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Job Title:
Assistant Coach, Baseball
Department:
Athletics
College/Division:
General University
Primary Job Posting Location:
Macon, GA 31207
Additional Job Posting Locations:
(Other locations that this position could be based)
Job Details:
Mercer University Athletics Department is searching for an Assistant Coach for Baseball on the Macon, Georgia campus.
Responsibilities:
The assistant coach is responsible for recruiting potential student-athletes. This position will scout opponents and assist with preparing game strategy, player development for offensive skills, and outfield/catching and defensive skills. The assistant coach will also assist in scheduling and travel arrangements, fundraising/athletic development, monitoring academic progress of student-athletes, and ordering and managing equipment. This position is also responsible for other duties as assigned.
Duties include:
Teaching/Coaching:
• Instruct, teach and coach student-athletes during practice and competition (Direct, encourage, and motivate athletes to prepare them for competitions).
• Instruct athletes on proper techniques of hitting, baserunning, and infield/outfield play of baseball.
• Encourage and promote high academic and athletic standards.
• Sets a high standard in academic and scholarly excellence, personal integrity, professional competence, and professional ethics.
• Teaching life skills to enrich the emotional well-being of the student-athlete through proper role modeling and the demonstration of high ethical standards and behavior.
• Works to prepare them for life after baseball as well as setting high standards for personal integrity and professional ethics.
• Conduct video analysis and instruction as a teaching and preparation tool.
• Plans practice and/or competition strategy.
Recruiting:
• Identify, evaluate and recruit potential team members.
• Retain current MU students as team members.
• Ensure that program meets annual squad size number.
• Ensure program recruiting activities adhere to University and NCAA Policies and Procedures.
Administration:
• Assist with travel arrangements.
• Assist with fundraising.
• Maintaining facilities and equipment.
• Monitoring academic progress of student-athletes.
Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university and prior collegiate playing or experience coaching baseball at the collegiate level, preferably in Division I, are required.
Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be insurable by the university's carrier.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Working knowledge of NCAA and Atlantic Sun conference rules in relation to baseball.
• NCAA/Atlantic Sun Conference recruiting test which allows the coach to recruit off-campus.
• A baseball oriented background.
• Ability to recruit quality student-athletes who have the capabilities to be successful in a challenging academic and athletic environment.

Background Check Contingencies:
- Criminal History
- Approved Driver's Check
Required Document Attachments:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- List of three professional references with contact information
About Mercer University
Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer's twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer's employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.
Why Work at Mercer University
Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more!
At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University.
For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective-employees/
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Job Family:
Staff Athletics Exempt
EEO Statement:
EEO/Veteran/Disability