Assistant Baseball Coach, Recruitment and Hitting - University Athletics

Lipscomb University•Nashville, TN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves assisting the head coach with various aspects of the baseball program, including coaching, scouting, academic monitoring, compliance, recruiting, equipment management, and student-athlete development. The position requires a strong emphasis on hitting, catcher/outfielder development, and fostering a positive team environment that prioritizes sportsmanship and athlete welfare. The assistant coach will also play a role in promoting the program and the university.

Requirements

Experience with coaching, particularly in hitting, catching, or outfield positions.
Experience with scouting and film analysis.
Knowledge of NCAA and conference rules and regulations.
Experience with academic monitoring of student athletes.
Experience with recruiting, including off-campus evaluation and on-campus visit coordination.
Proficiency in Scoutware or similar recruiting software.
Experience with ordering equipment and gear.
Experience with admissions and housing coordination for student athletes.
Proficiency in computer reporting for video evaluation.
Experience with preparing scouting reports.
Experience with field maintenance duties.
Ability to lead and mentor student athletes, fostering positive attitudes and Christian character.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to supervise graduate assistants and volunteers.
Willingness to assist with promotional and fundraising efforts.

Nice To Haves

Experience with weight training coordination (though this is excluded from primary duties, experience may be beneficial).
Experience with spiritual development initiatives for athletes.

Responsibilities

Assist with coaching in practices and games, with a primary emphasis on working with Catchers and/or outfielders.
Assist with all practice planning activities.
Conduct scouting activities, including film study and preparation of scouting reports for upcoming contests.
Coordinate and conduct individual workouts, primarily with catchers and/or outfielders.
Coordinate and conduct preseason-conditioning work (excluding weight training).
Monitor student-athlete academic progress, including study hall hours, progress reports, and ensuring eligibility.
Arrange tutors as needed for student athletes and work with academic advisors on schedules.
Assist in ensuring the program's compliance with NCAA, Atlantic Sun Conference, and LU rules and regulations.
Maintain records of weekly activities and recruiting activities, including on-campus visits.
Evaluate prospects' transcripts and coordinate verification with the Admissions Office.
Conduct off-campus recruiting and talent evaluation.
Coordinate Scoutware emails to recruits.
Lead and coordinate on-campus official/unofficial visits.
Assist the head coach with scheduling.
Order all equipment and gear annually.
Coordinate with in-coming student athletes for admissions and housing.
Prepare detailed computer reports for in-game and practice video evaluation.
Prepare weekly opponent scouting reports.
Assist with field maintenance duties.
Promote an attitude among student athletes that winning is important but secondary to good sportsmanship and athlete welfare.
Be a leader among student athletes, assisting with spiritual development and providing one-on-one support.
Maintain an environment for athletes to gain self-esteem and develop a positive self-image.
Demonstrate interest in and promote excellence among student-athletes in academics, community service, character development, and off-season activities.
Provide leadership that promotes positive attitudes, good sportsmanship, and Christian character.
Provide ongoing individual support and guidance for team members.
Supervise graduate assistants and volunteers.
Assist with promotional and fundraising efforts for the Baseball program, athletic department, and university.
Coordinate appearances on behalf of the program and communicate with media, campus, and donors.