Assistant Athletic Director/Head Baseball Coach

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About Northern Essex Community College:

Northern Essex Community College (NECC) serves more than 5,000 students annually across its campuses in Haverhill and Lawrence, Massachusetts, conveniently located within easy reach of Boston and the scenic beaches and state parks of New England's coastline.  Recognized as one of the 2026 Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges by NISOD (National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development), NECC's success is driven by a mission-centered culture and a highly engaged workforce.  As the first federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution in New England, NECC remains committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace that reflects and supports the communities it serves.

Rooted in the Merrimack Valley, NECC plays a vital role in strengthening the region through workforce development, expanded access to affordable higher education, increased degree attainment, and strong partnerships with businesses.

NECC employees are united by a shared commitment expanding access to educational opportunities, supporting students in completing their academic journey in a timely and equitable manner, and preparing graduates for long-term success in the workforce.  The college invests in its people through ongoing professional development opportunities, collaborative leadership, and a supportive work environment.

Job Description:

POSITION: Full-Time Assistant Athletic Director/Head Baseball Coach (Special Programs Coordinator): Athletics Department; Haverhill Campus; MCCC/MTA Unit Professional Position; 37.5 hours per week with a customary work schedule of 8:30 am - 4:30 pm (Monday -Friday). During the various athletic team seasons, the hours may be adjusted and compensated, in alignment with contractual guidelines, during certain periods with prior notification per the MCCC contract, as necessary. Pay Grade 4.

SUMMARY: The Assistant Athletic Director & Head Baseball Coach supports the overall mission of the college's athletics and recreation department by overseeing daily operations of the campus fitness center while leading all aspects of the baseball program. This dual-role position requires strong organizational leadership, facility management expertise, and the ability to recruit, develop, and mentor student-athletes. This is a professional position and all of the duties of the position must be conducted in adherence with the policies, rules, and regulations of all governing bodies, Region XXI, and Northern Essex Community College.

RESPONSIBILITIES:  Specific duties for this position include: 

Athletic Administration

• Assist the director in the development and establishment of goals to insure athletic and fitness/recreation programs are consistent with institutional and department priorities
• Assist with Supervision and schedule of fitness center staff, including student workers, trainers, and part-time personnel.
• Assist the Athletic Director with departmental planning, compliance, and game-day operations.
• Support scheduling, facility coordination, and event management for varsity and recreational programs.
• Contribute to student-athlete development initiatives, academic monitoring, and community engagement.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and evaluation of athletics staff.

Head Baseball Coach

• Lead all aspects of the college baseball program, including recruiting, training and competitive strategy
• Plan and conduct practices, strength programs and skill development sessions
• Oversee game preparation, scouting, and in season adjustments
• Ensure compliance with institutional, conference and national governing body regulations
• Foster a positive culture emphasizing academic success and sportsmanship

The Classification Specification is available at: https://www.mass.edu/shared/classificationspecs/specsmccc/Special Programs Coordinator - HB 1112.doc

PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT REVIEW APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH MASSCAREERS. PLEASE APPLY VIA THE LINK BELOW:

https://necc.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=202272

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in sports administration, physical education, sports fitness or a related field with three (3) years experience and/or training involving area of assignment, which may include college registration, academic advisement, career development, career experience, training, curriculum development, audio/visual or graphic production, grant administration, budget development, program/project management, event planning, administrative work in an academic environment, or personal computer operations; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• At least 2 years demonstrated experience in college coaching, administration and facility management.
• Previous experience in the recruitment of student-athletes
• Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills
• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications or ability to obtain upon hire
• Ability to work weekends and evenings

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's Degree
• Experience in a higher education environment
• Bilingual (Spanish/English)
• Experience working with and supporting a culturally diverse population

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

BACKGROUND CHECK: Candidates will be required to pass a CORI and SORI check as a condition of employment.

Additional Information:

GRADE AND SALARY: Anticipated salary range is $65,370.00 to $70,427.00 (MCCC Pay Grade 4 with a Bachelor's degree) annually with complete fringe benefit package. Complete fringe benefit package including competitive health insurance, free dental insurance, basic life insurance, long-term disability insurance, paid sick, vacation and personal leave, educational benefits for employee/spouse/dependents, and excellent retirement benefits. Actual salary calculated in compliance with MCCC/MTA classification system. Official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.

ANTICIPATED START DATE: ASAP

Application Instructions:

TO APPLY: To be considered for this position click on the "Apply Now" button, you will be prompted to set up a new account or login to an existing account. You will be able to upload the following required documents for consideration:

• Cover Letter, describing your qualifications and/or how you may be best suited for the role
• Resume/CV

Review of applications will begin 5 business days from the posting date and will continue until the position is filled.

**Please note that finalist candidates will be asked to provide contact information for three (3) professional references, including current supervisor (or at least two previous supervisors)

DEADLINE: Open until filled

Northern Essex Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statues and college policies.  The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence.  Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Elizabete Trelegan (Assistant Director of Human Resources, B-219,978-556-3928/ etrelegan@necc.mass.edu), the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.  Northern Essex Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Prospective employees are encouraged to review the College's Annual Security Report (ASR), in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, which can be found on the disclosure page of the College's website at: http://www.necc.mass.edu/clery