Assistant Baseball Coach-Hitting Coach

DORDT UNIVERSITY JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE

Assistant Baseball Coach - Hitting Coach

DEPARTMENT

Athletics

REPORTS TO

Head Baseball Coach

POSITION TYPE

Full-time administrative staff

PURPOSE OF POSITION

To provide leadership in the planning, organizing, and coaching of the Dordt University baseball program, specifically working with the hitters/defense. This assistant coach position supports the distinct mission of Dordt University and creates an environment in which student-athletes grow and develop through their experience to become insightful, obedient, and active servants in God's world. The coach leads in ways that enhance Dordt's reputation and brand with all audiences and further Dordt's mission.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Participate in the life of the Dordt University community. Develop and implement a personal annual contribution and professional development plan consistent with university and departmental goals; use the plan as part of the regular self-assessment. Serve as an assistant baseball coach, specifically working with the varsity hitters/defense. The ideal candidate is an offensive minded hitting coach with specific infield, outfield, or catcher knowledge to assist with defensive work. Work with the head baseball coach to effectively teach fundamentals and techniques to improve the offense as well as a specific defensive position group. Assist with and/or coordinate the recruiting efforts for the baseball program. Developing and implementing daily player development and practice plans. Oversee junior varsity hitter development. Organize and conduct off-season conditioning, playing, and lifting plans/programs for hitters. Create opponent scouting reports to prepare the offense for competition. Help coordinate game day events and other team activities. Oversee academic progress reports for the student-athletes. Assist with operations such as meals and travel arrangements, equipment inventory, social media, etc. Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and/or Athletic Director.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

A clear commitment to the Reformed perspective and mission of Dordt University, and the ability to articulate how this Christian perspective shapes the coaching of baseball. 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 our sexuality, gender identity, and sexual conduct policy which can be found on the DU website (contact the HR office if you need more information). A master's degree in exercise science, sports leadership, or a related field is preferred. Mature interpersonal, collaborative, and oral and written communication skills that indicate the ability to work effectively with students, faculty and staff, community members, and other professionals. Previous collegiate or high school coaching experience preferred.