Assistant Coach

Men’s Baseball

Intercollegiate Athletics

 

Position Description

 The Department of Athletics at California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) invites applications for a full-time position at the rank of Coaching Assistant (12-month) with the appointment starting on September 9, 2024.

At CSUDH, we celebrate and respect diversity in all forms that include every race, religion, gender, ethnicity, veterans, people with varied abilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. CSUDH is seeking applications from candidates who can demonstrate experience in teaching and working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and contribute to the University’s mission, vision, and core values.

For more information: Mission, Vision, and Core Values.

 

The Position

The Assistant coach is responsible for supporting the Head Baseball coach as well as the Associate Vice President/Director of Athletics in all operations of the baseball program in accordance with NCAA, California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) and University rules, regulations, and policies. Duties include but are not limited to the following: recruiting, scheduling, planning, organizing, revenue generation and/or fundraising, monitoring academic performance and promoting intercollegiate athletics and other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director. The ideal candidate can illustrate coaching success at the collegiate level in the sport of Men’s Baseball; excellent communication, organizational and leadership skills; strong commitment to the academic achievement of student-athletes. This ideal candidate also has the ability to act as a mentor; demonstrate sensitivity to and contribute to equality and diversity issues.

 

Qualifications Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 or more years of successful high school head coaching and/or collegiate coaching experience in the sport of Men’s Baseball.
• Commitment to and/or experience working with students from diverse ages, socioeconomic, cultural and academic backgrounds.
• Strong and stable work ethic;
• Commitment to excellence in academics and athletics;
• A commitment to and understanding of recruiting, retaining and graduating student-athletes, and the ability to collaboratively work with department and campus partners;
• Evidence of high ethical standards as well as personal and professional integrity;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with both internal and external constituencies;
• Experience in fiscal management, and ability and willingness to be involved in revenue generation and/or fundraising;
• Ability to lead, motivate, organize, and make sound decisions;
• An understanding of the dynamics of diversity in higher education and the ability to incorporate this understanding, as appropriate, in all levels of the work;
• Ability to clearly articulate a coherent plan and vision to build and enhance the Cal State Dominguez Hill’s Men’s Baseball program and
• A valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Preferred /Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree and a minimum of 4 or more years of successful head collegiate coaching experience in the sport of Men’s Baseball;
• Previous experience with Division II athletic program;
• Demonstrated success and experience in revenue generation and/or fundraising;
• Affiliation and activity with professional organizations appropriate to the position;
• Recruiting experience on the West Coast, preferably California;

 

How to Apply

A completed on-line application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply, please visit CSUDH career-opportunities.

Application Deadline Date:

The position is open until filled. Review of applications will begin in August 16, 2024. For full consideration, please submit your completed application no later than August 15, 2024.

 

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