Assistant Baseball Coach

Assistant Baseball Coach Posting Details Posting Details Logo Institution Dakota State University Working Title Assistant Baseball Coach Posting Number

NFE03062P

Department DSU-Athletics Physical Location of Position (City) Madison Posting Text Are you passionate about hitting and player development? Look no further! Dakota State University is seeking a talented and dedicated individual to join our coaching staff as an Assistant Baseball Coach - Hitting Coach. This is a twelve-month, benefit eligible position. Join our program and make a lasting impact on the lives of our student-athletes.

About DSU Athletics:

Dakota State University competes in the NAIA and Frontier Conference. DSU is in the process of building new athletic facilities for all sports.

Responsibilities:

Hitting Coach and Player development: Run all day-to-day operations and development of the hitters. Assist in planning and implementing effective practice sessions, focusing on skill development, and strategy to maximize player potential.

Recruitment and Scouting:

Collaborate with the coaching staff to identify and recruit top talent, both locally and nationally. Attend high school games and showcases to evaluate prospective student-athletes.

Game-Day Preparation:

Coordinate scouting reports, contribute to game-day strategies, including lineup decisions, in-game adjustments, and player positioning. Assist with game plan development and player readiness.

Eligibility and Academic Support:

Organize eligibility compliance. Provide guidance and support to student-athletes in balancing their academic commitments with athletic responsibilities. Encourage academic success and monitor progress to ensure eligibility requirements are met.

Camp Coordination:

Coordinate and assist in organizing baseball camps and clinics for youth and prospective athletes, overseeing logistics, participant registration, and program execution.

Leadership and Role Modeling:

Serve as a positive role model, fostering a culture of discipline and teamwork among the athletes. Instill values of selflessness, excellence, and energy both on and off the field. Organize community service and team building activities.

Operations:

Assist with fundraising efforts, team travel organization, field maintenance, and equipment management.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree is required. Previous collegiate hitting experience as a player and/or coach. Strong knowledge of baseball techniques, strategies, and rules. Knowledge of the evaluation and assessment of student-athlete skills and abilities. Ability to identify and successfully recruit talented prospective student athletes for the sport of baseball. Ability to motivate and empower team members. Initiative to solve problems. Excellent written and verbal communication and people skills to effectively connect with student-athletes, coaching staff, and university stakeholders. Strong organizational and planning skills. Commitment to the academic success and personal development of student athletes. Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required by the position. Ability to throw BP and hit fungo. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

Player-centered hitting development philosophy, Certifications or strong working knowledge of Blast Motion, Rapsodo Hitting, and Driveline Foundations of Hitting, or Previous experience in college baseball recruiting.

Benefits:

Flexible benefits package - health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, hospital indemnity insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, health reimbursement account. South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive 6% fully matched contributions from SDRS and are vested after three years of service. Paid time off - full time 12-month employees earn 15 days per year of annual leave and 14 days of sick leave per year. In addition, employees receive 11 federal paid holidays. Reduced tuition for education. Professional liability Paid family leave How to

Apply:

DSU accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. Please submit a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts, and a list of at least three references. For questions concerning the position, contact Alicia Entringer at Alicia.entringer@dsu.edu. Applications will begin to be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled. Posting Date 05/13/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date Advertised Salary NFE Pay Grade RC2: Starting at $38,000.00 Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100% Work Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Faculty Status No Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays, CDL with enhancements, Valid Drivers License If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations In addition to the exciting professional opportunities at Dakota State University, employees will have the privilege of enjoying the benefits of Madison, South Dakota. Nestled in the heart of the state, Madison offers a unique blend of small-town charm and modern amenities, creating an ideal environment for work-life balance. The city boasts a range of recreational activities, from picturesque parks to outdoor events, fostering a sense of community engagement and well-being. Madison's scenic landscapes and proximity to nearby lakes provide ample opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, whether it be fishing, hiking, or simply enjoying the beauty of the great outdoors. Madison's location within South Dakota provides easy access to larger cities, cultural events, and regional attractions. Madison is only a short 50 minute drive from South Dakota's largest city, Sioux Falls. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement DSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and DSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing DSU-HumanResources@dsu.edu. E-Verify, EOE. Contact Information Working Conditions Cognitive Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-average, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication Protective Clothing/Equipment Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. If other protection is used please identify Physical Requirements Please designate the physical requirements of this position Balancing, Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Climbing Ladders, Climbing Stairs, Crawling, Crouching, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting light, Lifting heavy, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Squatting, Standing for sustained periods of time, Stretching, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating) Describe any of the conditions selected Sensory Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Color Vision, Depth Perception, Distant Vision, Hearing, Near Vision, Peripheral Vision, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses) Working Conditions & Exposures Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Changes of Temperature, Exposure to Dust, Extreme Cold, Extreme Heat >100F, Extreme Weather Conditions (wind, rain, snow, humidity), Walking/Standing on rough or uneven surfaces (gravel, rocks, etc), Work Overhead, Working Around Machinery Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above Working Environment Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Athletic/Wellness Facilities, Classroom Environment, Office Environment, Outdoors Environment If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.