Youth Baseball Coach

This position will be assigned to coach in our Mites, Squirts & Cal Ripken program and youth baseball clinic. The philosophy, policies, procedures, and rules of the program must be followed at all times.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coaches must be at the assigned location at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the program. Coaches are responsible to put a practice plan/schedule together on a weekly basis (with approval from the Coordinator).
• Coaches will report to the program Coordinator upon arrival to check for any changes or concerns.
• Coaches will also check in with the Coordinator before leaving the complex.
• Coaches are provided with staff shirts by the Bismarck Parks and Recreation District which are required to be worn while on duty.
• Coaches are responsible to be for putting teams together. Teams should be as equal and balanced as possible.
• Rosters will be provided by the Program Coordinator. The rosters must be completed and turned in to the Program Coordinator prior to the first league game.
• Coaches must report any scheduling or roster concerns to the program Coordinator.

Qualifications:

• Must have knowledge of the fundamentals, rules, and skills of baseball.
• Ability to effectively communicate with and relate to participants, parents and co-workers.
• Position will require extensive contact with youth and minors.
• Need to be available from end of May to end of July. Hours will vary.
• Prior coaching experience in baseball preferred but not required.