Eastern Connecticut State University is accepting applications for the position of Head Men’s Baseball Coach. This is a full-time, 10-month position, and the coach will have a second responsibility within the Department of Athletics, currently as an event manager. The Head Coach will be responsible for the leadership and oversight of a program which won the Division III National Championship in 2022 and is focused on excellence at the national level. Candidates should have a proven ability to develop a highly competitive baseball program, with a strong commitment to the student-athlete experience.

Specific duties will include, but are not limited to: recruiting and retention of student-athletes, practice and game preparation and coaching, supervision of part-time assistant coaches, supervision of a junior varsity program, developing alumni relations, and fundraising to provide for team opportunities. In addition, the Head Coach is responsible for administrative tasks such as scheduling games, budget management, and filing necessary reports. The Head Coach must demonstrate a commitment to maintaining compliance with NCAA, Eastern Connecticut State University, and Little East Conference rules and regulations.

Our preferred candidate will have the proven leadership skills to create a championship culture. The successful candidate will show the strong communication skills and cross-cultural abilities necessary to develop and maintain positive relationships with diverse groups of student-athletes, colleagues, alumni, and the greater campus community.

Minimum Qualifications
*Bachelor’s degree required
*5+ years successful coaching experience
*Collegiate coaching experience required
*Proven ability to recruit student-athletes 

Preferred Qualifications
*Head collegiate coaching experience
*Master’s degree
*Knowledge and support of DIII rules, regulations, and philosophy

Eastern Connecticut State University provides an excellent salary and benefits package.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply online at:  baseballsearch@easternct.edu. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references. The search will remain open until the position is filled, however, strong preference will be given to applications received by June 30, 2022.

Eastern Connecticut State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or criminal record. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: LaMar Coleman, Vice President for Equity and Diversity, (860) 465-5112, colemanla@easternct.edu.