Head Baseball Coach

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 Coach is responsible for the overall Texas A&M Baseball program; determines scholarship value and recruits student-athletes;

provides instruction, demonstration, evaluation and teaching of sport to assure individual athletes and team reaches maximum potential.

Monitors the academic progress of student athletes.

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. Ability to work flexible hours (nights, weekends and holidays) as required to complete assigned duties.

Employee will supervise Baseball Staff (Assistant Coaches and Support Staff).

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience :

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Five years of related baseball operations experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Ability to use document processing, spreadsheet, and database programs

Interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to plan and organize effectively

Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations

Preferred Qualifications :

Master’s Degree

Essential Duties / Tasks :

Coaching - Provides instruction, demonstration and teaching of sport s dynamics to student-athletes to ensure the maximum potential of individuals and the team as a whole.

Schedules and conducts regular practice sessions within compliance periods. Coaches team during scheduled events. Determines and implements strategy to obtain maximum level of team and individual performance.

Recruiting - Scouts and recruits prospective student-athletes from high schools and community colleges. Coordinates all phases of recruiting activities.

Works with Scholastic Supervisors and Coordinator for Student-Athlete Services to determine each student s academic qualifications and suitability for admission, assists in making application, and recommends grants-in-aid.

Supervises all contact with prospective student-athletes to avoid violations of NCAA or other recruiting rules and regulations.

Administration - Assists in preparation of budget and administration of program. Works within budget guidelines. Determines amount / percentage of Athletic Scholarships and the awarding of said scholarship.

Determines competitive event schedule, coordinating with teams both inside and out of the Conference. Recommends participation in post-season games, when invitations are received.

Oversees the purchase of uniforms and equipment.

Academics - Works closely with Scholastic Supervisor to monitor the scholastic progress of each student-athlete. Encourages each athlete to pursue a career goal and to graduate within a five-year period.

Ensures that athletes meet requirements established for athletic eligibility. 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.

Student Athlete Welfare - Consults with Athletic Trainers and Team Physicians regarding overall health of student athlete.

Consults with Strength & Conditioning Coach to determine team and individual conditioning program.

Counseling - Provides individual counseling to student-athletes as need on personal problems, team performance, class schedules and the transition to college life.

Counsels each student athlete to set individual goals for improvement of performance.

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.

Compliance - Compliance is a shared responsibility. 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 for all staff members and student workers supervised.

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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