What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Baseball Coach position at Bismarck Youth Baseball?
Overview
A travel baseball coach hired by Bismarck Youth Baseball will be involved with various tasks intended to further the development of travel baseball players based upon Bismarck Youth Baseball’s mission and core values. A travel baseball coach hired for this position is required to conduct practices, motivate players to succeed, and instruct players in the rules, regulations, proper use of equipment, and techniques of the sport.
Duties and Responsibilities
Specific duties include, but may not be limited to:
- Establish and execute practice plans.
- Communication with players, parents, and BYB staff.
- Maintain a professional structure and attitude at all times.
- Respect all tournament and game officials.
- Develop players with pitching, catching, hitting, fielding, and remaining aspects of the game.
- Build a strong team culture and strive for success on and off the field.
- Help players develop a passion for the game.
- Follow and promote BYB’s program’s values and coaching manual.
Qualifications
- High school degree.
- Prior coaching and/or playing experience (high school, college, or professional).
- Need to be available from early-May to mid-August. Hours will vary.
- Additional training and development coaching opportunities may be available for those available prior to early-May.
- Knowledge in the sport of baseball and commitment to working with youth and families.
- Have the patience to teach, and the ability to relate and understand children with different baseball skill sets.
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel.
- Punctual and reliable for team events and practices.
- Ability to pass a background check.
- Able to lift up to 30 pounds or heavier lifting with other employees.
- Coaches are required to be at least 18 years of age.
Additional Information
salary commensurate with experience and does vary based on the team's needs and schedule.
Questions? Contact Andrew Feist, Executive Director at andrew@BismarckYouthBaseball.org.
Job Types: Seasonal, Internship
Pay: $3,000.00 - $4,000.00 per year
Ability to Commute:
- Bismarck, ND 58502 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Bismarck, ND 58502: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $3,000 - $4,000