Job Details

Assistant Baseball Coach/Director of Player Development

Position Number: 6475411
Location: West Long Branch, NJ
Position Type: Athletics/Coaching

Assistant Baseball Coach/Director of Player Development

Job Category: Athletics
Requisition Number: ASSTB001201
Posted: August 15, 2025
Full Time
On-site
Rate: $43,123 USD per year

Monmouth University Main Campus
West Long Branch, NJ

Monmouth University is seeking an Assistant Baseball Coach/Director of Player Development in the Athletics department.

The candidate would be expected to oversee player development and be directly responsible for the hitters or the pitcher staff. The hitting position candidate would be expected to coordinate a hitting program that would include but would not be limited to developing, implementing and recommending game day modifications as well as game planning; conduct a year-round training program for hitters; coach a designated defensive position.

The pitching position candidate would be expected to: coach and lead pitching staff. Develop, implement and enhance daily training programs for pitchers; utilize available technologies for player development.

Also, the candidate will work in conjunction with training staff to oversee strength and conditioning as well as arm care.

This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.
Duties and Responsibilities:

Coach and lead Pitching Staff or Hitters.
Serve as the Director of Player Development and oversee the entire year-round training process; serve as the direct supervisor of skill development – this process will include creation of a written year-round plan for pitchers, creation of off-season conditioning, and placing athletes in appropriate summer baseball leagues.
Oversee NCAA compliance with student-athletes – performed daily.
Oversee the academic development of baseball student-athletes and monitor academic progress of student athletes – performed daily throughout the academic year.
Perform all customary NCAA Division I recruiting practices, including off-campus evaluations, phone calls, and on-campus visits, to be performed year-round in conjunction with the NCAA recruiting calendar.
Responsible for adhering to policies and procedures governing the Department of Athletics and the University and any applicable rules and regulations associated with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), the Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) or any other conference or organization with which the University is or becomes associated with which affects University Athletics.
Coordinate Alumni Baseball Game.
Coordinate and be directly responsible for all programing, planning and implementation involving “First Pitch Dinner”.
Coordinate community service programs for the baseball team.
Assist with summer high school camp and lead winter youth clinics.
Assist with team travel.
Prepare scouting reports on opponents.
Represent University and baseball program at professional meetings, alumni events as well as other meetings/functions.
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree.
Baseball playing and coaching experience at the collegiate level.
Availability to work flexible hours, especially late nights and a flexible summer schedule.
CPR and NCAA recruiting certification must be attained within six months from date of hire.
A valid driver's license in your state of residence and have had no serious violations (Type A) within the past five (5) years and no more than three (3) moving violations (Type B) in the past three (3) years. University Policy found here: Monmouth University Vehicle Use Policy.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
Must have an understanding of the University's concern for academics as well as athletic excellence.

Preferred Qualifications:

Division I level playing and college coaching experience
Proficiency in coaching college pitchers or college hitters
NCAA recruiting experience
Knowledge of Synergy, Rapsodo, Trackman and 643

Additional Application Material Required:
Monmouth University requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted via the university's career portal. In addition to the application, candidates must upload the following documents. Applications will not be considered complete for review until all required documents are uploaded.

Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter

Optional Documents:

Professional References

Questions regarding this search should be directed to:
Barbara Santos at bsantos@monmouth.edu or 732-263-5629

Note to Applicants:
Please keep in mind that a job posted as “Open until filled” may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.
Working at Monmouth University perks:

403(b) Retirement Plan (8% employer contribution)
Generous Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Benefits
Tuition Remission for employee upon hire
Tuition Remission for spouse or civil-union partner and IRS dependent
after one-year of full-time continuous employment
Generous Paid Time Off
Employer paid Short & Long-Term Disability
Employer sponsored Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), FSA, Telehealth and more

To view a full list of benefits, visit our benefits page at: Employee Benefits Information | Human Resources | Monmouth University

Department:
Athletics

Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday and as required for the position.

Total Weeks Per Year
52

Hours Per Week:
36.25

Expected Salary:
$43,123 - $49,123

Union:
N/A

Job Posting Close Date - Open until filled

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