Assistant Coach Baseball

Bridgewater College•Bridgewater, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Bridgewater College is seeking a passionate and experienced Assistant Baseball Coach to join our NCAA Division III baseball program. This full-time position reports to the Head Baseball Coach and will have a primary focus on leading the pitching program, while also contributing to recruiting, player development, game preparation, and the overall success of the program. We are looking for a coach who brings strong pitching knowledge, a commitment to developing student-athletes, and the ability to use data and technology to enhance player performance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
Prior collegiate pitching coach experience and competitive collegiate pitching experience required
Strong knowledge of pitching development, training, mechanics, and performance analysis
Ability to teach and communicate pitching concepts effectively to student-athletes
Strong recruiting, communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Valid driver's license and ability to meet the College's vehicle insurance requirements

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred
Experience with Rapsodo, Synergy, AWRE, and/or 6-4-3 preferred

Responsibilities

Lead Pitching Development: Oversee the pitching program as directed by the Head Coach. Plan and conduct pitching instruction, practices, and training sessions. Develop pitchers through individualized instruction, performance analysis, and video review. Use technology and data to evaluate performance and support player development.
Recruit & Develop Student-Athletes: Recruit prospective student-athletes who are a strong fit academically, athletically, and personally for Bridgewater College. Build relationships with prospective student-athletes, families, coaches, and baseball organizations. Mentor student-athletes and support their academic achievement, leadership development, and personal growth.
Support Team Success: Assist with all aspects of the Division III baseball program. Coach during practices and games and contribute to game planning and preparation. Develop scouting reports, statistics, and video analysis to prepare for opponents. Assist with scheduling, travel, budgeting, equipment ordering, and inventory. Support field and facility maintenance, fundraising, community service, and program events. Help promote the baseball program through social media, marketing, and branding initiatives. Maintain compliance with NCAA, Old Dominion Athletic Conference, and College policies and regulations. Perform other duties as assigned by the Athletic Department.