Assistant Coach, Baseball

Assistant Coach, Baseball Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven‑based community, eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative, or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Overview Support the Head Men's Baseball Coach in the leadership, coaching, administration, and daily operation of a Division I baseball program. Lead the development of the pitching staff by overseeing player development, pitching strategy, game preparation, and in‑game management. Assist with scouting and opponent analysis, practice planning and execution, recruiting prospective student‑athletes, administrative operations, and alumni engagement while ensuring compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional policies. Required Skills and Abilities Knowledge of effective coaching techniques and best practices. Ability to work in a diverse work environment and establish and maintain effective work relationships with school administrators, parents, students, and alums. Ability to organize and manage all facets of the program including recruiting, scouting, individual instruction, budget planning, monitoring academic progress and the success of student‑athletes, and day‑to‑day operations. Ability to lead and work independently as well as within a team environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with student‑athletes, coaches, and athletic and university administration. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. Travel required. Required Licenses or Certifications Professional certification in water safety, advanced life‑saving, health services, first aid, CPR or other areas may be required for some positions. Preferred Education and Experience Knowledge of NCAA and Ivy League regulations. Principal Responsibilities Participates in the planning, organizing and execution of preseason and season practices and contests. Evaluates the athletes' performance and progress to ensure peak performance during practices and contests. Oversees the mental and physical preparation of athletes for contests; assists in the development of conditioning programs. Scouts and evaluates opponents' performance and recommends game strategy based on that evaluation. Oversees the recruitment of prospective student athletes; evaluates prospective students' athletic and academic abilities and presents the Head Coach with recruits for final selection. Participates in planning for alumni events including fundraising or other special functions. May perform other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree and one year of work or playing experience; or the equivalent combination of education and experience and knowledge of NCAA regulations. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual's sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran. Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA). Yale University is a tobacco‑free campus. #J-18808-Ljbffr