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Step Up to the Plate: Assistant Baseball Coach Wanted!

Are you passionate about baseball and committed to shaping the next generation of athletes? The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) is looking for an inspiring, driven Assistant Coach to join our Baseball team!

What You’ll Do:

+ Work hand-in-hand with the Head Coach to run practices, develop game strategies, and support daily team operations.

+ Mentor and motivate student-athletes—both on and off the field—to realize their full academic and athletic potential.

+ Assist in recruiting talented players and building lasting relationships with prospective students and their families.

+ Help organize games, travel, and logistics, ensuring everything runs smoothly from first pitch to final out.

+ Support individual player development through strength & conditioning sessions, skill drills, and constructive feedback.

+ Be a role model, foster sportsmanship, and ensure a safe, welcoming team culture.

Why UMF?

+ Join a respected athletics tradition within a friendly, supportive campus community.

+ Make a real difference in the lives of student-athletes as a mentor and coach.

+ Take pride in building a competitive program where leadership and teamwork are valued as much as winning.

+ Enjoy the beautiful surroundings and spirited campus life in the heart of Maine.

The baseball season traditionally runs from January through May, with a non-traditional fall season from September through November. This is a part-time temporary position that will compensate up to $3,500.

Essential Duties

+ Participates in games and practices, including organization and implementation of daily practices.

+ Coaches in competition and training.

+ Prepares film breakdown and analysis; presents analysis to team members.

+ Plans and prepares for games and training.

+ Assists in organizes team travel and meals.

+ Assists with scouting, recruitment, and strategy development.

+ Supports player and leadership development.

+ Contributes to strength and conditioning program, including one-on-one strength, and conditioning work with student athletes.

+ Provides support and encouragement to student athletes.

+ Recruits and retains talented athletes; builds relationships with prospective student athletes and their families through email, phone, and one-on-one meetings.

+ Understands NCAA and North Atlantic Conference (NAC) rules, compliance, and laws.

+ Ensures the safety and well-being of student athletes.

+ Serves as an effective role model for college-age students.

+ Assists with day-to-day operations of the Baseball program.

+ Provides effective communication to head coach.

+ Collaborates effectively with other Department of Athletics’ team members.

+ Attends and participates in department trainings.

Note: UMF reserves the right to change or assign additional duties as necessary.

Required Competencies

+ Planning and Organizing

+ Adaptability

+ Problem-solving and Decision-making

+ High degree of Integrity

+ Demonstrated computer proficiency and knowledge

+ Demonstrated a team-oriented culture and collaboration

+ Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving

+ The ability to communicate effectively

+ Deep understanding of baseball

Required Qualifications

+ High school diploma or equivalent

+ Valid driver's license (in good standing, based on UMS standards)

+ Availability for practices and weekend competitive schedule

+ Experience with the skills of Baseball

Preferred Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree

+ Collegiate competitive experience/coaching

+ Sports recruiting experience

Love baseball? Love helping others grow? Ready to coach with heart? Apply now and help UMF Men’s Baseball aim higher—one inning at a time!

How to apply:

Materials must be submitted via the "Apply Now" button below. You will be required to create an applicant profile and application. Additionally, you must upload the following:

+ Cover letter

+ Resume

+ Contact information for three (3) professional references

Important items to know about the recruitment process:

+ We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship.

+ Incomplete recruitment materials will not be considered.

+ If materials are received after the recruitment deadline, review will be at the discretion of the University.

+ The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screenings.

In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207-581-1226. TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

Clery Act

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About the University of Maine System

The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS (https://www.maine.edu/strategic-plan/) and the state of Maine.

Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine's diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine's exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website (https://visitmaine.com/plan-your-visit/relocating-to-maine) .