Assistant Baseball Coach

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide coaching leadership that is consistent with the College of DuPage mission, vision and core values.
• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the sport, which include but are not limited to practices and games.
• Must know and monitor all College of DuPage and NJCAA eligibility and academic progress requirements for student athletes.
• In coordination with the Office of Admission, recruit prospective student athletes from high schools following guidelines in NJCAA manual.
• Responsible for adhering to all college policies related to team budgets and over all college finance practices.
• Assist in travel and transportation arrangements and handling of funds for team travel.
• Monitor sportsmanship and conduct of student/athletes on and off field/court.
• Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with college and athletic department policies, procedures and core values.
• Perform other duties as determined in consultation with the Athletic Director or designee.
• Attends coaches department meetings, as scheduled.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge of innovative and proven coaching strategies and techniques required.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, with a commitment to developing and maintaining a positive and productive playing environment for all team members required.
• Proven ability to provide mentoring and leadership to student-athletes and a commitment to student-athlete welfare required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to NJCAA rules/requirements relevant to the conduct of an intercollegiate program required.
• Proven ability to work effectively with diverse groups required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills required.
• Ability to work and/or travel a flexible schedule to include evening, weekend, or limited overnight assignments required.

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