Assistant Baseball Coach - Part-Time

Texas A&M University; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M University-Texarkana is seeking a part-time Assistant Baseball Coach to assist in team management, recruit student-athletes, and ensure adherence to NAIA guidelines. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and coaching experience. This role involves multitasking and effective communication, with responsibilities extending to team travel and public relations.

Qualifications

• One year previous coaching and playing experience required.
• General knowledge of NAIA and NCAA rules.

Responsibilities

• Assist head coach with team administration and management.
• Recruit and scout prospective student-athletes.
• Coordinate team travel and practice sessions.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master’s Degree

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Database programs

Job description

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Assistant Baseball Coach - Part-Time

Apply locations Texarkana, TX time type Part time posted on Posted 5 Days Ago job requisition id R-083855

Job Title

Assistant Baseball Coach - Part-Time

Agency

Texas A&M University - Texarkana

Department

University Athletics - Baseball

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

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 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.
• This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

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.
• General knowledge of NAIA and NCAA rules.
• Knowledge of 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.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:

This position generally does not supervise employees.

To be considered for this position, your application must be submitted no later than May 17, 2025.

To apply: Upload your cover letter, resume and 3 professional reference's contact information with one reference being a supervisor/manager in the questionnaire section of your application.

Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to “revise” or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application, you may contact [e-mail]

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

About Us

As a member of The Texas A&M University System, Texas A&M University-Texarkana is a comprehensive regional university that provides students with academically challenging, engaging, and rewarding educational experiences through quality teaching, scholarship, student support services, co-curricular programming, research, and service.

Through the personal attention of our faculty and staff, students are afforded the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, abilities, and skills to become leaders in their chosen professions and to prepare for the opportunities of serving in a global environment.

A&M–Texarkana began in 1971 as part of East Texas State University and joined The Texas A&M University System in 1996. Our 375-acre campus, which opened in 2008, is near beautiful Bringle Lake in Texarkana, Texas, in a region known as the Ark-La-Tex.

With a commitment to academic excellence, student success, and community leadership, A&M-Texarkana is comprised of three academic colleges: education and liberal arts; business; and science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The university accommodates students by offering flexible class schedules, web-based courses, and online degree programs.

A&M-Texarkana is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Red River Athletic Conference, with men’s and women’s soccer, men’s and women’s tennis, baseball, and softball programs.

The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of eleven universities, seven state agencies and a comprehensive health science center. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each individual employee. Equal opportunity and access will be provided throughout the A&M System to all students, employees, and prospective employees.

Employment opportunities for all A&M System members and locations are updated daily and posted on this searchable website.

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

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