Assistant Baseball Coach (part-time)

Arcadia University; Glenside (PA); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 45.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Arcadia University in Glenside, PA invites applications for a role within the athletics program focused on practice planning, game preparation, scouting, and supervising student-athletes. The position includes recruiting, coaching, and administrative duties to support the head coach and team success.

The candidate will have collegiate coaching experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and a commitment to NCAA Division III compliance.

Formación

• Collegiate playing experience strongly preferred.
• Previous coaching experience at the collegiate, high school, and/or club level preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Conducts training sessions to aid in the skill development of team members.
• Assists with game-day preparation by scouting opponents and provides in-game support.
• Recruits and retains qualified student-athletes.
• Enforces team expectations regarding behavior for student-athletes.
• Monitors health and well-being of team members, coordinating with staff for development and recovery.
• Supports head coach in scheduling contests, academic monitoring, eligibility tracking, transportation, and supplies.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including event management and committee work.

Conocimientos

Scouting & recruitment

Organizational & leadership

Initiative & follow-up

Strategic thinking

Goal setting & deadlines

Policy compliance

Word & Excel proficiency

Front Rush software

Educación

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Combination of degree completion & experience

Herramientas

Front Rush

Descripción del empleo

Job Description: The person in this position will be involved in many aspects of the sport program, including, but not limited to, practice planning, game preparation/scouting, in-game coaching, recruiting, administrative work, and general supervision of student-athletes.

Location: Glenside

Responsibilities

• Conducts training sessions to aid in the skill development of team members while keeping informed of contemporary trends, tactics, techniques and strategies within the sport
• Assists with game-day preparation by scouting opponents and provides in-game support to the head coach
• Recruits and retains qualified student-athletes
• Serves as a role model for team members with regards to personal and professional conduct by enforcing department and team expectations regarding general standard of behavior for student-athletes.
• Monitors physical and mental health and well-being of team members, while working with professional staff to support the development and recovery of student-athletes.
• Supports head coach in managing essential team functions, including scheduling of contests, academic monitoring, eligibility tracking, transportation, and supply purchases.
• Contributes to the overall success of the Athletics Department by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities may include event management, facility supervision, assigned administrative tasks, committee work, or representing the Athletics Department at conferences/meetings.

Essential Job Requirements:

Education

• Associate's degree from accredited college or university is required
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Combination of degree completion and professional work experience will be considered in absence of associate's degree.

Experience

• Collegiate playing experience strongly preferred.
• Previous coaching experience at the collegiate, high school, and/or club level preferred.

Skills

• Demonstrated success in scouting, talent assessment, and recruitment of qualified student-athletes.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills, whether dealing with individuals or groups, and an ability to work well with different constituents.
• Strong initiative, detail, and follow-up skills with student-athletes, staff members, and administration.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to set and achieve or exceed goals and meet deadlines.
• Ability to learn and apply University policies and procedures to ensure operational compliance and reliable judgment.
• General computer knowledge with a proficiency in Word and Excel.
• Experience with Front Rush or similar recruiting software preferred.

Special Requirements

• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel for both games and recruiting expected.
• Evening and weekend availability is required.
• Flexibility with an evolving work environment is important.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to successfully complete a background check, motor vehicle check, and drug test.
• Current CPR, AED, and first aid certifications required. Training and recertification can be provided if necessary.
• Compliance with NCAA Division III rules and regulations required.
• Compliance with athletic conference rules and regulations required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to demonstrate and teach sport-specific skills required.
• Ability to move about campus and other locations.
• Physical ability to include standing and/or walking for long periods, bending, kneeling and stooping, manual dexterity, and ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

Supervision

• Received: Position reports to the Head Coach.
• Given: Supervises student-athletes and team managers.

Arcadia University is a top-ranked private University in Greater Philadelphia that provides a values-based, authentic educational experience by placing students at the center. The Institute of International Education has consistently ranked Arcadia first in the nation for study abroad, and the Princeton Review has ranked Arcadia among the "Best in the Northeast" for 10 consecutive years. The University's graduate programs in Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, Education, and Public Health are nationally ranked in their respective categories by U.S. News & World Report, which cites Arcadia for being among the top study abroad programs and a top performer for social mobility. Arcadia is home to a close-knit and welcoming community that supports students throughout their journey. Arcadia's quality academic programs, unique approach to a liberal arts education, and supportive community guide students toward degree completion and career success. Learn more about our vibrant community at www.arcadia.edu.

We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our community. The successful candidate will demonstrate examples of ways they will incorporate our values in their work.

At Arcadia University, our Lived Values are the foundation of our highly regarded, values-based learning community, which reflects the world in which we want to live. As such, Arcadia actively seeks and welcomes candidates who embrace those values. Arcadia prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, age, gender identity, military or military veteran status, disability, family medical or genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. All offers of employment are conditional based on the successful completion of a background check. Employment may not begin ...

Arcadia offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, generous tuition benefits for employees and their families, retirement benefits, health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Position Code: CH0010