Head Baseball Coach

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Head Baseball Coach

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Position Title

Head Baseball Coach

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FLSA

Exempt

Department

Baseball

Job Summary

Xavier University of Louisiana, an

NAIA

institution located in New Orleans, is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Head Baseball Coach for a full-time position. The head coach will report to the Executive Director of Athletics and Recreation. This individual will be responsible for all phases of the program. This includes, but is not limited to, recruitment and retention of academically and athletically qualified student-athletes, overall program administration, practice, and game preparation. AA/

EOE

Specific Responsibilities

Manage the overall operation of the program

Monitor academic progress of student-athletes

Evaluate and recruit prospective student-athletes per

NAIA

rules

Collaborate with the Strength & Conditioning Coach and Athletic Training Room staff

Scout opponents and develop game plans

Establish a competitive schedule

Creating a safe and comfortable athletic and professional environment for student-athletes and with athletic department staff

Compliance with policies, procedures and rules of Xavier, Red River Athletic Conference, and the

NAIA

Oversee fundraising and community outreach programs to promote the sport’s program as an integral part of the community and the University

Serve as a mentor to the student-athletes

Supervise assistant coaches, graduate assistants and managers

Other related duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Athletics and Recreation

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree is required from an accredited college or university, with previous successful college coaching and/or playing experience preferred. A strong commitment to the student first concept and a working knowledge of

NAIA

rules and regulations is required. Strong organization, oral, written communication and computer skills are required. A demonstrated ability to recruit and work with culturally diverse groups of people is required. A valid driver’s license.

The position requires frequent travel.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous collegiate coaching experience.

Special Requirements Summary

Work Hours

Potentially working more than 40 hours per week, weekends and holidays.

KSA's

| Knowledge, Education, Experience, and Proficiencies |
Knowledge of NAIA rules and regulations.
Knowledge of college-level athletic program management principles.
Knowledge of sports field landscaping principles.
Knowledge of NAIA baseball rules and procedures.
Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
Skill in the coaching and training of student athletes.
Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.
Skill in oral and written communication. |

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

| Essential Duties and Responsibilities Description |
- Manage the overall operation of the program - Monitor academic progress of student-athletes - Evaluate and recruit prospective student-athletes per NAIA rules - Collaborate with the Strength & Conditioning Coach and Athletic Training Room staff - Scout opponents and develop game plans - Establish a competitive schedule - Creating a safe and comfortable athletic and professional environment for student-athletes and with athletic department staff - Compliance with policies, procedures and rules of Xavier, Red River Athletic Conference, and the NAIA - Oversee fundraising and community outreach programs to promote the sport’s program as an integral part of the community and the University - Serve as a mentor to the student-athletes - Supervise assistant coaches, graduate assistants and managers - Other related duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Athletics and Recreation

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Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | S395P | | Number of Vacancies | 1 | | Desired Start Date | 08/01/2024 | | Position End Date (if temporary) | | | Posting Date | 06/06/2024 | | Application Review Date | | | Closing Date | 06/30/2024 | | Open Until Filled | No | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
Attach online only your resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references. | | Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.xula.edu/postings/3152 |

About Xavier

| About Xavier |
Founded in 1925 by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Xavier is Catholic and historically Black. Located in New Orleans, the ultimate purpose of the University is to contribute to the promotion of a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. This preparation takes place in a diverse learning and teaching environment that incorporates all relevant educational means, including research and community service. |

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Transcripts 4. Letter of Recommendation Optional Documents 1. Curriculum Vitae 2. Other

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