Assistant Baseball Coach/Facilities Assistant Contract

Vassar College

Assistant Baseball Coach/Facilities Assistant

Department: Athletics and Physical Education
Duration of Position: Academic year / Full time
Work Schedule:
Employee Type: Administrator
Posting Date: 11/05/2024
Union Representation: Not Applicable
Posting Number: AS560P
Pay Rate:
Compensation:
The salary for this full-time, ten month position is $32,000.

About Vassar College

Located in the scenic Mid-Hudson Valley, Vassar College is a highly selective, residential, coeducational liberal arts college. Vassar stands upon the homelands of the Munsee Lenape.

Vassar College is deeply committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion, and respect for difference. The College is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and especially welcomes applications from veterans, women, individuals with disabilities, and members of racial, ethnic, and other historically underrepresented groups.

Vassar College is a smoke-free, tobacco-free campus.

Vassar College athletics programs are conducted in compliance with policies, procedures and regulations of Vassar College, the NCAA and the Liberty League. Vassar College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged.

Vassar College offers a comprehensive benefits package for administrators which includes:

• 22 vacation days for full time employees – prorated if not full time, unlimited paid personal and sick time for use at the supervisors approval.
• 14 paid holidays per year which includes the week between Christmas and New Years Day.
• A choice of three health plans (EPO, PPO, High Deductible), Participation in FSA, Dependent Care, and Transit programs.
• Voluntary, employee paid dental insurance plan.
• Life Insurance and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability programs.
• 403(b) defined contribution plan after one year of service. For more information, visit: https://offices.vassar.edu/human-resources/benefits-and-wellness/retirement/
• New hires will be automatically enrolled in the SRA at a 4% employee contribution per paycheck.
• Tuition benefits for undergraduate programs: Eligible after applicable waiting period. For more information, visit: https://offices.vassar.edu/human-resources/benefits-and-wellness/tuition/

Position Summary and Responsibilities

Vassar College invites applications for the position of Assistant Baseball Coach/Facilities Assistant. This is a benefit-eligible, ten-month position. The individual will report to the Head Baseball Coach and the Associate Athletics Director for Facilities and Events. Weekend, holiday, early morning and/or late evening hours are required.

The successful candidate will assist the head coach in all aspects of an competitive and inclusive
NCAA Division III baseball program including, but not limited to:

• On-field instruction for practices and games
• Creation of practice plans
• Player and team development
• Academic monitoring
• Game strategies and competitive coaching
• Scouting opponents and game film preparation/video exchange
• Recruitment and retention of qualified student-athletes
• Budget management
• Team travel

Responsibilities for facilities and events include: Assisting the Associate Director of Athletics for Facilities & Events in the administration of all departmental facilities, uniforms and equipment, and event management, including but not limited to:

• Game site management including pre-game set-up and cleanup for home athletics contests and oversight and training of student workers
• Assistance with laundry and equipment during break periods
• Occasional building and desk supervision of the Athletics & Fitness Center (AFC)
• Identifying maintenance and repairs items as necessary

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree and coaching and/or playing experience at the collegiate level.
• A valid and unrestricted drivers license.
• Knowledge and compliance with NCAA and league rules and regulations.
• Certification in CPR, AED and First Aid is necessary but can be obtained through Vassar College as needed.
• Successful result of a background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two or more years of relevant experience.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and written/oral
  communication skills as well as a demonstrated commitment to the Division III philosophy.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Qualified applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, rsum and three references (with phone
numbers and email addresses) to: https://employment.vassar.edu. No applications by email will
be accepted. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position
is filled. For additional information please visit Vassar at www.vassar.edu.

For full consideration applicants should apply by:

All applicants must apply online at: https://employment.vassar.edu/postings/4189.

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