to NCAA, Conference Carolinas, and University rules and regulations.
• Manage assigned operational areas as directed by the Head Coach.
• Assist with social media, alumni relations, and program promotion.
• Complete required reports and documentation in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Baseball Coach and Athletics Administration.

Skills

Coaching experience

Recruiting

Player development

Communication skills

Team leadership

Job description

Shorter University in Rome, GA invites applications for the Assistant Baseball Coach role. The candidate will help with student-athlete development, recruiting, and administrative duties while reporting to the Head Baseball Coach.

The position emphasizes NCAA and conference compliance within university guidelines. The role requires coaching or playing experience at the collegiate level, strong baseball knowledge, and the ability to travel for recruiting.