Baseball Instructor

The Prince Georges County Parks and Recreation Youth and Countywide Sports Division (YCSD) develops organizes and supports recreational sports programming for youth and adults across the county. Our programs aim to foster skill development teamwork community engagement and a lifelong love for sports.

The sports unit of YCSD is seeking a Baseball Instructor to lead support and enhance youth Baseball programming at various athletic fields throughout the county who will assist with tournaments and sporting events at various schools and fields throughout the county. The Baseball Instructor will deliver high-quality instruction ensure player safety and maintain a positive engaging environment for participants of all ages and skill levels.

For more information about the Seasonal Hiring process and application status for Prince Georges County Parks and Recreation please contact Joelle Edmondor Brenda Miller.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Instruction & Player Development

• Lead Baseball training sessions focused on fundamental skills such as throwing catching fielding hitting base running and game strategy.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of various age groups and skill levels.
• Provide constructive feedback and ensure a supportive encouraging learning environment.
• Serve as a role model who promotes sportsmanship teamwork and confidence.

Operations & Administration

• Serve as the on-site lead during league practices games and events
• Monitor game operations to ensure rules are followed and schedules run on time.
• Support volunteer coaches and umpires by answering questions and providing guidance as needed.
• Maintain a positive and professional presence with players coaches officials parents and spectators.
• Record attendance program progress and any issues that occur during practices or games
• Assist with inventory and distribution of equipment supplies

Customer Service

• Provide helpful courteous support to families and patrons
• Communicate updates about schedule changes program expectations and field conditions

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Candidates must have a valid Class C or D drivers license; a minimum of two years of driving experience; and the ability to attain the Commissions defensive driving certification.
• Must be comfortable working in both indoor and outdoor environments sometimes in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to stand sit or move for extended periods.
• Physically able to demonstrate Baseball skills move around the field and lift equipment up to 25 lbs.
• Previous experience coaching or instructing Baseball

Preferred

• Community CPR and First Aid certifications are desirable.
• Experience working with youth recreation programs or sport leagues

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to leads groups support volunteers and resolve on site issues calmly
• Effective organizational skills to help manage a league environment
• Ability to promote a positive inclusive and safe athletic experience

May be subject to medical drug and alcohol testing.

Work hours

• The position will work a variety of shifts Seasonal part time schedule
• Evening and weekend hours required during league seasons and special events.

Working Conditions/Environment

• Indoors and outdoors sometimes during varying weather conditions.

Supplemental information

• Employment is contingent upon a favorable background check.
• Work locations are in various locations countywide.
• This position is seasonal/part-time and does not include a benefits package.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.