Oglethorpe University Hiring for PT Assistant Mens Baseball Coach at Oglethorpe University – Atlanta, GA, 30319 Full Time

Job Details

Job Location: Oglethorpe University – Atlanta, GA

Position Type: Part-Time Staff

Education Level: Bachelor’s

Description

Oglethorpe University, Atlantas leading private, Liberal Arts University is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic professional to serve as a Part-Time Baseball Coach with a background in either catching or infield. All positional backgrounds will be considered. The assistant coach is accountable for assisting the head coach in all phases of management of a competitive baseball program which competes in the Southern Athletic Association. Primary duties include on-field coaching, assisting with game day operations, assisting with a junior varsity program, and maintaining positive public relations for the athletic department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Part-Time Assistant Coaches responsibilities include but are not limited to knowing and abiding by all University, NCAA and Southern Athletic Association rules and regulations; coaching; assist with practice and game plans; recruiting; monitoring scholar-athlete academic progress; and scheduling. The successful candidate must be highly motivated and have experience coaching in a competitive baseball program. The successful candidate must also provide positive leadership in all aspects of the baseball program and must possess strong interpersonal skills to interact professionally with all internal and external patrons. Other job duties and responsibilities are to be determined by the Head Coach and/or the Director of Athletics.

Qualifications

Qualifications

A Bachelors degree and previous coaching experience at the collegiate level is preferred. A valid driver’s license is required.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Successful candidate should also be knowledgeable of and committed to the rules and regulations of the NCAA, Title IX, and the SAA. Position will require ability to demonstrate appropriate technical skills during practice; ability to plan, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines while working on multiple tasks; ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Some travel required.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

This position requires work in a normal office environment as well as on a baseball field; typically running, bending, crouching, and stooping.; use of tools requiring high dexterity is required as well as occasional lifting of up to 50lbs; use of office equipment, training equipment and alternative work schedule is also required.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a qualified individual has been hired. Oglethorpe University is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive culture to best support our student-athletes. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

To apply, submit a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory criminal history background check. AA/EOE

OU competes in the NCAA Division III Southern Athletic Association.

Website: www.oglethorpe.edu. Athletics Website: gopetrels.com