Assistant Baseball Coach

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title : Assistant Baseball Coach
Location : Jamestown, ND
Employment Type : Full-time, 10-month staff position
Application Deadline : Open until filled
FLSA Status : Exempt

The University of Jamestown, a proud member of NCAA Division II and the NSIC, is seeking a motivated and experienced full-time Assistant Baseball Coach to join our Jimmies Baseball program. This position supports the Head Coach in all aspects of building and maintaining a competitive, student-athlete-centered program that emphasizes athletic excellence, academic success, and personal development. 
About the University of Jamestown :
The University of Jamestown (UJ) is a private, liberal arts university founded in 1883, committed to providing a student-centered education that combines academic excellence with professional preparation and personal growth. Located in Jamestown, North Dakota, UJ offers a close-knit community with small class sizes, modern facilities, and a strong emphasis on holistic student development.
Key Responsibilities:
•  Assist with on-field coaching. 
•  Help plan, organize, and conduct daily practices, skill development sessions, strength and conditioning programs, and game-day operations.
•  Participate in recruiting: Identify, evaluate, and recruit academically and athletically qualified prospective student-athletes.
•  Support team operations, including travel coordination, scheduling, equipment management, scouting, video analysis, and statistics.
•  Monitor and support the academic progress of student-athletes to promote retention and graduation.
•  Ensure full compliance with all NCAA, NSIC, and University of Jamestown rules and regulations.
•  Contribute to a positive team culture aligned with the university’s mission and values.
•  Assist with fundraising, alumni engagement, community outreach, and other program needs.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :
•  Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred).
•  Previous coaching experience (collegiate, high school, or club level) and/or competitive playing experience.
•  Strong knowledge of baseball fundamentals, player development, and game strategy.
•  Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
•  Commitment to the academic and personal success of student-athletes.
•  Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (ability to drive team vehicles may be required).
•  Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel extensively during the season.
Preferred Qualifications :
•  Experience coaching infielders and/or hitters.
•  Familiarity with NCAA Division II rules and recruiting processes.
•  Prior experience in a college baseball program.
•  Proven ability to recruit competitive student-athletes.
What We Offer
•  Competitive salary.
•  Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition reimbursement.
•  Opportunity to lead and grow a program with strong institutional support.
•  A supportive, mission-driven campus community.
Application Process :
Provide a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer :
The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, or public assistance, in accordance with applicable laws. Sexual harassment, which includes acts of sexual violence, is a type of sex discrimination. The University will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination, and any such conduct is prohibited. The University also prohibits any form of discipline or retaliation for reporting incidents of discrimination.

 

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