Assistant Baseball Coach

Job Title

Assistant Baseball Coach

Department

Baseball Program

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Salary

Position Salary Minimum

$35,000

Position Salary Maximum

$40,000

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Screening Date

2026-06-22

Job Description Summary

Assist the Head Baseball Coach in the administration, organization, and daily operation of the baseball program in a manner consistent with the mission and values of Miami University, the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, the NCAA, and the Mid-American Conference (MAC). Support the development of student-athletes academically, athletically, and personally while ensuring full compliance with all institutional, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

Recruiting and Talent Evaluation

• Identify, evaluate, and recruit prospective student-athletes who demonstrate the academic and athletic qualities necessary for success at Miami University.
• Determine strategic recruiting priorities, including recruitment timelines, travel schedules, and recruiting territories.
• Provide recommendations regarding scholarship allocations, roster composition, and overall recruiting strategy.
• Coordinate and facilitate all official and unofficial campus visits for prospective student-athletes and their families.
• Assist with roster management and retention efforts.

Coaching and Student-Athlete Development

• Assist in planning, implementing, and supervising practice sessions, training activities, and player development programs.
• Contribute to the design and oversight of in-season and out-of-season conditioning programs.
• Mentor student-athletes in their athletic, academic, and personal development.
• Monitor student-athlete progress and provide guidance regarding academic responsibilities, time management, and overall well-being.

Program Operations

• Ensure team facilities, locker rooms, equipment, and game-day operations are organized and prepared for practices, competitions, and visiting teams.
• Train, supervise, and evaluate student managers and other support personnel.
• Assist with equipment inventory, maintenance, and distribution.
• Support team travel planning and logistics as assigned.

Compliance and Administration

• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of and adherence to NCAA, MAC, University, and departmental rules, policies, and procedures.
• Promote and monitor institutional compliance with all applicable regulations.

• Maintain accurate student-athlete records and files in accordance with team, departmental, conference, and University requirements.
• Enforce departmental policies regarding student-athlete conduct, training facilities, and equipment usage.

Academic Support and Student Success

• Work collaboratively with academic support staff to monitor student-athlete academic progress.
• Meet with student-athletes to discuss coursework, academic expectations, and degree progress.
• Communicate with faculty regarding student-athlete absences related to team travel and competition.
• Encourage a culture of academic excellence and personal accountability.

Departmental Engagement

• Participate in departmental initiatives, committees, professional development activities, and scheduled meetings.
• Represent the baseball program and the University in a professional and positive manner.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head Coach and/or Athletic Administration.

Minimum Qualifications Requires a bachelor's degree and experience in recruiting and coaching. 

Preferred Qualifications Desire a master’s degree; experience in teaching baseball skills

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents

resume

Special Instructions (if applicable)

None

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Miami University Values Statement
Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.

For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.

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