Volunteer Assistant Coach, Baseball

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. in Louisville, Kentucky, is looking for an Assistant Coach for the baseball team. Responsibilities include assisting the head coach with team management, recruiting student-athletes in compliance with NCAA regulations, and ensuring the academic progress of players.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's Degree and has collegiate or professional playing experience. The position emphasizes a commitment to diversity and inclusion in the athletic community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution is required.
• Collegiate or professional playing experience is necessary.
• Working knowledge of NCAA Division I Rules and Regulations governing recruitment and eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in managing coaching duties.
• Recruit student-athletes per NCAA regulations and academic standards.
• Monitor the academic progress of baseball student-athletes.
• Plan and coordinate in-season and out-of-season practices.

Skills

Knowledge of NCAA Division I Rules

Team management

Communication skills

Diversity and inclusion support

Education

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in the managing and coaching of the University's team.
• Recruit student-athletes per NCAA Division I regulations and academic standards, as well as University academic requirements.
• Communicate regularly with Head Coach concerning admissions, eligibility, recruiting, and any other procedures relating to the sport.
• Assist in planning and coordinating in-season and out-of-season practices, including individual skill instruction and teamwork outs, focusing on developing athletic skills to compete at the Division I level.
• Assist in the planning and implementing game plans for each game, including the development of scouting reports of opponents.
• Monitor the academic progress of the baseball student-athletes. Effectively communicate with Athletics Academic Advisor to ensure any academic concerns are being addressed.
• Promote a culture of inclusion, working effectively within a culture of individuals with diverse backgrounds, styles, abilities, and motivations.
• Assist in scheduling games as directed by the Head Coach.
• Participate in fundraising activities for the baseball program (camps/showcases) and/or Department of Athletics.
• Assist with taking care of the field; this includes cutting/trimming grass, keeping the area manicured, and other assistance with the field.
• Abide by and comply with National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Conference rules, academic standards, requirements, and policies of the Department of Athletics and University.
• Contribute to the overall success of the University's intercollegiate athletics program by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution.
• Collegiate or professional playing experience.
• Working knowledge of NCAA Division I Rules and Regulations governing recruitment, eligibility, and related functions.
• Possess a willingness and ability to support and promote a diverse and inclusive campus community.

Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.

Bellarmine is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply.