Baseball Assistant Coach/ JV/ Pitching

Bethel University; McKenzie (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Bethel University in McKenzie, Tennessee, is seeking an Assistant Baseball Coach/Pitching Coach for its baseball program. The role involves supporting the Head Coach in developing players, organizing practices, and ensuring academic accountability among athletes. This dual responsibility includes pitching instruction and leading the junior varsity team.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree, coaching experience, and a strong commitment to player development and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Related work experience in coaching baseball.
• 5 years of experience as a high school/collegiate coach.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach in planning, organizing, and conducting practices and games.
• Teach and reinforce baseball fundamentals and team strategies.
• Monitor academic progress of student-athletes.
• Develop and implement pitching instruction and training programs.
• Lead and supervise the junior varsity baseball team.

Skills

Baseball fundamentals

Coaching strategies

Player development

Teamwork

Sports management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

Purpose of Position and Scope of Responsibility

The Assistant Baseball Coach / Pitching Coach / JV Coach supports the Head Baseball Coach in developing a successful baseball program that promotes skill development, sportsmanship, discipline, teamwork, academic accountability, and character growth among student‑athletes. This position is responsible for assisting with all aspects of the varsity and junior varsity baseball programs, with a primary emphasis on pitching development, player instruction, practice organization, and game preparation.

Under the general direction of the Vice President of Athletics.

Under the direct supervision of the Head Baseball Coach.

Works as needed.

Principal Accountabilities/Responsibilities

Assistant Baseball Coach

• Assist the Head Coach in planning, organizing, and conducting practices and games.
• Teach and reinforce baseball fundamentals, team strategies, and proper sportsmanship.
• Help monitor academic progress, attendance, and conduct of student‑athletes.
• Assist with supervision of athletes during practices, games, travel, and team activities.
• Support off‑season recruiting, conditioning, player development, and program growth.
• Ensure compliance with university and athletic policies and regulations.
• Promote a positive team culture and serve as a role model for student‑athletes.
• Assist with equipment management, field maintenance, and game‑day operations.
• Communicate effectively with players, coaching staff, and administration.

Pitching Coach Responsibilities

• Develop and implement pitching instruction and training programs.
• Teach proper pitching mechanics, arm care, velocity development, command, and mental approach.
• Monitor pitcher workload, recovery, and injury prevention practices.
• Evaluate pitchers and assist with pitching rotations and in‑game management.
• Analyze player performance and provide individualized feedback for improvement.
• Coordinate bullpen sessions, warm‑up routines, and pitching drills.
• Work collaboratively with catchers and defensive staff to support game strategy.

Junior Varsity (JV) Coach Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the junior varsity baseball team under the direction of the Head Coach.
• Focus on player development and preparation for advancement to the varsity level.
• Organize JV practices, lineups, and game strategies.
• Evaluate player progress and communicate development plans to athletes and varsity staff.
• Foster fundamentals, teamwork, accountability, and sportsmanship at the developmental level.
• Assist with coordination between JV and varsity programs to ensure program continuity.

Additional Expectations

• Maintain professionalism and represent the university/community positively at all times.
• Attend coaches’ meetings, clinics, and professional development opportunities as required.
• Support the overall vision and goals of the baseball program.
• Perform related accountabilities/responsibilities as required or directed.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge/Education

• Bachelor’s Degree

Experience

• Related work experience in coaching baseball

Desired Qualifications

Knowledge/Education

• Master’s Degree

Experience

• 5 years of experience as a high school/collegiate coach

Physical Requirements

Work requires moderate physical exertion (up to 50 pounds) on a continuous basis (over 50% of time); or heavy physical exertion (over 50 pounds) on a frequent basis (up to 50% of time).

Environmental Conditions

Work involves intermittent to occasional exposure to unpleasant working conditions or undesirable elements; may involve some contact with potentially hazardous or harmful elements in providing administrative or support services.