Assistant Baseball Coach - Part-Time

Texas A&M University; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M University-Texarkana is seeking an Assistant Baseball Coach (Part-Time) to support the head coach with team administration, practice sessions, conditioning, and student-athlete progress. The role includes recruiting, travel coordination, scheduling, maintaining recruiting databases, and ensuring compliance with NAIA and NCAA rules.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and coaching/playing experience; valid vehicle license; ability to travel and work hours beyond standard

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year coaching and playing experience at high school, collegiate or higher level.
• Experience with NAIA and NCAA rules and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach with routine administrative responsibilities for the program.
• Provide instruction and coaching to student-athletes during practices and games.
• Recruit and scout prospective student-athletes from various institutions.
• Coordinate team travel, schedules, and recruiting databases.
• Ensure compliance with NAIA and NCAA guidelines and maintain rosters.

Skills

Oral and written communication skills

Multitasking

Travel capable

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Database programs

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Baseball Coach - Part-Time Agency Texas A&M University - Texarkana Department University Athletics - Baseball

Job Location

Texarkana, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Assistant Coach provides assistance to the head coach with all areas of team administration and management, including practice sessions, conditioning workouts, monitoring of student-athletes academic progress, and evaluation and recruiting of prospective student-athletes for the team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the head coach and other staff members with routine administrative responsibilities of the assigned sport program and management of the men/women's team.
• Coaches at the direction of the head coach, provide instruction, demonstration and teaching the sport's dynamics to student-athletes to ensure maximum potential of individuals and the team.
• Recruits and scout’s prospective student-athletes from high school, junior and community colleges.
• Makes recommendations to the head coach regarding potential of student-athletes.
• Stay current, understand, and adhere to all NAIA and NCAA guidelines and maintain up-to-date rosters, and other information required by athletic department.
• Will report any violations of these established rules, which may arise, to the proper officials.
• Assist head coach in coordinating team travel, arranging competitive schedule, organizing and scheduling practice sessions, updating and maintaining student-athlete recruiting databases, updating and maintaining files (both hard copy and video) of opponents.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining a comprehensive public relations program.
• Assist in managing the operations of sport camps and/or clinics.
• Assist in baseball fund-raising and booster events in accordance with NAIA, Red River Athletic Conference, and institutional rules, policies, and procedures.
• Establishes and ensures communication and enforcement of rules and regulations concerning student-athlete conduct, appearance, road games, punctuality and other areas.
• Assist in transportation of athletes to/from athletic events, which may include driving a full-size passenger van or other large capacity vehicle.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One (1) year previous high school, collegiate or higher-level coaching and playing experience.
• Experience with NAIA and NCAA rules and compliance.
• Ability to use word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel and work beyond normal office hours.
• Must have a State of Texas or Arkansas class "C" vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
• Acceptable driving record and periodic completion of van safety course.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Physical Requirements

• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Working in all weather conditions, exposure to high noise levels, standing throughout the day, the ability to use a loud voice at practices and events and physical involvement in all practices and workouts with players.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience recruiting potential student athletes at the collegiate level.

Additional Legal and Compliance Information

This position may be required to handle Protected Health Information (PHI) as defined by Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations, in accordance with System policy and is further required to complete FERPA and HIPAA training as a condition of employment, within a reasonable timeframe after employment and on an as‑needed basis thereafter.

Supersvision of Personnel

This position generally does not supervise employees.

Application Deadline

Your application must be submitted no later than August 31, 2026.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Texas A&M University-Texarkana is a comprehensive, regional four-year university nestled on a beautiful 375‑acre, lake‑front campus located in the piney woods of east Texas near the borders of Arkansas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma. A&M‑Texarkana is an ascendant university that offers students an exceptional educational experience both inside and outside the classroom. A&M‑Texarkana offers dozens of academic programs in high demand fields and consistently works with business and industry partners to implement new programs and degrees that meet the needs of the modern job market and prepare graduates for workplace success in their chosen field. The university provides a high-quality education to learners of all ages by providing access to world‑class professors via flexible learning experiences offered online, hybrid, or face‑to‑face. With more than 40 student organizations, Greek life, intramural sports, leadership programs, 17 intercollegiate sports, and volunteer organizations, all students are encouraged to Think BIG, Dream BIG, and Do BIG.

Texas A&M System Equal Opportunity Statement

The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.