Assistant Coach, Baseball
Location
Youngstown, Ohio
Job Type
Professional Administrative
Job Number
202600159
Division
Intercollegiate Athletics
Department
Baseball
Opening Date
05/29/2026
Bargaining Unit Status
Excluded from Any Bargaining Unit
Salary Grade
Z2
Full-time Equivalency
1.0
Summary of Position
Assists in coaching, recruiting, counseling, conditioning, and evaluating for the team as directed. Responsible for instructing student-athletes in how to perform their sport which may also include teaching courses related to competition in varsity athletic programs.
Position Information
Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Implements coaching strategies and teaching methods to develop student athletes skills and teamwork; analyzes performance of team and adjusts strategies as needed; evaluates opponents and develops game strategies; plans and conducts practices and other activities in preparation for competition; manages camps and clinics, if applicable.
Assists with the development of the team budget; analyzes historical expenditure fixtures; compiles projections for budget expenditures for various aspects of team operations; authorizes the expenditures of funds for team operations; monitors expenditures to ensure that they adhere to proscribed limitations; ensures that all expenditures are properly documented and in compliance with university and NCAA regulations; prepares expenditure reports as directed.
Conducts promotional activities for fundraising, recruitment, public relations, and other marketing activities; attends promotional events, community activities, and fundraisers; prepares promotional materials for distribution; prepares and delivers speeches and presentations at local community groups, fundraisers, athlete events, etc.
Assists with the administration of policies and procedures with respect to academic expectations for team members; communicates with academic advising staff regarding athletic academic performance; meets with athletes to review course load issues, degree requirements, course selections, etc.; counsels athletes on performance issues, study skills, and techniques for academic success.
Identifies and develops team strategy for recruitment; analyzes team needs in order to focus recruitment efforts; creates promotional strategy for contacting and recruiting prospective student athletes; develops promotional correspondence and materials for distribution to prospective recruits; conducts recruiting trips and activities in accordance with developed recruitment strategy; formulates recommendations concerning the award of athletic aid to targeted recruits.
Oversees assigned course loads; compiles lesson plans and related course materials; receives and responds to student inquiries; provides instruction to students in applicable subject matter; reviews student performance to determine appropriate grade or credit.
Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions.
Other Functions and Responsibilities: Coordinates video analysis/breakdown of practices, games, and strength training sessions.
Manages equipment inventory and related duties.
Develops and manages strength training program.
Drives passenger vans as required.
Assists with training new hires.
Performs other duties as assigned and/or required that are within the level of responsibility for this classification at the discretion of the supervisor.
Equipment Operated: Computer and all other standard office equipment.
Work Schedule: Travel and non-traditional hours.
Primary Location: Youngstown
Supervision Exercised: May exercise supervision over student employees. Supervision is exercised over support staff on temporary or intermittent basis and full supervision and management of program is exercised in absence of head coach.
Reports to: Head Coach
Qualifications and Competencies
Required Certifications, Training, and/or Licensures: CPR/AED/First Aid certifications; Annual NCAA Certification to recruit student athletes; and valid driver's license.*
Sponsorship and/or Work Authorization Status: This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of: NCAA rules and regulations; University policies and procedures; office practices and procedures; department/division goals and objectives; workplace safety practices and procedures*; English grammar and spelling; records management.
Skill in: Use of office equipment; typing, data entry; computer operation; use of computer software and other programs applicable to the assigned department/division*.
Ability to: Exhibit strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills; collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; determine material and equipment needs; use proper research methods to gather data; understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications; maintain records according to established procedures; effectively interact with personnel and public to answer routine questions; train or instruct others; move quickly and effectively from one tasks to another; work independently and in a team environment; develop and maintain effective working relationships.
(*) Developed after employment.
Minimum Qualifications: At least a bachelors degree; one or more years of collegiate baseball coaching experience; demonstrated experience in training and instructing athletes; knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations; and a valid drivers license.
Preferred Qualifications: NCAA baseball coaching experience, specifically in Division I.
Physical Requirements: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this position will perform light work.
Light: work involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects, requiring: (1) walking or standing to a significant degree; (2) sitting most of the time while pushing or pulling arm or leg controls; or (3) working at a production rate pace while constantly pushing or pulling materials even though the weight or the materials is negligible. (The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.)
At Youngstown State University we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees live healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance. YSU offers two options for medical plans, optional dental and vision insurance and life insurance. These plans are reviewed annually to maintain competitiveness while being cost effective. In addition, YSU offers tuition remission, 403(b) and 457 retirement planning options, as well as state pension programs and optional voluntary life insurance benefits.
Medical Mutual of Ohio Medical plans
Dental Benefits
Vision Benefits
Group Life Insurance (University Sponsored and Voluntary)
Group Long Term Disability (University Sponsored and Voluntary)
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Tuition remission
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Initiatives
Sick Leave
Vacation Accrual
Paid Holidays
State Retirement Programs
403b and 457b Voluntary Retirement Options
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Do you have at least a bachelors degree?
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Do you have one or more years of collegiate baseball coaching experience?
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Do you have demonstrated experience in training and instructing athletes?
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Do you have knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations?
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Do you have a valid drivers license?
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What is the highest level of education that you have attained?
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Please describe your related experience, including information describing how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Required Question
Employer Youngstown State University (OH)
Address 1 Tressel Way
Youngstown, Ohio, 44555
Phone 330-941-1508
Website http://www.ysu.edu