Assistant Baseball Coach - Pitching

University of Iowa•Iowa City, IA

About The Position

The University of Iowa Department of Athletics seeks applications for the Assistant Baseball Coach – Pitching Coach. This is a full-time (at-will and FLSA-exempt) position which includes full University benefits. The University of Iowa is an NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Big Ten Conference. The Department of Athletics manages 22 varsity sports programs and related events with a workforce of approximately 250 regular employees and 300 temporary employees. Athletics is a people-centric organization that operates under a “Win. Graduate. Do It Right.” philosophy. For more information regarding Athletics, please click here. Responsibilities: The Assistant Baseball Coach – Pitching Coach is responsible for providing administrative, instructional, and coaching assistance to the Head Coach with the purpose of building a successful, competitive intercollegiate sports program that also retains and graduates student-athletes. This position will also be responsible for utilizing a variety of sources for data collection and analytics with the purpose of developing methods and training to optimize student-athlete performance. Benefits Highlights: Excellent fringe benefit package including paid vacation and sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. The University of Iowa is a Big Ten, nationally ranked research university with 30,000 students located in Iowa City. A vibrant community boasting excellent public schools, safe, comfortable neighborhoods, affordable housing, a highly educated population, and numerous cultural, recreational, and sporting opportunities and events contribute to the Iowa City area frequently appearing high on the best-places-to-live listings. Go to “Working at Iowa” to learn more.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) or equivalent combination of education and experience
Successful baseball coaching (Pitching Specifically) experience (3+ years) at the postsecondary or professional level or combination of coaching, recruiting, administrative, collegiate, international, or professional baseball experience (Pitching Specifically)
Proven ability to successfully identify and accurately assess the talent of baseball athletes at an elite level of the sport through the use of video analysis systems and exercise science technologies
Extensive experience utilizing a variety of video systems and technologies to collect data and develop analytics to optimize pitching and scouting in order to maximize overall player development
Excellent oral and written communication skills, as demonstrated through public speaking engagements, clinician experience, and/or use of effective and creative training/coaching techniques
Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationships
Operate effectively within a highly regulated team environment
A valid driving license and the ability to meet and maintain University of Iowa Driving Policy standards

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge and understanding of the professionalism and intensity necessary to successfully contribute to a Division I athletics program
Genuine passion for and experience with supporting the holistic development of student-athletes, recognizing the interconnectedness of mental health and overall well-being
Working knowledge of and ability to: comply with NCAA rules and regulations
effectively communicate with and successfully recruit national caliber student-athletes
Demonstrated experience in off-campus talent assessment
Experience with Trackman, Pulse Sensor, Rapsodo, and Edgertronic Camera video systems and computer software
Demonstrates extensive proficiency and ability to: encourage and motivate student-athletes through effective analysis, feedback, and use of effective diagnostic/coaching techniques
maintain productive, long-term relationships with staff, students, managers, coaches of prospects, and patrons.

Responsibilities

providing administrative, instructional, and coaching assistance to the Head Coach with the purpose of building a successful, competitive intercollegiate sports program that also retains and graduates student-athletes
utilizing a variety of sources for data collection and analytics with the purpose of developing methods and training to optimize student-athlete performance