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Head Baseball Coach

Employer
Elmhurst University
Location
Illinois, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
May 26, 2023

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Position Type
Administrative, Student Affairs, Athletics
Employment Type
Full Time
Job Summary

Plans, organize, direct and evaluates all phases of a competitive intercollegiate baseball program. Understand the role of NCAA and Division III athletics in the educational process and recruit quality student-athletes, who will reflect and represent the quality of Elmhurst University.

Salary Grade

A12

Essential Functions
  • Supervise and operate all phases of a competitive Division III baseball program.
  • Coordinate the recruitment of student-athletes for the baseball program. Contribute significantly to the enrollment effort of both the institution and the athletic department.
  • Prepares annual budget structure and monitor expenditures.
  • Maintains and updates a sufficient inventory of equipment. Select and order equipment and other material needed to successfully run a program. Oversee the issuing and collecting of all equipment, uniforms, supplies, and materials.
  • Develops the contest schedule and coordinate all team travel arrangements.
  • Supervises all pre-season conditioning and non-traditional season programs, including team planning sessions and long-range planning sessions with assistant coaches.
  • Plans, organizes, and administers all in-season practice sessions.
  • Conducts all on-field coaching of the baseball program during intercollegiate contests.
  • Assigns responsibilities to and supervise all work of assistant coaches.
  • Counsels’ student-athletes and set up both short- and long-range goals. This includes academic monitoring, academic advising, and suggesting on campus resources to support the individual and team.
  • Contributes to the retention efforts of the institution and athletic department.
  • Develops and carries out fund-raising projects as approved. Assists in the department-wide fund-raising projects.
  • Collaborates with the Director of Athletic Communications pertaining to all media relations. Provide information for the promotional needs of game programs, team media guides, recruiting brochures and other publications.
  • Maintains positive public relations with the community through an assortment of events including camps and clinics.
  • Demonstrates a working knowledge of Elmhurst University, NCAA, CCIW and rules and regulations. Adhere to NCAA Compliance Regulations.
  • Endorses and supports other sports within the Athletic Department and fulfill other secondary duties as outlined.
  • Interacts with all other institutional constituencies and actively participate in their events.
  • Performs various summer duties and special projects as assigned.
  • Supports the athletic department and institutions’ commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Supports the mission, vision, and values of Elmhurst University.
Other Duties and Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree preferred.
  • Experience as an assistant or head coach in baseball, preferably in a small private college environment.
  • Proven track record of successful recruiting.
  • Well-developed communication skills and ability to discuss college programs and policies with a variety of prospective student audiences.
  • Understand the mission of Elmhurst University and recruit student athletes that best represent the values of the institution.
  • Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
  • Please include a statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as part of the application materials.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree.
  • Head coaching experience preferred.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Employee is subject to indoor work, protected from weather conditions. Work is sedentary in nature and involves exerting up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently/constantly in order to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move object. Occasional evening and weekend obligations.

Work Hours

Posting Date

05/26/2023

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Elmhurst University is a leading four-year institution of higher education that seamlessly blends liberal learning and professional preparation to help students reach their full potential. Founded in 1871, Elmhurst now offers more than 70 undergraduate programs of study, more than 20 graduate and certificate programs in flexible formats, and the Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy for young adults with differing abilities. Elmhurst University is among the top-ranked colleges and universities in the Midwest, according to U.S. News & World Report.

Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce is a critical component of the University’s mission, vision and core values. Our commitment stems from the belief that an institution of higher learning is enriched by the presence of diversity. Elmhurst University is an EO Employer. Elmhurst University prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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