Assistant Coach – Baseball

Umpqua Community College is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Assistant Baseball Coach to join our Athletics Department. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about baseball, enjoys mentoring student-athletes, and wants to help build a competitive program while supporting students in reaching their academic and athletic goals.

Working alongside the Head Baseball Coach, you’ll help recruit talented student-athletes, develop their skills, foster a positive team culture, and contribute to a program that values integrity, leadership, and student success.

Whether your experience comes from coaching, playing at the collegiate level, or both, we’re looking for someone who leads by example and is committed to helping students succeed both on the field and in the classroom.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Assist the Head Baseball Coach with planning, organizing, and conducting practices, workouts, and competitions.
• Teach baseball fundamentals, sport-specific skills, conditioning, and game strategies.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and student-centered team culture that emphasizes academic achievement, leadership, sportsmanship, and personal development.
• Recruit prospective student-athletes in accordance with UCC and NWAC recruiting regulations.
• Monitor student-athlete academic progress and collaborate with appropriate college personnel to support student success and eligibility.
• Assist with game scheduling, travel coordination, transportation, and supervision of student-athletes during practices, competitions, and team travel.
• Ensure a safe environment by monitoring facilities and equipment and following established safety procedures.
• Assist with inventory, maintenance, and accountability of equipment and uniforms.
• Support fundraising activities, community engagement, and program promotion under the direction of the Head Coach.
• Assist in preparing and operating within the program budget.
• Report game results and complete required documentation as directed.
• Promote and enforce college policies and NWAC rules regarding eligibility, conduct, sportsmanship, and substance use.
• Maintain required coaching certifications and participate in professional development opportunities.
• Represent UCC and the Athletics Department in a professional and positive manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Baseball Coach and/or Athletic Director.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience as a baseball player and/or coach.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain within three (3) months of hire.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Clean driving record meeting the college’s insurability requirements.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
• Collegiate coaching and/or playing experience.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:
For full consideration applicants must submit with their application all of the following:

• A cover letter which addresses your interest in Umpqua Community College and how you would excel in this position.
• Current resume that includes educational and professional work experience.
• A list of 3 professional references listing contact information including email address.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE STATEMENT:
Umpqua Community College provides employment preference to qualified veterans in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be given only if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position and electronically attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

• Member Copy 4 of the Certificate of Released or Discharged from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or
• Letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs including receipt of a non-service connected pension. Disabled veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans Disability Preference Letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Resources:

• Request military service records:
• Veterans Preference information: