Assistant Baseball Coach
Post University is currently accepting applications for the role of the Assistant Coach – Baseball, Full Time.
WHY POST?
Post University is a legendary, dynamic, growth-oriented organization of passionate, diverse professionals united in pursuit of life-changing service to countless students. Our “Make It Personal” mission is the driving tenet shaping how we treat students and each other. Post University’s success story is well-positioned to be second to none.
For more than 130 years, Post University has been dedicated to student success, serving thousands of learners across our online, main campus, undergraduate, and graduate programs. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and seek individuals who are passionate about contributing to a collaborative and student‑focused community.
Due to Post-specific operational and administrative considerations, the position is not approved to be performed in Alaska, California, Hawaii, or New York. Candidates must be physically located and perform their work from an approved state.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Assistant Baseball Coach is responsible for helping the Head Coach provide leadership, vision, and strategic planning for their Post University Athletic Team.
The main role of the Assistant Coach is to support the head coach with certain responsibilities that can include the following:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- The Assistant Coach must be strongly committed to following all Post University Policies and Procedures related to athletic training, uniforms, equipment, financial reporting, and compliance. The assistant coach is responsible for recording and turning in all compliance paperwork promptly, including but not limited to recruiting logs, financial aid/NLI request forms, and playing and practice records.
- Post University expects its coaches and student athletes to always represent the school positively. The Assistant Coach is required to exhibit superior sportsmanship and always set an example for a positive game environment. The NCAA, CACC, and Post University sportsmanship guidelines and code of conduct must be always adhered to by the Assistant Coach.
- The Assistant Coach may drive the team van to and from contests, pre-season practice, or tournaments. Attendance is required at the annual athletic awards banquet, any CACC conference meetings, all all-star balloting or voting meetings, and all Post University Athletic Department meetings.
- NCAA compliance/eligibility data input and monitoring.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist the head coach with the following:
- On and off-field team coaching, including practices planning and implementation, individual and team coaching, and other duties as assigned.
- The academic support of current student-athletes, including study hall monitoring, individual academic monitoring and meetings, class checking, and other duties as assigned.
- On and off-campus recruiting activities, including prospect evaluation, database management, correspondence, phone calls, and other duties.
- Scouting opponents.
- Planning all aspects of team travel within budgetary limitations.
- Planning events for fundraising and other special functions within the overall athletic department fundraising and development program framework.
- Monitoring of the strength and conditioning programs.
- The successful candidate must be committed to the academic success of student-athletes and be committed to their personal growth and social development.
- Provide input in the evaluation and improvement of our student-athletes.
- Additional duties can be assigned with discussions between the Head Coach, Athletic Director, and the prospective successful candidate.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and performance required. Reasonable accommodation may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree is strongly preferred, and collegiate coaching and/or playing experience required. An equivalent combination of education and experience can be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
- Familiarity with Fast Draw, Microsoft Office, Synergy, and/or video editing.
- Proven leadership ability.
- Must establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, student-athletes, potential recruits, and their families.
- Excellent communication, written, and oral skills.
- Passed the NCAA recruiting certification test.
As a member of our Post University team, the individual will share in a 135-year tradition of helping people achieve their personal and professional goals. Located in Waterbury, Connecticut, Post University has a vibrant campus and an excellent online program. The University offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes medical, dental, 401(k) and tuition benefits.
Interested candidates should forward cover letter, resume, and three references to Post University Associate Experience.
Disclaimer: This opportunity may be withdrawn and/or amended.
Post University is an equal opportunity employer.
At Post, we embrace differences. We thrive on diversity. We believe our distinctions make us better educators, leaders, and simply better in every way possible. We gladly comply with all applicable laws. We do not discriminate because of sex, sexual orientation, age, race, color, religious creed, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability, handicap or other legally protected status.
Post University's team members come from various backgrounds, experiences, and expertise. Each perspective helps us collectively evaluate situations from every angle for the best decision-making process available. This is the heart of our culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and collaboration.