Head Baseball Coach Position Available In Mercer, New Jersey

Head Baseball Coach The College of New Jersey

• 4.4 Ewing, NJ Job Details Full-time $71,400.87
• $82,106.51 a year 15 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Life insurance Pet insurance Qualifications CPR Certification 3 years Master’s degree Bachelor’s degree First Aid Certification Fundraising Recruiting Organizational skills Senior level Baseball Leadership Full Job Description Requisition Title
• Head Baseball Coach (25000557) Description To enrich education through diversity, The College of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment, and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Close Date:

July 7, 2025

Job Title:

Head Baseball Coach Union Description:

AFT

• Assistant Director 2

Job Category:

Exempt, 35 hour

Workweek Salary Range:

Range 24

• $ 71,400.87
• $ 82,106.

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Position Summary:

This is a 12-month full time position that resides in the Athletic Department within the Division of Student Affairs. This position reports directly to the Executive Director of Athletics. The Head Coach is responsible for the direction, instruction, and supervision of the Baseball program as well as the oversight and development of assistant coaches and other personnel such as team managers, student workers, and volunteers. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, operations of the assigned sport, compliance with all NCAA and NJAC rules & regulations, adherence to the standards & values of TCNJ and the Athletic Department, recruitment & development of qualified student-athletes, academic support & integrity, competition scheduling & preparation, practice planning & implementation, budget management, fundraising, and alumni relations.

Main Responsibilities:

COACHING

Sport Instruction & Coaching Philosophy

• Practice planning, skill development & sport instruction.

Contest scheduling, scouting of opponents and competition preparation. Maintain student centered philosophy aligned with the

NCAA DIII

Philosophy. Maintain current on sport coaching strategies and techniques; adjust coaching style as needed to provide a safe and challenging environment for student-athletes and the team that motivates, encourages, and promotes growth. S tudent-Athlete Experience

• Consistently provide a positive student-athlete experience.

Mentor, develop and provide leadership, for student-athletes academic, athletics, and social performance. Monitor student-athlete academic performance. Promote the general physical and mental health & well-being of student-athletes. Utilize campus resources to provide academic, health & wellness support/guidance as needed. Plan and execute team community service and service learning projects. Identify and participate in community engagement opportunities on and off campus. Compliance

• Demonstrate knowledge and strict compliance with all

NCAA, NJAC & TCNJ

rules and regulations. Maintain active and updated roster database. Complete and keep up to date on required trainings and certifications. Supervision & Development

• Supervise, manage, and develop assistant coaches to be active and supportive member of the coaching staff.

Supervise and manage student-athletes, volunteers, managers, and student workers. Manage and supervise student & staff team travel.

RECRUITING

Develop and execute strategic recruiting plan. Attend a variety of high school, club, and organized sport games & tournaments to recruit qualified and diverse student-athletes. Host camps, clinics, & prospect days to increase community& recruiting engagement. Work to recruit within the guidelines of admissions standards, timelines, and expectations. Host prospective student-athletes on official campus visits and actively pursue and sell recruits on choosing

TCNJ. ADMINISTRATION

Collaboration & Communication

• Adhere to the values and guidelines of TCNJ and the Athletic Department including but not limited to the Athletic Department Policies and Procedures Manual, The Lion Way, and Head Coach Top 10 Responsibilities.

Attend meetings, events, conferences, and trainings as required. Attend functions as a representative of your team and the department. Maintain positive relationships with various departments across campus including but not limited to the Dean of Students Office, Alumni Affairs, Development, Health and Wellness, Recreation, and Campus Police. Budget Management & Fundraising

• Assist with budget formulation and managing team budget. Develop and execute strategic fundraising plan to cover costs of items not allotted with the department budget. Work closely with Executive Director of Athletics to identify potential donors and cultivate relationships. Alumni Engagement
• Maintain active and updated alumni database.

Maintain and develop alumni relationships, keep alumni engaged with the team, athletic department, & TCNJ. Promote and encourage alumni involvement at various team/department functions. Contribute to department alumni functions. initiatives. emails and newsletters. Other duties, as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited college/university with a Bachelors degree supplemented by a Masters degree in a field related to the position or equivalency as determined by the appointing authority. Minimum of3 years college coaching experience. Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. Demonstrated experience successfully recruiting high achieving student-athletes. Demonstrated commitment to the academic success, personal growth, and athletic development of student-athletes. Experience with alumni relations and fundraising strongly desired. Strong knowledge and understanding of the sport of Baseball and team and individual skill development. Ability to teach, inspire, direct, and lead student-athletes. Ability to serve as a positive role model and mentor. Must have strong knowledge of & ensure compliance with all NCAA, NJAC and TCNJ regulations and philosophies. Certified in first aid, CPR & AED. Strong organizational skills along with the ability to effectively communicate, supervise, implement, and lead. Ability to lead, supervise, train, and direct assistant coaches, volunteers, team managers, and student workers. Strong knowledge and demonstration of recruiting qualified student-athletes. Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for the position.

Employer Qualifications:

Final offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and reference checks. About

TCNJ TCNJ

is a highly selective institution that has earned national recognition for its commitment to excellence. Founded in 1855, TCNJ has become an exemplar of the best in public higher education and is consistently acknowledged as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. TCNJ currently is ranked as one of the 75 “Most Competitive” schools in the nation by Barron’s Profiles of American Colleges and is rated the No. 1 public institution in the northern region of the country by U.S. News & World Report. TCNJ was named the #10 value in public higher education by the Princeton review in 2009 and, in 2006, was awarded a Phi Beta Kappa chapter

• an honor shared by less than 10 percent of colleges and universities nationally. A strong liberal arts core forms the foundation for programs offered through TCNJ’s seven schools
• Arts & Communication; Business; Education; Humanities and Social Sciences; Science; Nursing, Health, and Exercise Science; and Engineering.

TCNJ faculty members are teacher-scholars who share a commitment to liberal learning. TCNJ is located within an hour, by train, of New York City and Philadelphia. The College’s campus is set on 289 tree-lined acres in suburban Ewing Township and is known for its natural beauty and has 39 major buildings.

Employee Benefits:

As a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a part of an exciting and rewarding public university career. Eligible full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a generous benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement benefits, including: Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and prescription plans Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings Program Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement Program Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group life insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee affinity groups New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park tickets, etc.) Access to extensive learning opportunities To view a comprehensive list of benefits available to employees, visit our Health Benefits Plans and Programs page to learn more!

Application Instructions :

Qualified candidates should apply online and submit a letter of interest, resume (CV), as well as the names and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be considered until a viable candidate is selected.

Primary Location:

Athletic Rec Center

• Recreation and Wellness Work Locations:

  Athletic Rec Center

• Recreation and Wellness 2000 Pennington Rd Ewing Township 08628

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Jun 24, 2025, 9:17:32 AM