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Job Title: Head Varsity Baseball Coach

Reports to: Principal & Athletic Director

Compensation: Stipend Position per District Supplement Schedule

Job Summary:

The Head Varsity Baseball Coach is responsible for developing and leading a high school baseball program that emphasizes skill development sportsmanship academic success and team growth. The coach will plan and implement practice schedules supervise assistant coaches and oversee all team-related activities while ensuring compliance with North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) regulations and district policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and direct all phases of the varsity baseball program including practices games and conditioning.
• Foster a positive inclusive and competitive team culture focused on student-athlete development.
• Promote academic achievement and monitor player eligibility.
• Develop off-season training programs and encourage participation in related athletic opportunities.
• Coordinate game and practice schedules in collaboration with the athletic director.
• Supervise and mentor assistant coaches and volunteer staff.
• Maintain inventory of equipment and ensure proper care and security of facilities.
• Ensure compliance with NCHSAA rules district athletic policies and safety procedures.
• Serve as a role model for sportsmanship integrity and character.
• Communicate effectively with players parents staff and the broader school community.

Essential Job Functions:

Program Leadership & Coaching

• Plan organize and lead all baseball practices games and off-season conditioning programs.
• Create a team culture grounded in accountability effort respect and sportsmanship.
• Model integrity and ethical behavior in all interactions with student-athletes and staff.
• Develop and implement effective strategies to improve individual and team performance.
• Provide supervision during practices games travel and team-related events.

Student-Athlete Development

• Promote the academic social and emotional development of all players.
• Monitor eligibility and academic progress in collaboration with teachers and counselors.
• Support character education and positive behavior both on and off the field.
• Develop individual training plans that address strengths and areas for improvement.
• Provide continuous feedback and goal-setting sessions with athletes.
• Emphasize leadership accountability and resilience through mentorship and team roles.
• Support the recruitment process for players interested in pursuing collegiate athletics.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure full compliance with NCHSAA and district athletic policies eligibility requirements and safety guidelines.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records related to rosters physicals and permission forms.
• Follow all protocols for injury prevention reporting and emergency procedures.

Collaboration & Communication

• Supervise assistant coaches and provide mentoring and direction as needed.
• Communicate regularly with players families school staff and athletic administrators.
• Coordinate logistics for games transportation equipment and field maintenance.
• Represent the school in a positive and professional manner within the community and athletic league.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Prior coaching experience in baseball preferably at the high school level.
• Must meet NCHSAA coaching requirements including:
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching certification
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification
• Concussion and sudden cardiac arrest training
• Demonstrated knowledge of baseball rules strategy and training techniques.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in leading a varsity-level athletic program.
• Strong organizational communication and leadership skills.
• Evidence of successful program-building and student mentorship.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be physically able to demonstrate baseball techniques and participate in athletic activity.
• Requires standing walking running and throwing for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions for practices and games.
• Must be able to travel with the team to games and events.

Reviewed by:

Personnel Office

Date reviewed:

May 2025

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Disclaimer: The preceding job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position.