Assistant Baseball Pitching Coach

University Overview: 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. In addition, candidates should possess leadership skills, demonstrate a commitment to the highest ideals of sportsmanship and academics, as well as developing and maintaining a positive student-athlete experience.

Candidates for the above position should possess a commitment to Christian higher education, model servant leadership, and be willing to assume the duties listed in the following general position description.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

• 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.
• As directed, monitor and encourage academic progress of the student-athlete culminating in their graduation; counsel student-athletes as needed in academic, disciplinary, and personal matters, including consulting with the Student Services personnel and other University administrators to resolve problems.
• Provide for the safety and welfare of team members at all fitness levels working closely with the athletic training staff
• Represent the athletic department at professional, civic, charitable, and alumni events as requested; assist with coordinating community service projects, leadership training, and outreach activities as part of the NAIA’s Champions of Character program.
• Commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards.
• 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.
• As directed, monitor and encourage academic progress of the student-athlete culminating in their graduation; counsel student-athletes as needed in academic, disciplinary, and personal matters, including consulting with the Student Services personnel and other University administrators to resolve problems.
• Provide for the safety and welfare of team members at all fitness levels working closely with the athletic training staff
• Represent the athletic department at professional, civic, charitable, and alumni events as requested; assist with coordinating community service projects, leadership training, and outreach activities as part of the NAIA’s Champions of Character program.
• Commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards.

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.
• Ability to establishing collaborative working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and outside constituent groups.
• Ability to prioritize and deal with several tasks concurrently, while maintaining flexibility, high energy, creativity, and attention to detail.
• Ability to quickly and easily get to know many students and the ability to work alternative hours when student issues or programs require it.
• Ability to use new technologies to accomplish team and departmental goals.
• Ability to travel and work a varied schedule which may include night and weekend hours.
• Ability to drive a vehicle, and/or transport staff and team members in University owned or leased vehicles

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree is required
• Collegiate playing and/or coaching experience including effective leadership, communication, and recruiting skills is preferred. 

APPLICATION: Interested individuals who meet the criteria outlined above should submit all the following documentation to be considered for the position.

• Cover letter
• Resume
• List of professional references (minimum of 3 including phone numbers and email addresses)
• Statement of faith, including details on how Christian faith impacts coaching (1-page maximum).

Questions may be addressed to Abigail Brubaker, HR Generalist the office of Human Resources at abrubaker@mnu.edu. Other questions regarding the position can be directed to Head Baseball Coach Ryan Thompson at rkthompson@mnu.edu.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Statement of Faith: MidAmerica Nazarene University is an intentionally Christian Community and desires that all employees in positions of leadership reflect a foundational Christian position in word, attitude and action. While there is no predetermined length or format for the Personal Statement of Faith, the norm is a one or two-page narrative document describing the applicant’s central Christian beliefs, significant formative influences in the applicant’s Christian experience (e.g., religious experiences of conversion or the affirmation of one’s faith, one’s family and/or home life, spiritual aspirations), and ways in which the applicant’s faith is being demonstrated in daily patterns and practices.

MidAmerica Nazarene University policy prohibits discrimination based on race, sex, religion*, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected class in the recruitment and admission of students, in the hiring process, during employment, and in the operation of all university programs, activities, and services.

*Christian faith and employment at MidAmerica Nazarene University: MidAmerica Nazarene University is an expression of the Church of the Nazarene. It reserves the right to prefer employees based on religion (Title VII, Section 702-703, U.S. Civil Rights Act of 1964). Preferred candidates demonstrate a strong commitment to the Christian faith, active participation in a local church, and a philosophy of Christian higher education consistent with the Wesleyan tradition.

Read the university’s full Non-Discrimination/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement at www.mnu.edu/jobs