Pitching Coach, Dominican Summer League   About the Minnesota Twins:  At the Minnesota Twins, we are driven by a singular purpose – to up the game, on the field and off. Unwavering in our commitment to deliver championships and be a force for good, our innovative, diverse and incredibly talented team is creating new ways to win, to uplift and to unite. We are proud to be Minnesota’s baseball team. We believe in our power to create positive change. We are setting the standard for a modern sports and entertainment brand that shapes a better tomorrow for all.    Position Summary:  This coach will work with relevant staff, coordinators, Player Development front office staff to implement the organizational development program for pitchers and execute individual pitchers' player plans at their respective affiliate.    Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Collaborate with the pitching coordinator and front office staff to develop individualized player plans aimed at attacking pitcher weakness. 
• Communicate development plans, goals, and progress to both players and relevant staff members. 
• Utilize modern pitching technology to analyze performance and track progress. 
• Develop individualized throwing programs and teach and execute drill packages for all pitchers at your respective affiliate. 
• Collaborate with the pitching coordinator to build out and manage skill development programs. 
• Work with the front office staff to implement organizational initiatives. 
• Collaborate with Strength & Conditioning, Athletic Training, and Medical staff to identify physical limitations and develop remedies to improve them. 
• Work with the Sports Psych team to implement mental skills initiatives into players daily schedules. 
• Plan daily pitching practice and programming while coordinating with other members of the field staff. 

Required Experience and Education:

• Coaching experience. 

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Ability to use and interpret modern pitching technology and information. 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Ability to work well with people in a variety of departments - including players, coaches, coordinators, and front office staff. 
• Interest in player development, strength & conditioning, analytics and advanced stats. 

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Fluency in Spanish. 
• Professional or collegiate playing. 
• Strength & Conditioning related degree. 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to throw batting practice. 
• Ability to lift items weighing as much as 25 pounds. 
• Must be able to work in a seated position for majority of work day. 
• Must be able to be productive utilizing a computer, keyboard and telephone. 
• Must be able to be productive in a work environment where the noise level can be high at times. 
• Specific vision abilities include close vision and ability to adjust focus. 
• Must be able to walk steps to visit fans during games. 
• Must be comfortable walking to navigate the facility to access the office, dining room, etc. 
• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as required by deadlines and event scheduling. 

      Are you excited about the opportunity but don't meet every single requirement? We encourage you to apply anyway! Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a job if they don't meet every qualification. At the Minnesota Twins, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.    EEO is The Law - click here for more information
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