At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.
Responsible for providing competitive coaching, supervision and management of athletic team and staff. Aid Athletic Office with compliance, fundraising, promotion, and scheduling of team events and activities. Develops and conducts instruction; or oversees a college’s program in support of student success. Provides guidance to students regarding programs and services of the college, advising students in course of study and necessary pre-requisites. Supports student success, engagement, completion, and continuous improvement of the student-athlete experience. Assists with special recruitment, retention and completion strategies, which may include oversight, management or coordination of a college program. This role may work a variable schedule that would include day, evening, and weekend availability.
What a day of a Head Coach, Baseball looks like:
Instructs student athletes in the rules and fundamentals of their declared sport, this includes instruction of physical health, team concepts, sportsmanship and safety.
Coaches, plans and schedules games, practices, scrimmages, workouts, team meetings, player and parent conferences, and study halls. Monitors and evaluates performance of assistant coaches and volunteers.
Instructs students in the classroom, online, or through program management, in accordance with educational theories and techniques. Develops discipline related curricula, assess student learning, and participates in program evaluation.
Executes recruitment plan, travel arrangements, facility needs, and equipment needs.
Manages budget, equipment inventory, player conduct, player eligibility and compliance, and student housing.
Develops and promotes activities to engage the college community; works closely with Athletic Director and College Foundation to create fundraising opportunities and generate revenue.
Coordinates and communicates student athlete admission, testing, financial aid, orientation, advisement, registration and graduation with appropriate department(s); works closely with faculty on player progress.
Advises students on college related matters, and counsel them regarding their adaptability to a college environment.
Promotes and markets the PBSC athletics programs across the college and in the community. Supports and participates in special projects to promote student retention and completion.
Adheres to established guidelines and rules of the college, FCSAA, and NJCAA.
Participates in local, state, and national professional development training.
Contributes, implements, assesses, and reports learning outcomes for department. Compiles and reviews state and national reports; publicize statistics, assist with web page promotion.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
We’d love to hear from you if you have the following:
Education and Experience:
Knowledge of:
Policies, rules, and regulations of the FCSAA and NJCAA
Microsoft Office Professional or similar application
Skilled in:
Developing and motivating student athletes academically and athletically
Motivating student athletes to apply the effort necessary to attain goals
Strategic thinking including effective planning, setting goals, monitoring progress, tracking results and making appropriate adjustments to plans based on circumstances and context
Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers
Customer service, with the ability to build relationships, manage expectations and take responsibility for a high level of service
Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management
Ability to:
Travel for scheduled games, tournaments, scrimmages, workouts, and recruitment of student athletes
Maintain effective working relationships
Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public
Demonstrate critical thinking and interpersonal skills
Work with diverse populations and varying education levels
Organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness
Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
Preferred, but not a must:
Education and Experience:
Work Environment and Physical Demand:
Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing 20 to 49 pounds.
Reach and grasp objects.
Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Stand for extended periods of time.
Use of video display terminal.
Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
Communicate information orally and in writing.
Receive and understand information through oral and written communication.
Proofread and check documents for accuracy.
Experience exposure to uncomfortable work environment due to extreme temperature, noise level, and other conditions.
Risk for occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
Operate motor vehicle.
Work a fluctuating work schedule.
This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
The minimum base pay for this position starts at $48,908.00 annually; however, the offer may vary based on the candidate’s education and experience.
This position is open until filled with an initial review date of June 25, 2026.
Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose, and employees have a sense of belonging.
Education Benefits: Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more. Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.
Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more.
Generous Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off.
Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.
Retirement Investments: State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.
Please review the following information to apply for a position at Palm Beach State College:
Carefully review the minimum qualifications advertised for the available position, as only applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be considered.
Background Check/ Drug Screen may be required based on the specific requirements of the position for which the application is being submitted. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation.
An essential goal of the Office of Human Resources is to respond to all applicants once a selection is made. Please take notice of the position closing date advertised. Whenever positions are filled, the Office of Human Resources responds to all applicants who have submitted applications.
The College conducts its employment activity within the State of Florida except for occasional brief and temporary pre-approved periods related to college travel.
Application Deadline
This position is open until filled
