Assistant Softball Coach & Rec Center Assistant

DORDT UNIVERSITY

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:               Assistant Softball Coach & Rec Center Assistant

DEPARTMENT:       Athletic Department

REPORTS TO:          Head Softball Coach & Athletic Director

PURPOSE OF POSITION: 

The purpose of this position so to assist the head coach in the development and growth of the softball program at Dordt which will support the mission of the university, as well as bring a knowledge and passion of softball to students, with a commitment to excellence and bringing glory to God. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the recruiting process as directed by the head coach.
• Assist the head and assistant coach in all aspects of varsity practices and games.
• Oversee, manage, and direct the JV program.
• Help promote, devise, and implement a more extensive summer camp selection.
• Work individually and within small groups to ensure players are reaching their full potential.
• Maintain program’s social media network.
• Break down game film, study opponent, and devise scouting reports as needed.
• Assist in the training and supervision of student employees in the Rec Center.
• Collaborate with the Rec Center Director and events staff to coordinate requests and schedule activities in the Rec Center and gymnasium.
• Greet visitors and conduct tours for people who visit the facility.
• Event oversite for athletic events as necessary.
• Assist in overseeing event setup and takedown for Dordt University athletic events.
• Other duties as assigned by the head coach or athletic director.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• A clear understanding and commitment to the Reformed perspective and mission of Dordt University and ability to clearly articulate and communicate the mission effectively.

• Ability to express an active Christian commitment, which shall include identification with a local organized church that holds to beliefs that are consistent with the mission of the university.

• Prospective members of the Dordt University community are expected to agree with its sexuality, gender identity, and sexual conduct policy which can be found on the DU website (contact the HR Office if you need additional information).

• Bachelor’s degree is required along with 1-3 years of related experience, preferably at the university level.

• Demonstrated coaching ability and experience, as well as strong knowledge of the game of softball.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with student athletes, athletic officials and all University’s constituents.

• Mature interpersonal skills including the ability to have strong oral and written communication skills that indicate the ability to work effectively with prospective and current students, faculty and staff, community members, and other professionals.

• Coordination skills necessary for scheduling activities and organizing and maintaining records.

• Administrative skills needed for handling budget and cash transactions and for initiating policies and procedures for the center.

• Short-term planning skills in developing usage and maintenance plans for the center.

• Physical skills needed for setting up and tearing down equipment for events.

• General knowledge of facility equipment.

• Knowledge of NAIA regulations and guidelines governing the recruitment and retention of student athletes.