Athletic Coaching Specialist (Recreation Coordinator) at Indiana University in new albany, Indiana

Job Description:

Department



ATHLETICS (SE-ATHL-IUSEA)



Department Information



The Department of Athletics provides intercollegiate, intramural, and recreational opportunities for students. Through these opportunities students achieve educational and personal fulfillment, life skills, character development and campus pride. Currently IU Southeast offers 7 intercollegiate varsity sports: Men's and Women's Basketball, Men's and Women's Tennis, Volleyball, Baseball and Softball. The Grenadier athletic department also fields Cheerleading as a student organization. For more information, visit our website.



Job Summary



Indiana University Southeast is seeking a highly motivated, passionate and versatile Athletic Coaching Specialist. This position will be responsible for assisting in all facets of recruiting, player development and organizational leadership within a nationally competitive NAIA Baseball program competing in the River States Conference. This role supports the general administration and organization of the IU Southeast baseball program and reports directly to the Head Baseball Coach


Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Assists in the organization and administration of the IU Southeast baseball program.


• Provides positive leadership for the students involved in the baseball program. Strive to motivate them in all phases of their lives; academically, athletically, and socially.


• Assists the head coach in budget preparations.


• Assists the head coach in the development and coordination of fundraising efforts for the team.


• Assists in the supervision of baseball scouting and recruiting.


• Assists in the coordination and implementation of practice for student-athletes in preparation for intercollegiate competition.


• Assists in the coordination of the off-season conditioning program.


• Supports head coach with the monitoring of academic progress and aid in dealing with academic matters within the baseball program.


• Assists in the coordination of practice planning and workout schedules for student-athletes in preparation for intercollegiate competition.


• Demonstrates willingness to adhere to regulating bodies, such as the NAIA, River States Conference, and the Indiana University system.


• Assists in the education of the baseball student-athletes on policies set forth by the Code of Student Conduct and Athletic Department.


• Helps the head coach ensure the proper care, maintenance, and security of the athletic facilities, baseball equipment, uniforms, and supplies.


• Assists with game day administration for home games.


• Responsible for ground maintenance on baseball field, softball field, and intramural field. Duties include mowing, weeding, seeding, and fertilizing athletic facilities/grounds.

General Responsibilities

• Plans, conducts, oversees, and evaluates recreational programming.


• Oversees the work activities of temporary employees.


• Assists with marketing of recreational programming.


• Maintains compliance by monitoring adherence to the established risk management plan.


• Recommends program policies and procedures to leaders.

Qualifications



Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.


EDUCATION



Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Recreation, Sports Management, or related field

WORK EXPERIENCE



Required

• 4 years of related experience with recreational programming

Preferred

• Experience in coaching baseball at the collegiate/professional level.


• Experience developing and implementing innovative and effective player-development programing.


• Experience with baseball technology: Blast Motion, Rapsodo, Pitch Logic and other player development tools.


• Experience in digital (video editing) & social media with strong organizational & communication skills.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES



Required

• CPR/AED within 180 Days From Date of Hire


• Standard First Aid within 180 Days From Date of Hire


• Preventing Disease Transmission/Universal Precautions within 180 Days From Date of Hire


• May required related recreational certifications

Preferred

• Possess a valid driver's license with the ability to be insured by Indiana University

SKILLS



Required

• Proficient communication skills


• Maintains a high degree of professionalism


• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills


• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality


• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment


• Highly thorough and dependable


• Possesses a high degree of initiative


• Ability to build strong customer relationships

Working Conditions / Demands



This position requires both sedentary work and long durations of movement about the workspace. It requires the ability to move and transport objects and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential tasks with or without an accommodation.



Additional Information



Employer sponsorship is not available for this position.



Work Location



IU Southeast Campus


New Albany, Indiana



Advertised Salary



$31,200 annually



Benefits Overview



For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance


• Dental insurance


• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution


• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options


• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting


• Additional supplemental retirement plan options


• Tuition benefit for IU classes


• 10 paid holidays per year


• Generous Paid Time Off


• Paid Parental Leave


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.



Job Classification



Career Level: Mastery


FLSA: Nonexempt


Job Function: Athletic Affairs


Job Family: Recreational Sports


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This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.


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