Assistant Softball Coach (29725)

OTTAWA UNIVERSITY•Surprise, AZ

27d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for assistance and organization to the administration of a university athletic program including the recruitment of student athletes, coaching, mentoring, instructing, practice management, athletic team competition management, and the retention of student athletes. Primary duty/responsibility is teaching, mentoring, instructing and imparting knowledge, to student athletes, as a part of an athletic team and program. Participates as a member of a coaching team to recruit, retain, and graduate student-athletes, contributing to the success of the program and vibrancy of campus life. Provide ongoing support to student-athletes concerning their academic progress toward degree completion. Provides support to Head Coach in the administration of the program including fund and friend raising for the advancement of the program. Provides ongoing support and conversation to student athletes to assure a strong relationship and support with the athlete and family, guide student athletes in all aspects of program participation. Contributes toward meeting team enrollment targets and the retention of student athletes. Collaborates with and support other coaches and personnel within the athletic department. Ensures adherence to the NAIA and rules and regulations including the NAIA Champions of Character 5 core values. Provides leadership to student athletes regarding campus involvement and community service. Provides Christ-centered leadership and direction as a mentor of the assigned program. Provides a strong academic emphasis and support of academics through your leadership and activities of the athletic team. Be mindful of the contribution the student-athletes make to the Surprise community including academic performance and participation in and contribution to non-athletic activities. Fulfill commitments to all additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics which may include game day management, administrative and/or teaching responsibilities. Other duties as assigned. Standard University Expectations include modeling and encouraging collaboration, understanding and adhering to University policies, maintaining confidentiality, providing leadership through conduct, representing the University positively, and supporting the University's Mission and Statement of Inclusion, Openness, and Community.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
Coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate level.
Current/valid Driver's License.
Effective interpersonal, communication, and motivation skills.
Ability to think critically and provide options for sound solutions.
Ability to manage individuals and complex tasks.
Positive role model for student-athletes, university personnel, alumni, and the off-campus community.
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
Ability to manage individuals and complex tasks.
Ability to represent the University positively.
Ability to exercise inclusivity in daily actions.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist and organize the administration of a university athletic program.
Recruit student athletes.
Coach, mentor, and instruct student athletes.
Manage practices and athletic team competitions.
Facilitate the retention of student athletes.
Provide ongoing support to student-athletes concerning their academic progress.
Support the Head Coach in program administration, including fund and friend raising.
Provide ongoing support and conversation to student athletes and their families.
Guide student athletes in all aspects of program participation.
Contribute toward meeting team enrollment targets.
Collaborate with and support other coaches and personnel within the athletic department.
Ensure adherence to NAIA rules and regulations, including the Champions of Character 5 core values.
Provide leadership to student athletes regarding campus involvement and community service.
Provide Christ-centered leadership and direction as a mentor.
Provide a strong academic emphasis and support of academics.
Be mindful of the contribution student-athletes make to the Surprise community.
Fulfill commitments to additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics, which may include game day management, administrative, and/or teaching responsibilities.