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| Job ID: 13964693 |
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| Job Title: | Baseball Head Coach |
| Work Type: | Work Days: Work Vary: Yes , Shift: Other, Hours Per Week: 40, Work Type: Regular |
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| Salary Offered: | Unspecified |
| Benefits: | Unspecified. |
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| Physical Required: | Unspecified |
| Drug Testing Required: | Unspecified |
| Education Required: | High School Diploma/GED |
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| Experience Required: | Unspecified |
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| Required Skills: | Please see the job description for information about required job skills. |
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| Job Description: |
Job ID359964
LocationTwin Cities
Job FamilyAthletics
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Job Code9791
Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin
About the Job
Position
The Head Coach is expected to serve as the public face of the program, creating and maintaining a positive public image while recruiting and training Division I student-athletes to compete at the highest level possible. This position must also lead and maintain a Division I program through recruiting, on-field teaching techniques, scheduling, monitor academic progress, budget management, fundraising, as well as promoting the sport throughout the University and local community. This position shall have a strong working knowledge and understanding of all NCAA rules and regulations regarding compliance issues. Any violation of a conference or NCAA regulation, or University policy, could cause dismissal of a participant or staff member, as well as create negative publicity and/or conference or NCAA standings to the program and institution.
Essential Functions
Developing and maintaining a competitive Division I intercollegiate baseball program. Responsible for hiring, supervising, and evaluating baseball coaching staff.Directing all aspects of baseball staff in recruiting, scheduling, travel, practice, and competitions.Significant administrative responsibilities including the management of personnel and operations in the baseball office which includes budget planning, maintenance, and monitoring.Evaluating and recruiting qualified student-athletes to the University of Minnesota whose athletic skills make them highly competitive and whose academic abilities make them good candidates for meaningful academic experience and graduation from the University of Minnesota.Assisting in monitoring the academic performance and the physical development of student athletes. Working with academic counselors, athletic trainers, and the strength and conditioning coach to help student-athletes achieve full potential in each area.Establishment and maintenance of effective relationships within the athletics department, the University, community, booster clubs, alumni, high school coaches, media, and the general public.
Represent in a positive fashion the University and its athletic programs in private and public forums. Commit to adhering to all rules and regulations of the Department, the University, the Big Ten Conference, and the NCAA. This should be a full-time mind-set for the successful Coach.
The Head Coach position is responsible for all teaching and instruction provided to student-athletes. Responsible for sport budget management and accounts as assigned. Each of these functions entails decision-making that requires discretion and a significant degree of independent judgment. The coach must develop and maintain a competitive schedule that will allow the team to prepare and compete successfully in the conference, as well as in post-season play. Assist in advancing the department's mission, vision, and strategic plan including its commitment to equity and diversity. Requires significant influence and communication with executive leadership. Problems faced are frequently complex and multidimensional, requiring broad-based consideration of variables that impact multiple areas of the organization.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of NCAA Rules - This position shall have a strong working knowledge and understanding of all NCAA rules and regulations regarding compliance issues.
Sport Experience - Extensive knowledge of individual and team skills with the ability to teach these skills.
Recruiting - The ability to evaluate and compare athletic talent for potential growth and development of student-athletes. Maintain correspondence with a large number of prospects: e-mail, letters, and phone.
Academic Monitoring - The ability to establish and monitor an academic system that ensures academic success for the student-athlete.
Budget Management - Must be able to work within the budget given by the athletic department.
Travel - The ability to plan, organize and execute travel arrangements.
Computer Skills - This position is expected to have computer literacy.
Communication Skills - This position is expected to have a high level of communication skills with student-athletes, prospective student-athletes, their coaches, counselors, parents and boosters in the community.
Fundraising - The ability to develop the sports community in the areas of support and fundraising.
Key Responsibilities
60% of Time the Athletics Head Coach must:
Ensure the effective teaching and instruction of all specific technical skill areas to student-athletes.
Coach student-athletes in their growth and development in the sport with techniques and fundamentals of their position and sport conditioning.
Develop team and individual strategies to have the greatest chance of winning within the sport, through on-field teaching, and video instruction.
Design instructional programs for the team and individual student athletes and instruct student-athletes on how to implement a game plan as determined for each competition.
Travel to events and evaluate potential student-athlete talent, correspond with all prospects via email, phone, face to face conversations, etc.
Complete all necessary Compliance and Institutional documentation as required.
Recruit student-athletes who meet University academic and athletic standards.
Responsible for direct supervision of assistant coaches, all staff disciplinary actions, and any other personnel management duties as required to maintain a successful staff.
Responsible for overall performance of athletes' academic progress by working closely with the academic support staff.
Work with the NCAA Compliance Office to make sure programs and student-athletes are complying with all rules and regulations regarding compliance issues.
Responsible for successfully managing an annual budget including all necessary fiscal planning.
Promote the program to the public including, media, donors, the University community, and the general public to increase visibility and revenues for the program.
35% of Time:
Determined by department needs.
5% of Time:
Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervision
Assistant Coaches
Director of Operations
Work Environment/Physical Demands
This position will require you to work nights and weekends. Some positions may involve frequent bending, moving, lifting, and carrying material weighing up to 50 pounds; some positions may involve moving, lifting, and carrying material weighing up to 70 pounds; standing up to eight hours each day; working in all weather conditions; exposure to high noise levels and. Physical demands include, but not limited to, standing throughout the day, using a loud voice at practices and events, physical involvement in all practices and workouts with players.
Travel
Travel when necessary.
Qualifications
Requirements and Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor's degree
3 years of baseball coaching experience at the collegiate or national level
Valid Driver's License
Preferred:
Baseball head coaching experience at the collegiate... For full info follow application link.
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.
Refer to ID 78520505 when applying |
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