Baseball Assistant Coach (Part-Time)

Step Up to the Plate: Assistant Baseball Coach Wanted!

Are you passionate about baseball and committed to shaping the next generation of athletes? The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) is looking for an inspiring, driven Assistant Coach to join our Baseball team!

What You’ll Do:

• Work hand-in-hand with the Head Coach to run practices, develop game strategies, and support daily team operations.
• Mentor and motivate student-athletes—both on and off the field—to realize their full academic and athletic potential.
• Assist in recruiting talented players and building lasting relationships with prospective students and their families.
• Help organize games, travel, and logistics, ensuring everything runs smoothly from first pitch to final out.
• Support individual player development through strength & conditioning sessions, skill drills, and constructive feedback.
• Be a role model, foster sportsmanship, and ensure a safe, welcoming team culture.

Why UMF?

• Join a respected athletics tradition within a friendly, supportive campus community.
• Make a real difference in the lives of student-athletes as a mentor and coach.
• Take pride in building a competitive program where leadership and teamwork are valued as much as winning.
• Enjoy the beautiful surroundings and spirited campus life in the heart of Maine.

The baseball season traditionally runs from January through May, with a non-traditional fall season from September through November. This is a part-time temporary position that will compensate up to $3,500. 

Essential Duties

• Participates in games and practices, including organization and implementation of daily practices.
• Coaches in competition and training.
• Prepares film breakdown and analysis; presents analysis to team members.
• Plans and prepares for games and training.
• Assists in organizes team travel and meals.
• Assists with scouting, recruitment, and strategy development.
• Supports player and leadership development.
• Contributes to strength and conditioning program, including one-on-one strength, and conditioning work with student athletes.
• Provides support and encouragement to student athletes.
• Recruits and retains talented athletes; builds relationships with prospective student athletes and their families through email, phone, and one-on-one meetings.
• Understands NCAA and North Atlantic Conference (NAC) rules, compliance, and laws.
• Ensures the safety and well-being of student athletes.
• Serves as an effective role model for college-age students.
• Assists with day-to-day operations of the Baseball program.
• Provides effective communication to head coach.
• Collaborates effectively with other Department of Athletics’ team members.
• Attends and participates in department trainings.

Note: UMF reserves the right to change or assign additional duties as necessary.

Required Competencies

• Planning and Organizing
• Adaptability
• Problem-solving and Decision-making
• High degree of Integrity 
• Demonstrated computer proficiency and knowledge 
• Demonstrated a team-oriented culture and collaboration
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving
• The ability to communicate effectively
• Deep understanding of baseball

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license (in good standing, based on UMS standards)
• Availability for practices and weekend competitive schedule
• Experience with the skills of Baseball

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Collegiate competitive experience/coaching
• Sports recruiting experience

 

Love baseball? Love helping others grow? Ready to coach with heart? Apply now and help UMF Men’s Baseball aim higher—one inning at a time!

How to apply:

Materials must be submitted via the "Apply Now" button below. You will be required to create an applicant profile and application. Additionally, you must upload the following:

• Cover letter 
• Resume
• Contact information for three (3) professional references 

Important items to know about the recruitment process:

• We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship.
• Incomplete recruitment materials will not be considered.  
• If materials are received a