Assistant Athletic Coach & Admissions Specialist - M. Baseball

Yavapai College•Prescott, AZ

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About The Position

The position of Assistant Athletic Coach & Admissions Specialist is a dual-role position that supports both Yavapai College Athletics and Enrollment Management. During the athletic season (approximately 8 months), the employee assists with coaching, student-athlete development, recruitment, and program operations. During the off-season (approximately 4 months), the employee serves as an Admissions Specialist, supporting prospective and current students through the enrollment process and participating in recruitment and outreach activities. This position plays a critical role in attracting, enrolling, and supporting students while contributing to the success of Yavapai College’s athletic and enrollment goals. This is an 'at-will' position, meaning employment can be terminated at any time for any lawful reason. If the Head Coach position becomes vacant or is replaced, this position may also end.

Requirements

Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Ability to meet the knowledge, skill, and/or ability requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Collegiate coaching experience.
Experience recruiting students and/or student-athletes.
Experience in admissions, enrollment management, student services, or higher education.
Experience with Banner, CRM systems, or similar student information systems.
Familiarity with NJCAA rules and regulations.
Experience presenting to groups and conducting outreach activities.

Responsibilities

Assist the Head Coach with planning and conducting practices, competitions, and team activities.
Participate in recruiting efforts and talent identification.
Support student-athlete academic progress, retention, eligibility, and personal development.
Assist with game-day operations and event management.
Coordinate and maintain athletic facilities, equipment, and playing surfaces.
Assist with scheduling, summer camps, fundraising activities, and community engagement.
Support compliance with NJCAA, conference, and institutional regulations.
Maintain positive relationships with student-athletes, parents, alumni, and community stakeholders.
Assist with travel coordination and team logistics.
Perform administrative duties related to athletic program operations.
Assist prospective students through the admissions and enrollment process.
Conduct outreach to applicants who have not completed enrollment requirements.
Support admissions events, college fairs, high school visits, campus tours, and recruitment activities.
Assist students with applications, residency requirements, transcript submissions, and identity verification.
Maintain accurate records of student interactions within CRM and student information systems.
Manage phone, email, chatbot, and virtual communications with prospective students.
Provide general information regarding college programs, services, and resources.
Collaborate with academic advisors and financial aid staff to ensure students complete enrollment steps.
Participate in targeted recruitment campaigns and yield activities.
Support enrollment initiatives designed to increase student recruitment and retention.