Youth Baseball Assistant Coach

Key Responsibilities Passion for using sports as a platform to positively impact kids’ character and development of life skills and values. Superior organization, communication, and leadership skills. Travel to youth tournaments, MLB RBI Regionals, MLB RBI World Series, and other youth programs. Willingness to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and extended days; hours may be required. Commitment to build relationships with RBI stakeholders and support Detroit Tigers Community Impact programs as needed. Support the Tigers Nike RBI Baseball Head Coach in all phases of the RBI Baseball program. Commitment to complete mandatory MLB & Club training requirements (U.S. Center for SafeSport and Positive Coaching Alliance). Assist in the design, planning, and implementation of baseball training, conditioning, practice, and competition programs. Teach baseball skills in one or more specialty areas (pitchers, catchers, hitting, infield, outfield) during practices, games, and individual/group training sessions. Accept coaching assignments to prepare scouting reports, game plans, and scorecards, if assigned. Accept coaching assignments to organize all athlete uniform needs and equipment requests, if assigned. Handle optional programs: host fall team tryouts to build rosters before offseason workouts, coordinate short-schedule tournaments after the RBI World Series, and host indoor training & conditioning programs during the offseason/winter. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Action Oriented: Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with high energy and enthusiasm. Communicates Effectively: Delivers multi‑mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Plans and Aligns: Establishes courses of action for self and others to ensure efficient completion of work. Interpersonal Effectiveness: Communicates openly and culturally appropriately with diverse groups of people; awareness of cultural responsiveness. Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach in real time to match shifting demands. Critical Thinking: Practices objective reasoning and action, maintaining perspective when assessing qualitative and quantitative information. Problem Solving: Builds a deliberate approach to address challenges, managing situations by drawing on knowledge, resources, and seeking additional support. Coachability: Receptive to feedback, willing to learn, embracing continuous improvement and growth. Education and Experience High school diploma or GED. 3+ years of experience coaching 18u travel, high school, or collegiate level baseball teams. Experience managing or leading diverse coaching staffs and players. Strong public‑speaking skills that connect with 14‑18 year‑old athletes. Strong knowledge of baseball skills and strategy. Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Excellent oral and written communication skills; bilingual, fluent in English and Spanish. Professional or collegiate baseball playing or coaching experience. First Aid, CPR, and/or other applicable certifications. All items listed above are illustrative and not comprehensive. They are not contractual in nature and are subject to change at the discretion of Detroit Tigers. Detroit Tigers is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s race, color, religion, or creed; national origin or ancestry; sex (including pregnancy); sexual orientation; gender identity; age; physical or mental disability; veteran status; genetic information; ethnicity; citizenship; or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will strive to provide reasonable accommodations to permit qualified applicants who have a need for an accommodation to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a job interview) if so requested. #J-18808-Ljbffr Detroit Tigers