Assistant Coach, Baseball

Jacksonville University•Jacksonville, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Primary responsibilities are to assist the Head Coach in all aspects of Division I program including, but not limited to, teach student athletes how to perform baseball, throw batting practice, perform field maintenance, oversee team laundry, recruiting and other duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Athletic Administration. This position will also assist the Head Coach in organization, administration, and promotion of the program. Approximately 60% of the Assistant Coach’s responsibility is dedicated to the instruction of SPORT through on-field training and classroom training through use of video and other teaching techniques. Approximately 40% of the Assistant Coach’s responsibility is recruiting and other administrative duties. Candidates must be committed to the academic and athletic success of the student-athletes.

Requirements

Knowledge of NCAA Rules and Regulations
Mastery of sport coached
Ability to lead, guide and direct graduate assistants, interns and student-athletes
Willingness to form relationships with constituents and help fundraise
Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university
Two years’ collegiate coaching experience at NCAA Division I level preferred

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
Experience with NCAA Division I Rules and Regulations
Proven recruiting abilities
Demonstrated leadership skills

Responsibilities

Instructing players in the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport, specifically: positional defense, baserunning, bunting and coaching 1B
Organizing and directing individual and small group practice activities/exercises as directed by the head coach
Assess player’s skills, monitors players during competition and practice, and keeps the head coach informed of the athletic performance of students
Throwing Batting Practice
Assisting with opponent evaluation and producing scouting reports
Utilize daily the technology/video/data provided by program
Maintaining and preparing the field for daily practice and games
Laundry
Assist with Pre- and Post-season inventory
Care and maintenance of all equipment/apparel and facilities
Compliance with NCAA recruiting rules and completing associated paperwork in a timely manner
Arranging financially responsible recruiting trips
Assist with arrangements for all official visits
Recruiting students who will be an asset to the University and Department of Athletics and graduate in a timely manner
Assist in scheduling of all competition
Understanding NCAA regulations
Assist with process for initial and renewal grants
Consistently updating team rosters
Meeting athletic grant-in-aid budget
Assisting in annual budget preparation
Staying within amount budgeted for fiscal year
Having all expenditures pre-approved through appropriate channels
Assist with process for all travel arrangements and submitting reports within 48 hours of return
Supporting all Department of Athletics policies on classroom attendance, study hall, progress reports and enforcing disciplinary actions
Working with teams to maintain and increase their APR
Completing all paperwork by established athletic department and NCAA deadlines
Getting prior approval from the Department of Athletics prior to initiating a fund raising activity
Assist with devising new methods of fund raising
Being available for Departmental fund raising activities
Following guidelines established by Department, University, and the NCAA for fund raising activities
Attending and contributing to all Department of Athletics meetings and requested functions
Following guidelines established by Department, University, and the NCAA for camp procedures and operations

Benefits

Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, jury duty, and bereavement leave
Paid Federal Holidays
Additional time off for Thanksgiving, Winter holidays, and Spring Break
FSA/HSA eligibility
Retirement plan with a dollar-for-dollar University match of up to 6% following the vesting period
Robust health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
100% Employer-Sponsored benefits: Short Term Disability (buy-up option available), Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Parent Leave
Additional benefit options: Accident coverage, Pet Insurance, Legal, Critical Illness, Dependent Life
Tuition benefits for employees, spouses, and dependent children up to 26 years of age
Domestic Partner benefit eligibility
Veteran and Military Service Support Program
Discounted on-campus dining meal plans; 2 free meals per week during Fall and Spring semesters
Monthly wellness initiatives
Service awards & Recognition programs
10% discounts at the on-campus JU Bookstore, School of Orthodontics
Free Microsoft Office downloads to personal computers/devices
Free on-campus parking
Access to campus amenities, including the fitness center, resort-style pool, and library