Assistant Baseball Coach

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

Job Overview

Reporting to the Head Baseball Coach, the Assistant Coach recruits, retains, supervises, and coaches NCAA Division I student-athletes, under the guidelines of Georgetown, the BIG EAST Conference and NCAA.  Carries out duties within the stated philosophy of Georgetown athletics and its educational mission.  Follows all institutional, conference and NCAA rules and regulations to insure compliance.  With general policy guidance from the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach will make decisions to successfully achieve department goals and objectives, and be accountable for the development of team policies and goals.  The Assistant Coach will actively participate in practices and competitions, including, but not limited to, game preparation (including developing strategies and game plans), practice planning, skill and video sessions (including working individually with, advising, and critiquing student-athletes to develop and improve their skills), scouting opposing teams and players (including analyzing their strengths and weaknesses), scheduling, weight training and fitness programs.  The Assistant Coach will evaluate prospective student-athletes, analyze and determine their abilities and whether they may succeed athletically and academically at Georgetown.  Will recommend or determine which prospective student-athletes the team should focus its time and resources to recruit, and contact and recruit such prospects.  Additional duties include the monitoring of student-athlete academic performance; conducting, advising, and counseling student-athletes regarding performance and conduct; identifying and addressing student-athlete welfare issues; and, representing the University in donor/alumni public relations and community programs.

Work Interactions

Reports to the Head Baseball Coach.  The Head Coach reports to the Director of Athletics (or designee).  There are approximately 50 positions (full-time, part-time and volunteer) called Assistant Coach who support all intercollegiate programs.  There are two full-time Assistant Coaches for baseball.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required

• 1-3 years of experience directly related to duties and responsibilities specified, preferably at college or university, or equivalent combination of education and experience; knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

• Current First Aid/CPR certification is preferred

• Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the game of baseball.

• Knowledge of NCAA regulations and guidelines governing the recruitment, academic eligibility requirements, and retention of student-athletes

• Knowledge of athletics recruitment methods and techniques

• Ability to create a database for all prospects

• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments

• Strong organizational skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills that demonstrate an ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment

• General knowledge of budget preparation and fiscal management.

• Valid driver’s license with good driving record; must be insurable

• Proficient in computer use and relevant Microsoft applications

• Available weekends and evenings

Work Mode Designation 

This position has been designated as On Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

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