Minor League Bench Coach — Player Development

Ilitch Sports + Entertainment

Lakeland (FL)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

The Bench Coach with the Detroit Tigers Minor League staff contributes to player development and game preparation, working with the manager, hitting coach, pitching coach, performance staff, and player development leadership to implement individualized plans and ensure consistent instruction.

Two openings exist, one in Lakeland, FL and one in Grand Rapids, MI, with responsibilities including on-field coaching, video review, use of development technologies, travel as directed, and collaboration

Qualifications

Proven ability to lead and manage teams.
Spanish fluency preferred.
Exceptional written and verbal communication.
Ability to manage multiple complex projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Assist in implementing and executing comprehensive, individualized player plans.
Provide position-specific defensive instruction to Minor League players.
Support development plans with drills, video review, and progress tracking.
Maintain strong communication with manager, coaches, coordinators, trainers, and strength staff.
Provide on-field support in-game and pre-game (base coaching, fungoes, BP).
Participate in staff meetings, player evaluations, and organizational development sessions.
Contribute to practice planning, scheduling, and daily team operations.
Operate player-development technologies and resources (video systems, tracking tools).
Prepare opponent game prep information and advance reports.
Travel as directed to support Tigers Minor League affiliates.