Assistant Baseball Coach - Pitching Coach

As the Assistant Baseball Coach – Pitching Coach, the incumbent will assist the head coach in all aspects of the baseball program including but not limited to complete administration and development of the pitching staff, recruiting, scouting reports, fundraising, strength and conditioning, practice/game planning and coaching, player evaluation, mentoring, academic monitoring, team travel, field maintenance, manage equipment, community service, and camps. Additional administrative and compliance duties include active participation in Athletic Department functions, eligibility, maintenance of the baseball website, working as a liaison with the Admissions Office to coordinate student visits on campus and assist with the management of the developmental/JV team.

The incumbent for this position must have the ability, technical skills and proven knowledge to work with collegiate student-athletes. Good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written) are necessary. Must possess ability to coach, mentor, develop student-athletes and work evening and weekend hours and travel as required by the position. Preferred consideration will be given to candidates with a pitching background (playing and/or coaching), recruiting experience and knowledge of NAIA rules. Additionally, the applicant must have the ability to attain a CDL Driver’s License for driving of team personnel. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Dakota State University competes in the North Star Athletic Association (NSAA) of the NAIA. DSU currently offers 13 sports; 6 for men, 6 for women and 1 coed. DSU is located in Madison, South Dakota, in the southern lakes region of the state. The Madison area offers a healthy community, excellent schools and abundant recreational activities. Information regarding Dakota State University and its programs may be found at www.dsu.edu.

For full consideration, DSU accepts applications through an online employment site at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. The employment site requests 1) a letter of interest outlining how your qualifications match the requirements specified; 2) a current résumé; and (3) the names, addresses, telephone numbers, e-mail addresses, and stated relationships for at least three references. For questions concerning the position, contact Angi Kappenman, angi.kappenman@dsu.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Dakota State University is located in Madison, South Dakota, in the southern lakes region of the state. The Madison area offers a healthy community, excellent schools and abundant recreational activities. Information regarding Dakota State University and its programs may be found at http://www.dsu.edu.

Dakota State employees receive a comprehensive and flexible benefits package including paid time off, health and retirement benefits, and life and disability insurance options. Other benefits include reduced tuition, longevity pay and training opportunities. DSU also provides professional liability coverage.

DSU is committed to recruitment, hiring and retention of minorities. We urge individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. Applicants with disabilities are invited to identify any necessary accommodations required in the application process. E-Verify, EOE.