Assistant Coach - Baseball

Details•San Diego, CA

13d

About The Position

Assists in the development and implementation of both the educational and the athletic components of the NCAA Division I program. Also assists in creating and implementing the general business operations of the program and in running baseball camps and clinics.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
At least two years of related experience in coaching baseball, preferably at the college level.
Heartsaver CPR /AED / First Aid certification required. Must have this certificate within 6 weeks of employment.
Must pass NCAA Division I Coaches Recruiting Test, (yearly). Must complete this within 6 weeks of employment.
California driver’s license required within 6 weeks of employment.
Must be able to travel for extended periods of time for athletic contests and recruiting activities.
Successful completion of required background checks.
Ability to communicate effectively with athletes, recruits, members of the university community, San Diego community and all media
Possess good management skills.
Ability to understand the goals and responsibilities required for the operation of a successful baseball program at the NCAA Division I level.
Represent the University in a professional and responsible manner
Adherence to and appreciate for NCAA/conference/league regulations and ability to instill those values in subordinates and students.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
Understanding of NCAA rules and regulations strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist head coach with recruiting
Identify and recruit academically and athletically qualified student-athletes for admission to the University with adherence to admissions and athletic department policies and procedures
Identify and evaluate high school and junior college talent through evaluation at games, tournaments, and film
Weekly phone conversations with prospects.
Junior recruiting – Identify prospects and follow-up as requested by the head coach.
Request transcript from recruits and follow up with appropriate calls to registrar and high school counselors.
Work directly with the USD admissions’ liaison in an effective and efficient manner.
Home visits – Assist head coach with preparation and presentation.
Participate in home visits when requested and appropriate.
Unofficial visits – Coordinate unofficial visits in keeping with appropriate NCAA regulations.
Official visits – Coordinate official visits, following applicable NCAA regulations, including travel, involvement of current players, meals and entertainment.
Arrange academic meetings with faculty members and an academic class with one of the players.
Provide campus tours.
Pass the NCAA coaches’ recruiting test annually.
Assist head coach with teaching and coaching
Assist with the organization, planning and implementation of daily practices.
Direct on-field coaching responsibilities, as assigned by the head coach.
Assist with the development and improvement of player skills.
Work with individual players before and after practice, when requested
Teach out-of-season, individual skill sessions, staying within the NCAA regulations for individual player workouts.
Batting practice – Coordinate live and machine-based batting practice as recommended by the head coach.
Work closely with head coach, assistant director for camps and associate athletic director to coordinate baseball camps and clinics.
Collaborate on: Setting camp prices Setting camp dates and reserving sites Hiring staff, while adhering to university and department protocol and deadlines regarding background checks and new-hire forms Recruiting campers Administering camp budget Ensuring safety of campers while in camp, and consulting with associate athletic director on behavior or safety concerns
General Assignments Involvement with all administrative and organizational aspects of NCAA Division I program under the supervision of the head coach.
Supervision of players in a coordinated and planned program of practices and competition, with a concern for the players’ health and welfare, physical and psychological preparation.
Serve as the liaison to the baseball team’s athletic academic counselor, and follow up with recommendations or requests.
Knowledge of and adherence to all university, NCAA, and conference rules and regulations, policies and procedures, with special attentions to recruiting, eligibility, admissions, and financial aid.
Enforce university and athletic department policies and regulations with regard to use/abuse of alcohol and drugs by team members.
Assist with the preparation and budget projections for the yearly competitive schedule for approval by the sport supervisor and director of athletics.
Consideration should be given to the academic life of student-athletes, i.e., missed class time, examination periods and other factors that would adversely affect their academic success.
Maintain professional growth by attendance at appropriate meetings, clinics, workshops, etc.
Assist in the organization of any team and/or department awards presentations for student-athletes.
Maintain necessary statistical records in cooperation with the athletics media relations office.
Assist with the annual “For the Love of the Game” fundraising event.
Assist with the projection of equipment needs.
Scouting Assist head coach with scouting opponents
Watch video of opponents when available and requested by the head coach.
Provide detailed, written reports when requested.