Assistant Baseball Coach - Pitching

University of Iowa•Iowa City, IA

8d•Onsite

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.

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.
Working knowledge of and ability to 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.
Demonstrates extensive proficiency and ability to 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.