Assistant Athletics Coach, Baseball

Babson College • Wellesley, MA

3d • $44,683 - $49,648

About The Position

Serves as an Assistant Coach, Baseball within the Department of Athletics and Recreation, collaborating with the head coach on program management and direction in conjunction with Athletics’ strategic plan. Assumes head coach duties in their absence and additional administrative responsibilities as assigned by the AVP, Athletics and Athletics Advancement, or their designee.

The role supports practice and game planning and coaching, teaches advanced skills and strategies, advises and mentors student-athletes, monitors academic progress, and coordinates with campus support departments. It also assists with opponent scouting and student-athlete recruitment. The position supervises a team that includes student workers.

The position requires regular physical exertion, walking, exposure to weather, and light lifting of up to 50 pounds. Work may include days, evenings, and weekends, as well as in-person overnight travel for games, recruiting, conferences, and tournaments. The position is a Campus Security Authority and must forward reports of criminal offenses according to the College’s reporting structure.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 1–3 years of previous coaching experience.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED safety certifications and Concussion recognition training, or obtain them within the first three months of employment.
• Blood Borne Pathogen training in compliance with OSHA regulations, maintained yearly throughout employment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Compliance with NCAA, NEWMAC, and Babson College rules.
• Contribute to a culture of inclusion and belonging for staff members, student-athletes, prospective student-athletes, and departmental stakeholders.
• Commitment to working with a diverse student body, staff, and other constituents.
• Ability to envision and propose new methods to perform tasks supporting ET&A, take thoughtful risks, and accept new initiatives, objectives, and solutions.
• Ability to anticipate and embrace change, develop and use new skills, take on challenging tasks, and remain flexible in changing conditions.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to work days, evenings, and weekends, and travel in person with overnight stays for regular and postseason games, recruiting, conferences, and tournaments as identified and directed by the Head Coach.
• Have held a valid, unrestricted U.S. Driver’s License for one year and maintain an insurable or satisfactory driving record throughout employment.
• Successfully complete the College’s vehicle training program within the first 60 days of employment and complete safety training as required by management.
• Regular physical exertion, walking, and exposure to weather; light lifting of 50 pounds or less.

Nice To Haves

• Previous college playing and coaching experience.
• Experience with team management and game film software or online programs such as Teamworks, HUDL, or Synergy.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the head coach on all aspects of program management and direction in conjunction with the Athletics strategic plan, and assume head coach duties in their absence.
• Assist in planning and coaching practice sessions and games as directed by the head coach; teach advanced-level skills and game strategies.
• Counsel students on general and sport-related matters and refer them to appropriate student support resources and offices as necessary.
• Monitor student-athletes’ academic progress, collaborate with class deans, mentor athletes, help resolve academic and non-academic issues, and be available to coaches and players around practices, games, and events.
• Develop and maintain liaison relationships with Health Services, Residential Education, Student Activities and Leadership Programs, and other appropriate departments to support student-athlete program development and management.
• Assist the head coach with scouting opponents and preparing, planning, conducting, and evaluating practice sessions.
• Assist with student-athlete recruitment, including contacting high/prep school coaches, planning recruiting trips, attending off-campus games to evaluate athletes, and preparing and distributing recruiting information.
• Assume additional departmental administrative and other responsibilities as assigned by the AVP, Athletics and Athletics Advancement, or their designee.
• Forward reports of criminal offenses in accordance with the College’s reporting structure as a Campus Security Authority.
• Work with and oversee student workers.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Group life and long-term disability insurance.
• Business travel accident insurance and mental health benefits.
• Starting at three weeks of vacation annually, two weeks of sick time, one week of paid family illness time, six weeks of paid parental leave, and 12 paid holidays per year.
• 403(b) retirement plan with mandatory employee contributions and a 4:1 employer match.
• Wellbeing programs, virtual fitness platform, and employee assistance program.
• Performance-based bonuses, subject to budget.
• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees working at least 28 hours per week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level