Assistant Baseball Coach, Athletics

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Title: Assistant Baseball Coach, Athletics

VP Area: Other Men's Sports

Department: Intercollegiate Men's Baseball

Work Schedule:

Telework Availability: On-campus Position

FLSA Status: Exempt

Employee Classification: 

Hours per week: 40

Months per year: 12

Title: Assistant Baseball Coach, Athletics

VP Area: Other Men's Sports

Department: Intercollegiate Men's Baseball

Work Schedule:

Telework Availability: On-campus Position

FLSA Status: Exempt

Employee Classification: 

Hours per week: 40

Months per year: 12

Job Purpose:

This position assists the Head coach in development and administration of the assigned NCAA Division I sport program. Including, but not limited to, coaching, mentoring, program development, recruiting, public relations, community involvement and administrative duties as assigned in compliance with all university, conference and NCAA regulations.

Essential Functions:

• 50% - Coaching - Assists the Head Coach in all aspects of NCAA Division I baseball program including:

  • Assists in developing sport specific systems and strategies, with emphasis on tactical components and instruct student-athletes on these systems and concepts as well as rules and fundamentals of the game/event in order to develop the student-athlete and achieve personal and team goals.
  • Evaluate student-athletes to identify strengths and deficiencies, and design instructional opportunities to teach student-athletes how to improve technical and strategic execution.
  • Provide individual skill instruction, supervision, and motivation to student-athletes.
  • Assists in preparing and coordinating annual, seasonal, monthly, weekly, and day to day practice planning and design.
  • Assist in conducting conditioning programs, in coordination with strength and conditioning staff, encompassing recognized and approved methods of improving power, speed, strength and aerobic performance, consistent with industry safety and health standards.
  • Assist with all practice sessions while incorporating basic sport strategies, as is deemed appropriate.
  • Incorporate position/event specific learning opportunities into daily practice design as directed by head coach including instruction on techniques.
  • Foster an environment which develops the whole person.
  • Assist in maintaining a close working relationship with the athletic trainer and strength & conditioning staff in regards to athletic injury, treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention.
  • Assists in planning, coordination, and execution of all approved Alumni and fundraising events/activities.
  • Annually participate in Title IX education training.

• 40% - Recruiting - Assist with or manage student-athlete recruitment process:

  • As an NCAA certified recruiter, serve as the primary off-campus recruiter to successfully research, scout, evaluate and contact prospective student-athletes while operating within the scope of the department, conference and NCAA regulations at all times.
  • Collaborate with other department and university staff in designing official and unofficial visits in compliance with all university, conference and NCAA regulations.
  • Establish and develop relationships with appropriate high school and junior college officials, amateur club coaches, and coaches within the sport's national governing body for public relations purposes, thus positioning the university nationally.
  • Develop, maintain, and use master recruit databases to support decision-making, assessments, evaluations, and program review.
  • Assist with or manage completing and maintaining all forms and records as required for NCAA compliance.
  • Assists in maintaining and monitoring information required for NCAA eligibility of each student-athlete and inform the athletes on NCAA rules and regulations.
  • Assists in periodic review and evaluation of program goals, analyzing findings, identifying areas requiring improvement, and pursuing more efficient methods and processes.

• 5% - NCAA Compliance - Employees of Gonzaga University's Athletic Department must comply with all NCAA rules and regulations, and acknowledge this compliance as part of an evaluation process. 

• Additional Duties as Assigned by the Department

Educational Requirement:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

Years of Related Experience Requirement:

3 years

In lieu of the educational qualifications, candidates may qualify with equivalent professional experience at a ratio of one year of experience for each year of required education. 

Certifications and/or Licensures:

Valid drivers license
CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain upon hire

Preferred Qualifications:

Degree in Physical Education, Recreation, or Sports Administration
Demonstrated experience working in a leadership role in a collaborative environment
Demonstrated knowledge of National and West Coast region as it pertains to recruiting
Demonstrated experience with sport specific and compliance software.
College level and/or Division I baseball playing and/or coaching experience

The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position: $68471-$85588

Pay Range:

Minimum Salary (Annualized 12 months and 40 hours/week): 68471

Midpoint Salary (Annualized 12 months and 40 hours/week): 85588

Maximum Salary (Annualized 12 months and 40 hours/week): 102706

Is this position eligible for relocation reimbursement or a signing bonus?: True

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