OTTAWA UNIVERSITY

Position Description

Position Title: Assistant Coach
Unit and Location: The College
Reports to: Head Coach

Job Summary

Responsible for supporting the operations of a University athletic program including the recruitment of student athletes, team scheduling and programming, public relations, academic support, and the retention of student athletes. Travel is required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in the recruiting process of prospective student athletes for a specific team. Assist them with required information for admission to the school. Provide continuing conversations and contacts with prospective student athletes. Guide them through the enrollment process. Recruit student athletes that are a “good fit” with the University as well as to the athletic team.

• Work as a member of a recruitment team through support of the processes and goals of the admissions, financial aid, business and registrar's offices. Work within the established enrollment processes to provide an efficient and smooth transition for the prospective athlete.

• Support the leadership and direction of the team that is established by the head coach. Work with the athletic team as a whole as well as to the individual needs of the team members. Work toward team unity as well as the general unity of the College. Provide regular support and direction to student athletes. Make retention of student athletes a goal and priority.

• Collaboration with and support of other coaches and personnel within the athletic department. Work as a member within the programs and goals of all OU athletic teams.

• Work within the approved sport's team budget and manage expenses during the year to assure that they remain within approved funding levels. Additionally, adhere to KCAC and NAIA regulations and guidelines.

• Provide a strong academic emphasize and support of academics through your leadership and activities of the athletic team. Be mindful of the contribution the student athletes make to the College community including academic performance and participation in and contribution to non-athletic activities.

• Understand the University's policies and procedures and exercise judgment accordingly. Assure that University and student information is handled confidentially.

• Provide leadership to those with whom you work through your conduct, attitude, and professionalism. Represent the University to students, external groups, faculty and staff in a way that reflects well on the University. Support, embrace, and mentor the Christian principles of the University as well as be committed to the educational mission of the University

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related field preferred.
Experience: Coaching and playing experience required.
Required Skills and Abilities:

• Effective communication skills.

• Ability to think critically and exercise sound judgment.

• Ability to manage complex tasks, individuals, and team situations.

Send letter of application, resume, and contact information for three professional references to Lorrie Hammit, Head Volleyball Coach, Ottawa University, 1001 South Cedar Box #7, Ottawa, Kansas 66067 or e-mail to lorrie.hammit@ottawa.edu.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  EOE.

Ottawa University is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate in the recruitment of applicants, employment opportunities, or general employment practices on the basis of race, age, sex, color, religion, disability, national origin, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.