Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experience.
Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are : Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who We Are
The Home of the 12th Man is the pinnacle in opportunities realized through sport : championships won, diplomas earned, leaders equipped and launched to impact the world.
Texas A&M Athletics' mission is to create opportunities through championship athletics. We are proud members of the Southeastern Conference, with more than student-athletes competing at the NCAA Division 1-A level in 20 varsity sports.
Who We Want
The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Coach with the baseball program. Provides instruction, demonstration, evaluation, and teaching of sport to assure individual student athletes and team reaches maximum potential.
Assists with administrative duties, as assigned.
What you need to know
Salary : Commensurate based on hire's experience.
Cover Letter / Resume : A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials. These can be uploaded on the application under CV / Resume.
Position Details : Travel required with assigned sport. Working nights, weekends, and holidays as required to complete assigned tasks.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience :
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
One year of baseball coaching / teaching / playing experience
Preferred Education and Experience :
Master’s Degree
Previous Division I college coaching experience
Responsibilities :
Coaching - At the direction of the Head Coach, provides instruction, demonstration, and teaching the sport's dynamics to student-athletes to ensure the maximum potential of individuals and the team as a whole.
Assists in coaching team during scheduled events. Assists with the development and implementation of strategy to obtain maximum level of team and individual performance.
Recruiting - Scouts and recruits prospective student-athletes from high schools, junior and community colleges. Makes recommendation to the head coach regarding potential of student-athlete.
At the direction of the Head Coach, works with Scholastic Supervisors and Coordinator for Student-Athlete Services to determine each students academic qualifications and suitability for admission, assists in making application.
Administration - Performs administrative duties as assigned by Head Coach. These duties may include, but are not limited to : coordinating and arranging team travel, coordinating and arranging competitive schedule, organizing and scheduling practice sessions, updating and maintaining student-athlete recruiting databases, updating and maintaining files (both hard copy and video) of opponents, developing and distributing scouting reports on opponents, analyzing opponents film and scouting reports, assisting in the requisitioning and purchasing of uniforms and equipment, organizing on-campus visits by prospective student-athletes (both official and unofficial).
Academics - At the direction of the Head Coach, works closely with Scholastic Supervisor to monitor the scholastic progress of each student-athlete.
Assists in enforcement of mandatory study programs for freshman and upper classmen having academic difficulties. Enforces Athletic Department requirements for class attendance, make-up course work, etc.
Compliance - Maintains continual and thorough familiarity with all applicable NCAA, Conference, and University rules and regulations.
Establishes and ensures communication and enforcement of rules and regulations concerning student-athletes : conduct, appearance, road games, punctuality and other areas as deemed appropriate.
Public Relations - Participates in media-related activities including newspaper, television, radio interviews and new conferences.
Accepts speaking engagements and makes public appearances at schools, Aggie Clubs, banquets and civic organizations. Performs other duties as assigned.
Why Texas A&M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.
Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness : Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development : All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
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