ASSISTANT BASEBALL COACH / ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT ASSISTANT

Number of Openings:                       1

Employee Classification:                  Non-Exempt

Institution:                                       Cleveland State Community College

Department:                                     Athletics/Baseball

Campus Location:                            Cleveland, TN

Salary Range:                                  $16.00 hr

Position Status:                               Part-Time Temporary / *Not to exceed 29 hours/week

Cleveland State Community College is a comprehensive, two-year post-secondary institution, located in Cleveland, Tennessee. Cleveland State is committed to providing open access and quality education to all students. A Tennessee Board of Regents institution, Cleveland State is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). At Cleveland State, our mission is to build strong minds, careers and communities through exceptional teaching and learning, workforce development and service. We wish to hire individuals with similar values who can help us accomplish those goals.

Special Instructions to Applicants: 

To be considered for a position at Cleveland State, you must complete an online application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated solely based on the information provided in your application. Any work experience not included will not be considered for meeting the minimum requirements or determining compensation for the position.

Please note the following: 

• Attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form.
• Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience. 

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Head Baseball Coach, the Assistant Baseball Coach / Athletic Department Assistant provides support in all aspects of the baseball program. This position will work with pitchers and focus on development of the pitching staff. In addition, the position provides support and assistance in facility maintenance, including all aspects of the college’s baseball and softball fields. This position will also assist in game management for other college athletics programs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Baseball Assistant Coach (pitching)

• Be available for all team practices, games and functions.
• Familiarity with up to date pitching programs, methods, analytics and instruction.
• Assist in organizing and running team practices.
• Operate team social media accounts.
• Operate all team technology (live stream, Synergy, video, radar gun, etc.).
• Monitor team strengthening and conditioning exercises.
• Prepare baseball scouting reports.
• Assist in fundraising efforts.
• Assist in the student athletic recruitment process.
• Assist in baseball and softball facility maintenance.
• Assist head coach in organizing and participating in team-related activities.
• Other administrative duties as assigned.by head baseball coach.

Athletic Department Assistant

• Assist in Fitness Center Coverage (ex: during operating hours)
• Assist the Director of Athletics in Game Management of home athletic events
• Other duties as assigned by Director of Athletics

EQUIPMENT

• Work activities routinely involve work with tools and equipment related to athletics and physical fitness.
• Activities also involve work with personal computers and peripheral devices, as well as basic office machines.
• Must be a licensed driver and able to operate a rental vans.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strong and effective interpersonal skills. 
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of procedures to be followed in the event of an emergency.
• Demonstrated proficiency with various software packages including Microsoft office and Google suite.

JOB STANDARDS/QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or High School equivalency diploma required, Associates Degree preferred.
• A minimum of three (3) years of coaching experience is required.
• Ability to work with various populations (ie: student athletes, campus departments/employees, community members, etc.), as part of a team and work with others.

JOB LOCATION

This position is an on-site role located in the L. Quentin Lane Gymnasium, located on the main campus of Cleveland State Community College.  Regular travel to athletic events at other institutions is expected.

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Applicants may be subject to a background check and credit check.

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If you are interested, click on the link to apply. 

Applications can be assured full consideration if submitted by July 1, 2025. 

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Human Resources Office
Telephone: 423-478-6203; FAX: 423-478-6257
Email: humanresources@clevelandstatecc.edu

Website: www.clevelandstatecc.edu

The following link will direct you to a reporting section of the college’s website:  How Do I Report