Baseball Assistant Coach — Recruiting, Camps & Program Ops

Indian Hills Community College; Centerville (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Hills Community College in Centerville, IA, seeks a primary lead for recruiting prospective student-athletes for baseball, performing off-campus evaluations and home visits, and coordinating campus visits for recruits. The role supports the Head Baseball Coach with scheduling, travel, and equipment, and oversees baseball grounds maintenance.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) and college coaching experience, with NJCAA rules knowledge, strong communication skills, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferred. Relevant coursework/formal training required.
• Prior coaching experience, college level experience including recruiting and camps/clinics preferred.
• Academic advising experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, knowledge of and commitment to student athlete development and demonstrated knowledge of baseball.
• Knowledge of computer information systems including social media platforms.
• Knowledge of NJCAA rules and regulations.
• Must have experience or related experience in supervision of young people.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities through the Head Baseball Coach.
• Assist with strength and conditioning program.
• Assist with JV program as assigned by head coach.
• Assist the head coach on varsity game days.
• Assist in the recruitment of players for the team. Includes overnight, weekend, and out-of-state travel.
• Responsible for maintenance of baseball grounds and surrounding areas as assigned by head coach, including summer fieldwork (water/mow/weed-eat/trash pickup, etc.).
• Assist with maintenance and supervision of the Multi-Purpose building, weight room, and locker room as assigned by the head coach.
• Assist with summer try-outs as necessary.
• Assist with annual baseball camps and activities as assigned.
• Assist with fund-raising activities throughout the year. This includes week night and weekend activities.
• Provide instruction to baseball student-athletes on the fundamentals, details and strategies of baseball as assigned by the Head Coach.
• Coach players individually or in groups, demonstrating techniques of the sport.
• Provide academic support and guidance to student athletes.
• Counsel student-athletes in sport participation, personal development and academics.
• Attend all games and practices as directed by the head coach.
• Scout opposing teams as assigned.
• Adhere to all policies and regulations of the Indian Hills Athletic Department, Indian Hills Community College, the Iowa Community College Athletic Conference and the National Junior College Athletic Association.
• Supervise baseball equipment.
• Dress act, and represent Indian Hills Community College appropriately at all athletic events, practices, and activities.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance at work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Student athlete development

Baseball knowledge

Supervision of youth

Social media platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Relevant coursework/training

Tools

CDL

Job description

Indian Hills Community College in Centerville, IA, seeks a primary lead for recruiting prospective student-athletes for baseball, performing off-campus evaluations and home visits, and coordinating campus visits for recruits. The role supports the Head Baseball Coach with scheduling, travel, and equipment, and oversees baseball grounds maintenance.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) and college coaching experience, with NJCAA rules knowledge, strong communication skills, and