Head Baseball Coach

EXPIRED

Job Description Summary

This position organizes, conducts and supervises all aspects of a Division II Baseball team within the parameters designated by the University, Sunshine State Conference, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). This is a full-time, 12-month position that reports directly to the Director of Athletics, Wellness, & Recreation. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive knowledge of baseball, and a commitment to the academic and athletic development of student-athletes.

Job Description

DUTIES AND TASKS:

Job Description Summary

This position organizes, conducts and supervises all aspects of a Division II Baseball team within the parameters designated by the University, Sunshine State Conference, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). This is a full-time, 12-month position that reports directly to the Director of Athletics, Wellness, & Recreation. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive knowledge of baseball, and a commitment to the academic and athletic development of student-athletes.

Job Description

DUTIES AND TASKS:

Oversee all aspects of the student athlete development and performance of the intercollegiate baseball team to include:

• Organizing, recruitment/evaluation of student-athletes
• Conducting and supervising practices and player conditioning
• Preparing for and implementing tournament and course strategies
• Providing appropriate leadership, direction and supervision relevant to the academic progress and personal development of student-athletes within the baseball programs
• Creating a positive and productive environment for the student-athletes.
• Oversee administrative functions within the programs
• Participating in conference and NCAA meetings
• Adhering to all conference and NCAA rules/requirements relevant to the conduct of the programs
• Preparing information relevant to budgeting, equipment needs, and program concerns
• Participate in promotional and public relations to advance athletic programs by:
  
• Providing assistance with departmental fund-raising.
  
• Representing the Department of Athletics at designated University, departmental, and community functions.
  
• Serving in public relations capacities as needed.
  
• Encouraging staff and student-athletes to participate in community service activities.
  
• Promote the University’s core values to student’s, co-workers and university community.
  
• Build effective partnerships with co-workers throughout the University by freely sharing appropriate information and providing assistance when needed.
  
• Ensuring optimum service to all internal and external partners in response to all requests for service and information.
• Maintaining an environment that is welcoming to persons of all backgrounds, nationalities, and roles.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of coaching tactics and techniques
• Ability to motivate student-athletes.
• Strong Leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize practice plans, recruiting and game management.
• Demonstrated ability to use computer programs.
• Ability to recruit student athletes.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Well developed interpersonal communication skills to deal with recruits and their parents.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:

• Master’s Degree preferred
• Collegiate head coaching experience preferred
• Proven ability to provide mentoring and leadership to student athletes
• Commitment to ensure compliance with all NCAA and University rules and regulations
• Must pass University required background check

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to demonstrate proper baseball techniques, set-up and move equipment needed for practice and games

Special Instructions

Required Documents

In addition to a resume, the following documents are required for consideration. Please upload documents in the second step of the application packet process:

• Cover Letter
• Values Statement - (500 words or less), should highlight how your philosophy and practices fit the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Saint Leo University. The Mission Statement, Vision Statement, and Core Values are available on the Saint Leo website at https://www.saintleo.edu/about/mission-values.

ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are a representation of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office and University, handle various type of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description.

Why Work at Saint Leo?

What it’s Like to Work Here:Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at Saint Leo University is “Community.” Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world. Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE!

We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time).

• FREE Tuition - Employee, Spouse, and Dependents*
• Tuition Exchange Opportunity - Dependent of Employees*
• Generous Paid Leave - Sick, Vacation, and Holidays
• Comprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
• 100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options)
• Employer-provided life insurance
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Wellness Center

*Eligibility based on meeting required service period