Assistant Baseball Pitching Coach

MidAmerica Nazarene University, a premier Christian University located in Olathe, KS is seeking applications for the position of assistant baseball coach. This is a seasonal coaching position with stipend pay. Candidates should exemplify the principles, guidelines and covenants of MidAmerica Nazarene University and possess experience in coaching at the intercollegiate level.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To coach and instruct student-athletes within the baseball program with primary focus in the area of the pitching discipline; as directed, assist with other instruction maximizing time, effort, safety and skill.
• Lead and direct the programs recruitment efforts, recruiting and retaining outstanding student-athletes to the MNU baseball program who excel academically; coordinate communication and campus visits with recruits and families.
• Promote the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletic program, including adherence and enforcement of all departmental policies and procedures, as well as University, Conference and NAIA rules and regulations.

QUALIFCATIONS:

• Experience in the Pitching Discipline with a history of developing a pitching staff, calling a game, scouting, recruiting, and training pitchers; preferable at the collegiate level.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing, in a manner consistent with professional standards.
• Ability to consistently demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with persons both internal and external to the University, both on the telephone and in person. The ability to relate in a caring manner to students and families from a broad range of backgrounds, both in group situations and individually, and to effectively advise students and mediate disputes, some of which will be emotionally-charged.
• The ability to remain calm in crisis situations, to act decisively, and to apply sound judgment in determining appropriate action regarding interventions, assistance and referral of students to other University staff members.
• Ability to respond to student, parent, faculty and staff questions and concerns.