Full-Time Interim Assistant Baseball Coach
Millersville University
Department: Coaches
Nature of Position: Full-time
Job Summary/Basic Function
About the position:
Assist the Head Baseball Coach with the daily operations of
conducting a successful baseball program, including monitoring, and
ensuring the academic success of the student-athletes.
Join Our Team at Millersville
University!
Position Salary: Contract renewed on annual
basis.
Plus a generous benefits package designed to support your
well-being and future:
- Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical,
dental, and vision insurance
- Group Life Insurance
- Retirement Plans - Choose from two excellent
options
- Paid Time Off - Vacation, sick leave, and
holidays to recharge
- Full
Benefits Summary (PDF)
Why Millersville?
Nestled in beautiful
Lancaster County,
Pennsylvania, Millersville University is a proud member of
Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education. We're known
for:
- Strong student-faculty connections
- 70+ undergraduate and 24 graduate
programs
- A stunning campus and vibrant community
- Outstanding job placement for graduates
With over
66,000 alumni across the globe, our
impact is far-reaching-and growing.
Our Mission & Values:
At Millersville, we live by our
EPPIIC values of
Exploration, Public Mission, Professionalism, Inclusion,
Integrity, and Compassion.
We are deeply committed to
Inclusive
Excellence-creating a welcoming, supportive environment
where everyone can thrive. We believe diversity is a strength, and
we actively seek individuals who bring unique perspectives and
experiences to our community.
Equal Opportunity for All:
Millersville University is an
equal opportunity
employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and
are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination.
Individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups are
strongly encouraged to apply.
The State System Employee Benefits Summary for coaches can
be found at:
https://www.passhe.edu/hr/labor-relations/documents/cba/coaches-cba.pdf.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Advise student-athletes and staff of applicable intercollegiate
athletic rules, regulations, and University policies and ensure
compliance of such regulations.
Develop and conduct pre-season, in-season and off-season
training and conditioning programs for the team.
Recruit student-athletes.
Inform student-athletes of academic and other matters
pertaining to their enrollment and educational progress.
Plan and direct athletic skill development for
student-athletes.
Ensure appropriate safety measures are observed when conducting
team activities.
Cooperate with the University physicians and Athletic Trainers
to ensure student-athletes receive proper medical and physical
training services.
Coordinate all activities in preparation for scheduled
competition.
Attend all team practices and home and away contests.
Monitor student-athlete academic performance and implement
team, athletic department, and University measures to support their
academic performance.
Assume responsibility to student-athlete compliance with all
applicable rules and regulations. Assist the Head Coach and the
Director of Intercollegiate Athletics in resolving cases where a
student-athlete violates an applicable regulation.
Work with alumni student groups University administration and
community groups to seek support for the team.
Ensure student-athletes participation in NCAA CHAMPS/Life
Skills programs.
Assist the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics in
fund-raising activities in accordance with Collective Bargaining
Agreements for non-faculty coaches.
Submit monthly work schedules to the Director of
Intercollegiate Athletics and comply with Schedule once
approved.
Attend appropriate Athletic departmental staff meetings.
- All other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- One season of successful NCAA College Baseball coaching
experience.
- Knowledge of baseball strategies to assist with preparation and
implementation of teaching various baseball skills.
- Knowledge and experiencing in current hitting development
theory including assessing the biomechanics of swing, programming,
using technology to aid in the development of hitting.
- Experience in leading baseball skill development.
- Experience in monitoring academics.
- Knowledge of or experience recruiting.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication
skills.
- Commitment to the athletic excellence of students.
- Commitment to academic excellence of students.
- Ability to work with student-athletes of diverse cultures,
racial and ethnic groups.
- Commitment to inclusive practices and working with diverse
student populations.
- Valid driver's license.
- Successful interview.
- Successful completion of three background checks.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree.
- NCAA Division II Coaching Experience.
- Knowledge of NCAA Division II rules.
- Planning and implementing baseball camps and clinics.
Job Description
Essential Functions
Please Note: These duties are to be performed with
or without an accommodation. We are committed to providing
reasonable accommodations in accordance with Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA).
- Ability to work in person on campus as well as attend scheduled
games, practices, and events.
- Must maintain a valid driver's license.
- Indoor/Outdoor Facilities.
- Extensive writing skills (prepare and organize complex
documents).
- Extensive verbal communication skills (provide information and
assistant regularly).
- Understanding of written directions.
- Must be able to lift/pull/push up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to drive University Vehicles.
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
and mouse.
To apply, please visit: https://jobs.millersville.edu/postings/15481
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