Assistant Part-time Baseball Coach - FP1ENCREDCOACH

College of DuPage; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

The College of DuPage in Illinois seeks an Assistant Part-time Baseball Coach to lead practices and oversee day-to-day operations of the program, while ensuring NJCAA eligibility and academic progress for student-athletes.

The ideal candidate will have an associate degree (or equivalent) and proven coaching and mentoring abilities, with strong communication skills and a commitment to supporting student-athletes’ welfare and success.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or combination of education and coaching experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of coaching strategies and ability to lead a positive playing environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching leadership aligned with COD mission and core values.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the baseball program, including practices and games.
• Ensure NJCAA eligibility and academic progress requirements for student athletes.
• Recruit prospective student athletes from high schools following NJCAA guidelines.
• Assist in travel arrangements and handling of team funds.
• Monitor conduct and sportsmanship on and off the field/court.

Skills

Coaching

Leadership

Recruiting

Student welfare

NJCAA rules

Communication

Education

Associates degree

Job description

Overview

Assistant Part-time Baseball Coach - FP1ENCREDCOACH

The College of DuPage is a comprehensive community college located 27 miles west of downtown Chicago, vitally connected to our local area for over 50 years. We prepare students for a lifelong passion for learning on our 273-acre campus which is home to nine associate degrees and a wide variety of professional and technical certificates. Many of these credentials prepare students to seamlessly articulate into the baccalaureate programs of our higher education partner institutions.

College of DuPage is committed to student success and values an inclusive and welcoming community environment. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workforce. Our connection to the larger metropolitan area is essential to our success and provides a wealth of diverse cultural and recreational opportunities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide coaching leadership that is consistent with the College of DuPage mission, vision and core values.
• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the sport, which include but are not limited to practices and games.
• Must know and monitor all College of DuPage and NJCAA eligibility and academic progress requirements for student athletes.
• In coordination with the Office of Admission, recruit prospective student athletes from high schools following guidelines in NJCAA manual.
• Responsible for adhering to all college policies related to team budgets and overall college finance practices.
• Assist in travel and transportation arrangements and handling of funds for team travel.
• Monitor sportsmanship and conduct of student/athletes on and off field/court.
• Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with college and athletic department policies, procedures and core values.
• Perform other duties as determined in consultation with the Athletic Director or designee.
• Attends coaches department meetings, as scheduled.
• Recruiting student athletes

Qualifications

Education

• Associates degree, or a combination of education and coaching experience, equivalent to 2 years required.

Experience

• Demonstrated knowledge of innovative and proven coaching strategies and techniques required.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, with a commitment to developing and maintaining a positive and productive playing environment for all team members required.
• Proven ability to provide mentoring and leadership to student-athletes and a commitment to student-athlete welfare required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to NJCAA rules/requirements relevant to the conduct of an intercollegiate program required.
• Proven ability to work effectively with diverse groups required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills required.
• Ability to work and/or travel a flexible schedule to include evening, weekend, or limited overnight assignments required.

COD Training

• Bloodborne Pathogens
• AED/CPR

Working Conditions

• Must be able to work extended hours during specific sport seasons for practices, games and recruiting.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must have or acquire any coaching certification or license required for coaching.
• This position is subject to a criminal and motor vehicles background check.

Pay Grade

Pay grade information is not specified in this posting.

College of DuPage is an equal opportunity employer. The College of DuPage is committed to recruiting and retaining high performing talent to our institution, continuing our tradition of excellence. We encourage all people across the broad spectrum of those communities we serve to explore and apply for positions at COD for which they believe they are qualified.

College of DuPage does not discriminate against individuals in employment opportunities, programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, veterans' status, marital status, disability, military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or on any other basis protected by law.