Head Baseball Coach

Mercyhurst University, an NCAA Division I member of the Northeast Conference (NEC), invites applications for the position of Head Baseball Coach. They are responsible for obtaining advanced knowledge of Baseball that has been acquired by significant experience coaching or playing in a post-secondary environment of commensurate experience; ensuring all relevant Mercyhurst University, NEC, and NCAA rules and regulations are followed, including, but not limited to, student-athlete eligibility, recruiting, financial aid, scheduling, and academic progress; ensuring compliance with Mercyhurst University, NEC, and NCAA rules by student-athletes and sport-related staff; promoting academic excellence, integrity, and graduation; monitoring academic progress, academic meetings, class scheduling, and attendance; teaching fundamental skills and techniques, while preparing, leading, and executing practice and game plans for both championship and non-championship seasons; preparing, managing, and maximizing program operating budget with established fundraising goals; providing leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student-athletes; directing and managing the Baseball Program recruiting efforts of prospective student-athletes to include the following: maintain a database, observe practices and games, host on campus visits, initiate and respond to phone calls, emails, and mailings; ordering and maintaining appropriate uniforms, equipment, and supplies; coordinating team travel for competitions to include van or bus itineraries, lodging, and meals; planning, promoting, and conducting camps, clinics, and/or lessons; establishing a positive relationship with the media; establishing, maintaining, and being responsive to community and programmatic contacts; developing meaningful relationships with prospective, current, and former student-athletes; participating in fundraising, community service, and engagement programs, assigned and/or coordinated by the Department of Athletics; leading efforts to enhance the overall student-athlete experience, as well as seeking out and taking advantage of opportunities to serve on sport-related committees. Learn more about this opportunity via the Head Baseball Coach position summary.

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