Assistant Baseball Coach - Pitching

Job Description Summary

Assist the head coach in the administration and operation of the baseball program consistent with the policies of Miami University, the NCAA, and other appropriate governing bodies (i.e. Mid-American Conference). This position specifically supports the mission of the University and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics by assisting in institutional compliance with NCAA and Conference rules and regulations.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

Identify student athletes to be considered for recruitment

Determine when and where to recruit prospective student athletes

Input in regards to who will be offered scholarships

Facilitate all official and unofficial recruiting visits

Input regarding roster management

Assist in in/out season conditioning program

Ensure locker rooms, equipment and facilities for visiting teams are ready

Train and supervise the team student manager

Maintain knowledge and ensure compliance with NCAA, MAC and University rules and regulations

Enforce departmental policies regarding student-athletes, training and equipment rooms

Monitor and maintain individual student-athlete files to ensure compliance with team and University policies

Meet with students to discuss coursework demands

Inform professors of missed classes due to team travel

Participate in departmental activities to include service on committees and attend all scheduled meetings

Perform other duties as assigned by the athletic administration. 

Additional Associate Head Coach responsibilities: 

Will serve as the recruiting coordinator

Responsible for organizing daily practice schedules & recruiting practice squad, as well as implementing individual improvement plans for every baseball student-athlete

When applicable, will represent the Baseball program at various University and Conference meetings/committees

Provide assistance regarding game strategy

Identify key opponent plays & supervise organization and orchestration of scouting reports

Participate in Athletic funding

Minimum Qualifications Requires a bachelor's degree and experience in recruiting and coaching. 

Preferred Qualifications Desire a master’s degree; experience in teaching baseball skills

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and promote an inclusive work environment

Required Application Documents

resume