Assistant Baseball Coach

ABOUT US:

Edward Waters University is a small private, Christian, Historically Black, urban liberal arts institution that offers quality academic programs. The University strives to prepare students holistically to advance in a global society through the provision of intellectually stimulating programs, and an environment that emphasizes high moral and spiritual values in keeping with the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Edward Waters University seeks to develop excellence in scholarships, research, and service for the betterment of humanity.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in the development and maintenance of an effective and competitive NCAA Division II program at Edward Waters University. Teaching will include instruction of the skills and strategies necessary for the student-athlete to become competitive and successful in this sport. The recruitment and retention of quality student-athletes in this program will be integral to this position. The Assistant Coach will be expected to teach and demonstrate the ability to promote the physical, intellectual, and social growth of student-athletes. The Assistant Coach is also responsible for assisting the Head Coach in their assigned responsibilities and in the direction of all aspects of their assigned sport program.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

REQUIREMENTS:

• Expertise in the sport at an intercollegiate level (desired)
• Previous collegiate playing or coaching experience (desired)

ABOUT US:

Edward Waters University is a small private, Christian, Historically Black, urban liberal arts institution that offers quality academic programs. The University strives to prepare students holistically to advance in a global society through the provision of intellectually stimulating programs, and an environment that emphasizes high moral and spiritual values in keeping with the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Edward Waters University seeks to develop excellence in scholarships, research, and service for the betterment of humanity.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in the development and maintenance of an effective and competitive NCAA Division II program at Edward Waters University. Teaching will include instruction of the skills and strategies necessary for the student-athlete to become competitive and successful in this sport. The recruitment and retention of quality student-athletes in this program will be integral to this position. The Assistant Coach will be expected to teach and demonstrate the ability to promote the physical, intellectual, and social growth of student-athletes. The Assistant Coach is also responsible for assisting the Head Coach in their assigned responsibilities and in the direction of all aspects of their assigned sport program.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

REQUIREMENTS:

• Expertise in the sport at an intercollegiate level (desired)
• Previous collegiate playing or coaching experience (desired)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understand and comply with all rules and guidelines set forth by the NCAA Division II, Edward Waters University, SIAC (Sothern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference), and Edward Waters University Athletics.
• Understand and comply with the NCAA and Edward Waters University philosophy and mission.
• Act as a professional and positive representative of the Edward Waters University Educational Experience.
• Serve as a teacher, counselor, and role model so that student athletes will improve upon their physical, intellectual, and social behaviors.
• Maximize the physical talent of the team through quality teaching and coaching, and the promotion of teamwork.
• Assist the Head Coach in planning, organizing and administering all practice sessions.
• Assist in recruitment of student athletes while working through the Head Coach with the Office of Admission to maximize enrollment.
• Retain student athletes at Edward Waters University and within the team.
• Assist in maintaining, managing and updating equipment inventories.
• Teach the skills and strategies necessary for the student-athletes’ success in this sport.
• Assist with the management and maintenance of all game and practice facilities used by the team.
• Participate in team and departmental camps/clinics, community service projects, fundraising activities, and alumni events whenever possible.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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