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Youth Baseball Assistant Coach

Detroit, MI · On-site

Support Head Coach: * Supports the Tigers Nike RBI Baseball Head Coach in all phases of RBI ... Teaches Baseball skills in one or more specialty areas (i.e., pitchers, catchers, hitting, infield ...

AEG

Senior Director, Field Operations

San Jose, CA · On-site

$95K - $105K/yr

Moisture rise is a state-of-the-art subterranean infield watering system that allows moisture to be ... Communicate clearly and work well with fellow employees, coaches, and players. * Must obtain and ...

Jobless

$55 - $75/hr

Maintain and restore softball field areas, including infield skin, home plate, pitching circle, and ... Coordinate with coaching staff and school officials on schedules, game days, camps, and weather ...

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Sports Turf Manager - TXAMSA

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$55 - $75/hr

Maintain and restore softball field areas, including infield skin, home plate, pitching circle, and ... Coordinate with coaching staff and school officials on schedules, game days, camps, and weather ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for infield coach in the United States is $19.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an infield coach?

An Infield Coach is a member of a baseball or softball team’s coaching staff who specializes in training and developing the skills of infield players, such as first, second, and third basemen, as well as shortstops. Their responsibilities include teaching proper fielding techniques, positioning, footwork, and strategies for various game situations. Infield Coaches often work closely with players during practices and games to improve defensive play and overall team performance. They also analyze opponents and help implement defensive shifts and tactics to maximize efficiency. Their expertise is crucial in preventing errors and enhancing the defensive strength of the team.

What are the primary challenges an infield coach faces when working with players at different skill levels?

An Infield Coach often works with players who have a wide range of abilities and experiences, making it challenging to tailor drills and feedback to individual needs. Balancing the development of fundamental techniques for less experienced players with advanced strategies for seasoned athletes requires flexibility and strong communication skills. Additionally, fostering team cohesion while addressing individual performance can be demanding, but it is crucial for overall defensive success. Effective Infield Coaches use varied coaching methods and closely monitor progress to ensure every player continues to improve.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an infield coach, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Infield Coach, you need a strong background in baseball fundamentals, infield techniques, and prior coaching or playing experience at a competitive level. Familiarity with video analysis tools, player development software, and safety certifications such as CPR are often required. Excellent communication, leadership, and motivational skills help foster player growth and teamwork. These abilities are essential for effectively developing infielders’ skills, ensuring strategic game play, and creating a positive, high-performance environment.
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Youth Baseball Assistant Coach

AEG

Detroit, MI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Support the Head Coach in all phases of the RBI Baseball program, including training, practice, and game activities.

  • Travel to youth tournaments, MLB RBI Regionals, MLB RBI World Series, and other youth programs as required.

  • Assist in designing, planning, and implementing baseball training, conditioning, practice, and competition programs.

Job description

In order to be considered for this role, after clicking "Apply Now" above and being redirected, you must fully complete the application process on the follow-up screen.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Passion for using sports as a platform to positively impact kids' character and development of life skills and values.
  • Superior organization, communication, and leadership skills.
  • Travel to youth tournaments, MLB RBI Regionals, MLB RBI World Series, and other youth programs.
  • Must be willing to work morning, evening, weekend, and extended days and hours may be required.
    Detroit Tigers:
  • Commitment to build relationships with RBI stakeholders.
  • Support by participation in Detroit Tigers Community Impact programs as needed.
    Support Head Coach:
  • Supports the Tigers Nike RBI Baseball Head Coach in all phases of RBI Baseball program.
  • Commitment to complete mandatory MLB & Club training requirements (i.e. U.S. Center for SafeSport and Positive Coaching Alliance)
  • Assists in the design, planning, and implementation of Baseball training, conditioning, practice, and competition programs
  • Teaches Baseball skills in one or more specialty areas (i.e., pitchers, catchers, hitting, infield, outfield) during practices, games, and individual/group training sessions
  • If assigned, accepts coaching assignment that will prepare scouting reports, game plans, and scorecards
  • If assigned, accepts coaching assignment to organize all athlete uniform needs and equipment requests
    Optional Programs:
  • Fall Team Tryouts: ability to host a fall try out, to build rosters before any offseason workouts.
  • Fall Ball: opportunity to coordinate short schedule tournaments after RBI World Series.
  • Offseason/Winter Development: ability to host indoor training & conditioning program.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Action Oriented: Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with high energy and enthusiasm.
  • Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences; to meet people where they're at.
  • Plans and Aligns: Establishes courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently. Develops ways to get work done; managing time and resources to effectively organize people and activities.
  • Interpersonal Effectiveness: Openly and culturally appropriately communicates with diverse groups of people. Awareness of cultural responsiveness.
  • Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
  • Critical Thinking: Practices objective rather than subjective modes of reasoning and action. Maintains perspective when assessing qualitative and quantitative information, to ensure decisions align with the mission of the department. Appropriately challenging and questioning status quo beliefs & practices.
  • Problem Solving: Builds a deliberate approach to address challenges and opportunities; manages situations by drawing on one's knowledge and experiences, calling on other references, resources, and seeking additional support from colleagues.
  • Coachability: Being receptive to feedback, willing to learn, embracing continuous improvement and growth.
    Education and Experience:
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • 3+ years of experience coaching 18u travel, high school, or collegiate level Baseball teams.
  • Experience managing or leading diverse coaching staffs and players
  • Strong public speaking skills that connects with 14-18 year old athletes.
  • Strong knowledge of Baseball skills and strategy.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Excellent oral & written communication skills; bilingual, fluent in English & Spanish.
  • Professional or collegiate Baseball playing or coaching experience.
  • First Aid, CPR and/or any other applicable certifications.

All items listed above are illustrative and not comprehensive. They are not contractual in nature and are subject to change at the discretion of Detroit Tigers.
Detroit Tigers is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Company will strive to provide reasonable accommodations to permit qualified applicants who have a need for an accommodation to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a job interview) if so requested.
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51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Saint Louis, MO, US

Year founded

1992

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