Assistant Baseball Coach

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Job Summary

The Assistant Baseball Coach supports all aspects of the Millsaps Baseball program. The major area of responsibility includes recruitment of student athletes and supporting the head coach in planning and executing practice and game plans. This position reports directly to the Head Baseball Coach.

This is an on-site position in Jackson, MS with regular daily office hours and requires regular evening and weekend work and travel. Compensation for this position includes a stipend, meal and campus housing.

Job Duties

• Recruit and evaluate high school and college student athletes in accordance with college admission and NCAA Division III guidelines
• Comprehend and practice the NCAA Division III philosophy emphasizing quality educational experience and academic success
• Assist in the planning of and preparation for team practice sessions
• Assist in coaching and developing the Junior Varsity (JV) baseball team, including planning practices, managing game-day responsibilities, and supporting player development
• Assist with the coordination of team travel and logistics, including vehicles, lodging, and meals
• Plan visit days for prospective students
• Monitoring student athlete academic progress by student athletes involving grade reports, study skill development, and counseling
• Assist with field maintenance and upkeep
• Game preparation and field set up

Job Summary

The Assistant Baseball Coach supports all aspects of the Millsaps Baseball program. The major area of responsibility includes recruitment of student athletes and supporting the head coach in planning and executing practice and game plans. This position reports directly to the Head Baseball Coach.

This is an on-site position in Jackson, MS with regular daily office hours and requires regular evening and weekend work and travel. Compensation for this position includes a stipend, meal and campus housing.

Job Duties

• Recruit and evaluate high school and college student athletes in accordance with college admission and NCAA Division III guidelines
• Comprehend and practice the NCAA Division III philosophy emphasizing quality educational experience and academic success
• Assist in the planning of and preparation for team practice sessions
• Assist in coaching and developing the Junior Varsity (JV) baseball team, including planning practices, managing game-day responsibilities, and supporting player development
• Assist with the coordination of team travel and logistics, including vehicles, lodging, and meals
• Plan visit days for prospective students
• Monitoring student athlete academic progress by student athletes involving grade reports, study skill development, and counseling
• Assist with field maintenance and upkeep
• Game preparation and field set up
• Assist in scouting opponents
• Assist with team fundraising programs to augment operations budget
• Manage team social media account in conjunction with the Sports information team
• Comply with all NCAA Division III, Southern Athletics Association (SAA), and Millsaps College guidelines
• Accept game-day administrator obligations each semester, if necessary
• Participate in various other areas of interest for the College, Student Life, and Athletics
• Other duties as assigned by the Baseball Coach or the Director of Athletics

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Prior participation in colligate baseball and/or coaching experience are preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work in team environments and individually
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, creative problem-solver who takes the initiative
• Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work long hours, nights and weekends while in season and as needed for recruiting
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds without assistance
• Must be able to traverse college campus and climb stairs
• Occasional stooping, bending, lifting and reaching are required
• Manual dexterity needed for demonstrating proper form and technique, participating in team practices and other repetitive tasks
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should email a copy of their resume and a letter of interest to pagejj@millsaps.edu. Please reference “Assistant Baseball Coach” in the subject of your email. No phone calls please.

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