Athletic Coaching Specialist (Recreation Coordinator)

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Department

ATHLETICS (SE-ATHL-IUSEA)

Department Information

The Department of Athletics provides intercollegiate, intramural, and recreational opportunities for students. Through these opportunities students achieve educational and personal fulfillment, life skills, character development and campus pride. Currently IU Southeast offers 7 intercollegiate varsity sports: Men's and Women's Basketball, Men's and Women's Tennis, Volleyball, Baseball and Softball. The Grenadier athletic department also fields Cheerleading as a student organization. For more information, visitour website.

Job Summary

Indiana University Southeast is seeking a highly motivated, passionate and versatile Athletic Coaching Specialist. This position will be responsible for assisting in all facets of recruiting, player development and organizational leadership within a nationally competitive NAIA Baseball program competing in the River States Conference. This role supports the general administration and organization of the IU Southeast baseball program and reports directly to the Head Baseball Coach

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Assists in the organization and administration of the IU Southeast baseball program.
• Provides positive leadership for the students involved in the baseball program. Strive to motivate them in all phases of their lives; academically, athletically, and socially.
• Assists the head coach in budget preparations.

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Department

ATHLETICS (SE-ATHL-IUSEA)

Department Information

The Department of Athletics provides intercollegiate, intramural, and recreational opportunities for students. Through these opportunities students achieve educational and personal fulfillment, life skills, character development and campus pride. Currently IU Southeast offers 7 intercollegiate varsity sports: Men's and Women's Basketball, Men's and Women's Tennis, Volleyball, Baseball and Softball. The Grenadier athletic department also fields Cheerleading as a student organization. For more information, visitour website.

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Job Summary

Indiana University Southeast is seeking a highly motivated, passionate and versatile Athletic Coaching Specialist. This position will be responsible for assisting in all facets of recruiting, player development and organizational leadership within a nationally competitive NAIA Baseball program competing in the River States Conference. This role supports the general administration and organization of the IU Southeast baseball program and reports directly to the Head Baseball Coach

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Assists in the organization and administration of the IU Southeast baseball program.
• Provides positive leadership for the students involved in the baseball program. Strive to motivate them in all phases of their lives; academically, athletically, and socially.
• Assists the head coach in budget preparations.
• Assists the head coach in the development and coordination of fundraising efforts for the team.
• Assists in the supervision of baseball scouting and recruiting.
• Assists in the coordination and implementation of practice for student-athletes in preparation for intercollegiate competition.
• Assists in the coordination of the off-season conditioning program.
• Supports head coach with the monitoring of academic progress and aid in dealing with academic matters within the baseball program.
• Assists in the coordination of practice planning and workout schedules for student-athletes in preparation for intercollegiate competition.
• Demonstrates willingness to adhere to regulating bodies, such as the NAIA, River States Conference, and the Indiana University system.
• Assists in the education of the baseball student-athletes on policies set forth by the Code of Student Conduct and Athletic Department.
• Helps the head coach ensure the proper care, maintenance, and security of the athletic facilities, baseball equipment, uniforms, and supplies.
• Assists with game day administration for home games.
• Responsible for ground maintenance on baseball field, softball field, and intramural field. Duties include mowing, weeding, seeding, and fertilizing athletic facilities/grounds.

General Responsibilities

• Plans, conducts, oversees, and evaluates recreational programming.
• Oversees the work activities of temporary employees.
• Assists with marketing of recreational programming.
• Maintains compliance by monitoring adherence to the established risk management plan.
• Recommends program policies and procedures to leaders.

Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Recreation, Sports Management, or related field

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 4 years of related experience with recreational programming

Preferred

• Experience in coaching baseball at the collegiate/professional level.
• Experience developing and implementing innovative and effective player-development programing.
• Experience with baseball technology: Blast Motion, Rapsodo, Pitch Logic and other player development tools.
• Experience in digital (video editing) & social media with strong organizational & communication skills.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required

• CPR/AED within 180 Days From Date of Hire
• Standard First Aid within 180 Days From Date of Hire
• Preventing Disease Transmission/Universal Precautions within 180 Days From Date of Hire
• May required related recreational certifications

Preferred

• Possess a valid driver's license with the ability to be insured by Indiana University

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Possesses a high degree of initiative
• Ability to build strong customer relationships

Working Conditions / Demands

This position requires both sedentary work and long durations of movement about the workspace. It requires the ability to move and transport objects and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential tasks with or without an accommodation.

Additional Information

Employer sponsorship is not available for this position.

Work Location

IU Southeast Campus

New Albany, Indiana

Advertised Salary

$31,200 annually

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Mastery

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Athletic Affairs

Job Family: Recreational Sports

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Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator.See Indiana University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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