Director of Baseball Operations

Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of the Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona. GCU is an institutionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.

Do you want to be part of an elite Division I program? Grand Canyon University’s Athletic Department is passionate about helping student-athletes achieve their highest level of excellence. The Athletic Department uses intercollegiate sport as a platform for developing our student-athletes in integrity, and personal growth.

Grand Canyon University is seeking a Director of Baseball Operations. This position is  responsible for assisting the Baseball program in a variety of functions that include but not limited to recruiting, video operations, and player development. Serves as liaison between the sport program and all GCU departments and outside agencies.   The individual is expected to abide by all conference, professional certification requirements, GCU and NCAA regulations.  This position demands honesty, integrity and the ability to work within the Christian mission of GCU.  The individual works under general supervision of the Head Coach. 

What you will do: 

• Assists with recruiting and administrative recruiting duties for the Baseball program in the Intercollegiate Athletics Department at Grand Canyon University.

• Assists with the Coordination for all on-campus or off campus recruiting functions, responds to all public inquires and questions about the sport program regarding recruitment and regularly informs coaching staff about all recruiting activities and initiatives.

• Assists the staff in developing relationships within the local community as well as youth coaches including high school, prep school, junior college, and club.

• Coordinates other functions as directed by the Head Coach.

Video Operations:

• Assists in the coordination of all activities for video operations which includes game day video acquisition, practice video, self-scout and opponent breakdown of games

• Gains proficiency in game day analysis software tools to provide films (edited if necessary) and scouting reports to the coaches

• Ensures that all video equipment is properly maintained, repaired and functioning

• Assists with game day production setup

• Transports and properly set up equipment for practice and game day needs

• Video tapes games and practices when requested

• Organizes non-conference and conference film exchange in accordance with applicable guidelines

• Works with video equipment and software supplier to maintain and update video equipment as needed

• Assists with special video and or administrative projects and support as assigned by the Head Coach

Player Development:

• Assists and executes development of programs to assist student-athletes’ transition into the GCU collegiate experience

• Liaisons with all necessary university departments to ensure the program and student-athlete needs are addressed as they relate to academic advising, housing, admissions, sports information, campus recreation, compliance, athletic training, facilities/event management, and strength and conditioning.

• Coordinates student-athlete development initiatives and community service activities.

• Assists with coordination of camps and clinics to ensure maximum participation.

• Organizes and secures all logistics for team and visiting team transportation, lodging, and meals and collaborates with the opponent’s institution to secure practice time and other on-site facility needs.

• Coordinates the scheduling of facilities for practice, game day, and out-of-season workouts 

• Assists with any logistics or administrative needs for special events hosted by University Athletics

• Assists with assigned projects initiatives which may involve practices, games, individual sessions, and weight room areas.

• Makes recommendations and executes improvements to GCU program’s usage of software and other technical developmental tools that will enhance athlete performance

• Performs all other duties as assigned to contribute to the success of the program.

What you will need:

• Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution required.

• Experience as student athlete and/or coach in the sport

• Minimum of two years’ experience in organizing and managing projects and/or activities is required; preferably in athletics department for Division I school.

• Must be able to pass pre employment backgro