Assistant Softball Coach - PTUND

OTTAWA UNIVERSITY•Surprise, AZ

4d•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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Coaching experience
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 members of the off- campus community
Maintain emotional control under stress
Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, pushing, and lifting
Frequent prolonged and irregular hours
Exposure to varying temperatures
Regular requirement of travel
Responsible for driving students and University vehicles as part of job duties
Be mindful and supportive of the Mission of Ottawa University
Understand and follow the University’s policies and procedures and exercise good judgment accordingly
Assure that University and student information is managed in a confidential and ethical manner in accordance with the University’s Code of Conduct and Ethics
Manage your staff in accordance with University personnel policies
Encourage collaboration among the staff, provide regular evaluation and feedback, and facilitate developmental opportunities
Model and encourage collaboration among University offices and campuses assuring effective communication and operations
Provide leadership through conduct, attitude, and professionalism
Represent the University to students, external groups, faculty, and staff in a way that reflects positively on the University
Exercise inclusivity in your daily actions in accordance with the University’s Mission Statement, Statement of Spiritual Identity, and Statement of Inclusion, Openness, and Community

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
Collegiate level coaching experience preferred

Responsibilities

Assistance and organization to the administration of a university athletic program
Recruitment of student athletes
Coaching, mentoring, instructing
Practice management
Athletic team competition management
Retention of student athletes
Teaching, mentoring, instructing and imparting knowledge, to student athletes
Recruit, retain, and graduate student-athletes
Provide ongoing support to student-athletes concerning their academic progress toward degree completion
Support to Head Coach in the administration of the program including fund and friend raising
Provide 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