Title: NSU Head Baseball Coach

State Role Title: Professional - Lecturer

Hiring Range: Commensurate with Credentials and Experience

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Norfolk State University

Location: Norfolk State University

Agency Website: www.nsu.edu

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Head Baseball Coach is responsible for leading and managing all facets of a competitive Division I baseball program. Key duties include, but are not limited to:
• Designing and implementing effective coaching strategies and practice plans.
• Recruiting and retaining quality student-athletes.
• Scouting opponents and developing game plans.
• Supporting academic success, retention, and graduation of student-athletes.
• Monitoring compliance with NCAA, MEAC, and university rules and regulations.
• Managing program budgets and team travel.
• Developing relationships with alumni, donors, and community stakeholders to support fundraising and promotional efforts.
• Promoting sportsmanship, team unity, and an inclusive culture of respect and accountability.
• Supervising assistant coaches and staff.
• Fostering the holistic development of student-athletes on and off the field.

The Head Coach must maintain a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and travel for recruiting and competition. The position requires physical activity consistent with coaching, including lifting and carrying equipment and supplies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or equivalent professional playing experience.
• A minimum of seven years of collegiate or professional coaching experience.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting and student-athlete development.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and a record of compliance.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• A successful criminal background check is required.

Additional Considerations

• Previous NCAA Division I head coaching experience.
• Ten years of coaching experience at the collegiate or professional level.
• Established recruiting ties in the Mid-Atlantic region, especially within Virginia.
• A track record of competitive success and program development.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Contact Information

Name: Norfolk State University

Phone: 757-823-8160

Email: No email address is needed.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.