Assistant Baseball Coach

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Assistant Baseball Coach

Department: Athletic Administration Location: West Haven, CT

Assistant Baseball Coach

Department: Athletic Administration Location: West Haven, CT

Who we are:

The University of New Haven, founded on the Yale campus in 1920, is a private, coeducational university that has been recognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report for academic excellence. Located between New York City and Boston in the shoreline city of West Haven, the University is a diverse and vibrant community of nearly 10,000 students from across the globe.

Under the guidance of the Head Coach while using independent judgment and discretion, instruct, educate, and train players on the rules, strategies, and techniques of the applicable sport and ensure that student-athletes understand, comply, and abide by the rules and regulations of the NCAA, the NE10 Conference, and the University of New Haven.

You will:

• Using independent judgment and discretion, instruct, educate, and train student-athletes so they are properly prepared for competition.
• Educate athletes on safety rules and regulations specific to their sport to ensure compliance with NCAA and conference guidelines.
• Train, encourage and motivate student-athletes.
• Manage various issues with student-athletes in an effective and professional manner.
• Instruct and demonstrate proper game techniques, strategies and use of equipment.
• Work closely with the Head Coach to evaluate the strengths and weakness of student-athletes and then develop programs and techniques to help optimize their skill and performance.
• Assist the Head Coach in planning, organizing, and conducting practice sessions using sound motor learning principles and sport specific techniques in preparing student-athletes to compete at maximum levels.
• Remain abreast of any changes in rules, techniques or equipment associated with the applicable sport.
• Identify, monitor, and recruit quality student-athletes that will be an asset to the University’s athletic program.
• Using a variety of technology resources, assist the Head Coach in the scouting of opposing teams and the development of scouting reports that are precise, accurate and easily communicated.
• Using technology and statistics, keep accurate records of players’ progress as related to performance in games and practices and use this information to help develop and train the student-athlete.
• Assist the Strength and Conditioning staff in the supervision of the teams’ strength and conditioning program. Coordinate the development and implementation of an effective program that is challenging and improves the strength and fitness of each player.
• Organize and confirm team travel needs such as transportation, accommodations, and meals as required.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

You need:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Previous playing and/or coaching experience preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of, and proven ability, to educate students.
• Ability to teach and demonstrate the skills and strategies of the sport in an independent manner.
• A valid driver's license.
• Must possess a demonstrated ability to successfully coach at the Division II level.
• Strong leadership, verbal and written communication, and motivational skills.

What’s In It for You:

• Health & Welfare Programs: Employees and their eligible family members, including spouses and dependent are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Programs.
• Wellness & Fitness: On-campus Recreation and Fitness Center for employees and families; Employee Assistant Program
• Commitment to Educational Excellence: Tuition assistance for employees and eligible dependents; Tuition exchange opportunities
• Employee Discounts on products, services and educational opportunities
• Work/Life Benefits: Generous paid time off programs; progressive paid holiday schedule (including holiday break between Christmas and New Year’s); 4 weeks of parental paid leave; flexible work schedules including summer hours where applicable.

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