To administer a Division I program in the sport of baseball consistent with the policies of Miami University, the National Collegiate Athletic Association, and other appropriate governing bodies (i.e. Mid-American Conference). The Head Baseball Coach will be responsible for facilitating the academic, athletic, and overall growth of every Baseball student-athlete. Additionally, this individual, will work closely with the Baseball Sport Administrator and Athletic Director, to continually assess and elevate the program's status in the areas of academics, recruiting, budget tracking and reporting, equipment ordering, marketing/public relations, sports medicine, strength and conditioning, departmental compliance, alumni engagement, facility management. This position specifically supports the mission of the University and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics by assisting in institutional compliance with NCAA and Conference rules and regulations.
Duties/Physical Demands:
• Plan, organize and direct all activities involved with a Division I baseball program. • Develop and monitor the academic progress of students through graduation rates and APR scores. • Recruit prospective student-athletes of character who can developmentally thrive at Miami University. • Conduct the baseball program in accordance with all NCAA rules, including attendance at compliance meetings, appropriate record keeping for recruiting and playing/practice seasons, monitoring eligibility of student-athletes in the program, successfully completing the annual NCAA certification test, and assisting in the education of student-athletes about NCAA rules. • Plan and administer all practice and game-related activities. • Hire and supervise full-time assistant coaches and support staff. • Develop, track, manage and be fiscally responsible for the sport budget. • Purchase and coordinate sport equipment along with assigned Asst Dir of Sport & Facility Svcs • Work with strength and conditioning staff to develop a program suitable for student-athletes. • Work alongside the Sports Medicine personnel to ensure the physical health and safety of all student-athletes is of utmost importance • Process financial aid recommendations as appropriate for the baseball program. • Monitor the admission process for incoming student-athletes with the Office of Admissions. • Represent the baseball program to outside constituencies (media, civic groups, donor functions, campus departments, student groups, etc…) • Participate in departmental activities, including service on committees and attendance at all scheduled required meetings. • Assist in the identification of career outreach opportunities for student-athletes. • Engage Miami Baseball Alumni across the country through a systematic stewardship process along with the help of the Sport Administrator and University Advancement Office. • Participate in activities as requested by ICA Development • Perform other duties as assigned by the athletic administration.
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• Bachelor's Degree • Experience in teaching baseball skills, recruiting and coaching
Desired Qualifications:
• Master's Degree • Network of contacts in primary recruiting areas • Division I coaching experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of NCAA rules and policies Strong interpersonal skills in dealing with prospective student-athletes, current student-athletes, staff and University personnel Strong organizational skills to manage and lead an athletic program Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and promote an inclusive work environment
“Miami University, a student-centered public university founded in 1809, has built its success through an unwavering commitment to liberal arts undergraduate education, with complementary quality graduate programs, and the active engagement of its students in both curricular and co-curricular life. With a student body of 16,000, Miami effectively combines a wide range of strong academic programs with faculty who love to teach and the personal attention ordinarily found only at much smaller institutions. Faculty and staff are highly valued for their contributions toward the Miami experience. Employees enjoy a competitive benefits package and stable work environment as they work to support the university’s educational mission. Miami’s main campus is located in Oxford, Ohio, 35 miles northwest of Cincinnati, with regional campuses located in Hamilton and Middletown, Ohio, and a center in Luxembourg. Known as one of the most beautiful campuses in the nation, Miami, the nation's tenth oldest public university, is recognized for its striking red brick Georgian-style architecture and tree-shaded lawns. Take a Virtual Tour from our website.”
