Athletics Assistant Coach

Lynchburg - Lynchburg, VA 24501

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Overview

Position Type

Staff

Job Shift

Full time

Education Level

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Athletics Assistant Coach

Lynchburg - Lynchburg, VA 24501

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Overview

Position Type

Staff

Job Shift

Full time

Education Level

4 Year Degree

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Description

POSITION:

Baseball Assistant Coach

CLASSIFICATION:

Full Time, benefits eligible 

REPORTS TO:

Head Coach and serves at the pleasure of the Director of Athletics

JOB PURPOSE:

The full time  Baseball assistant coach provides support and leadership in all aspects of developing highly successful programs primarily focussed on instruction and mentorship for student athletes. The  Baseball assistant is expected to be fully integrated into the life of the program, the athletics department  and university mission. The position is an avenue to empower and build lives through the avenue of college athletics. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Daily throughout the traditional championship season

 

1. Jointly plan and implement practice with the head coach.
2. Develop/Oversee Offensive / Hitting Development Plan & Approach
3. Plan and implement individual practices as assigned by the head coach.
4. Set up equipment for individual and/or group drills.
5. Give one on one skill specific feedback to players during practice and contests.
6. Give group feedback to players during practice and contests.
7. Evaluate and/or identify the team's effectiveness for the day and future concerns.
8. Coordinate fitness and weight training sessions with strength and conditioning staff.
9. Assist with development of social media regularly, highlighting team activities/accomplishments and portraying team culture. 
10. Prepare assessments of opponents and time standards. 

 

Competition Responsibilities

1.  Prepare logistics around competitions as assigned. Travel, meals, itinerary, etc. 

2.  Take initiative during warmups and during pre-meet preparation.

3.  Provide feedback throughout the course of competition.

4.  Positive reinforcement for athletes at all times possible. 

 

 

Non Traditional Season

1.  Develop/Coordinate Individual Hitting Development Plans

1. Enforce/Coordinate with strength and conditioning coach.

3.  Equipment inventory and setup. 

4.  Equipment and apparel distribution and inventory.

5.  Organize individual one on one meetings. 

6.  Prepare season schedule and travel plans. 

7.  Work with the department for all necessary paperwork/certifications for the team. 

8.  Get driver authorization.

 

Yearly Responsibilities

1.  Planning special events and community service.

2.  Arrange overnight visits for recruits.

3.  Prepare communications with families and alumni.

1. Assist with daily field maintenance and preparation.

5.  Uniforms distribution, collection and inventory.

1. Selection and organization of attire orders.

2. Planning visit days. 

 

Recruiting Responsibilities

 1.  Become proficient with Front Rush database

 2.    Keep a record of interested students.

 3.  Keep a record of accepted students.

 4.    Keep a record of students who visited campus.

 5.  Keep a record of correspondences sent to prospective players and coaches.

 6.    Return correspondences sent to prospective players and coaches.

 7.    Identify top recruits.

 8.  View recruits profiles and progression.

 9.  Send out timely emails about events on campus.

1. Open House participation.

2. On campus meetings with families.

3. Provide Campus tours of recruits and families as directed. 

4. Attend showcases and perspective player’s games throughout the year.

 

Additional Duties

1.  Performs any other related duties as may be required.

 

Position Details

 

1. Position is 67% instructional, 33 % recruiting. 
2. This is a full time 12 month position with benefits

 

 

EQUIPMENT USED:

College Vehicles

Computer

• Recruiting Databases 
• FrontRush Recruiting Service 

Video analysis (Tablet) 

Copier

Printer

Telephone

Fax

 

MANUALS AND REFERENCES:

Faculty Handbook

Staff Handbook of Personnel Policies and Procedures

Athletic Department Staff Handbook

Old Dominion Athletic Conference Handbook

NCAA Manual and Rules Book

ORAL AND WRITTEN REQUIREMENTS:

Basic English-language oral and written skills for understanding, interpretation and completion of assignments. Effective oral communication skills necessary to provide courteous, responsive service.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Functions of this position are performed sitting, walking, and standing.  Travel is required.  A normal schedule requires availability during regular working hours, evenings, weekends and summer.  Much contact with students, families, and the public.

 

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

Successful experience at the college level is preferred.

 

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree required

 

Qualifications

Required qualifications:  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited 4-year institution Successful collegiate Baseball  experience is preferred.  Strong interpersonal and communications skills; demonstrated organizational and management ability.  The successful candidate must successfully pass a background check that is satisfactory to the University.

 

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