Assistant Coach, Baseball

The Assistant Coach position is responsible for assisting the Head Coach with all aspects of running a college sports team/program. Responsibilities include recruitment, practice management, game management, academic monitoring and fundraising. Hagerstown Community College participates in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) and the Maryland Junior College Athletic Conference.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Demonstrate values of a life-long learner and focuses on student success academically before team success.
• Assist the Head Coach with recruitment of student athletes from HCC’s service area that are capable of benefiting from a community college education and athletic program
• Assess the physical abilities, academic background and personal character of the senior athletes in HCC’s service area.
• Initiate personal contact with the high school coaches and each athlete.
• Assist the Head Coach in conducting well organized practices and provides for the physical conditioning and skill training for each athlete.
• Monitor academic progress and participation in an academic support program for student athletes.
• Develop an understanding of student financial aid options and partner with the financial aid department to obtain updates that may impact player eligibility.
• Assist athletes in transferring to a four-year institution in cooperation with the Coordinator of Athletic Advising.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• College Degree preferred; Two years related experience.
• CPR certification and a valid driver’s license are required.