Job Details
Job Location: Edmond, OK 73034
Position Type: Staff
Salary Range: $10.00 - $10.00 Hourly
Job Category: OTRS Ineligible
Description
Position Classification:
Temporary/Seasonal, part-time, hourly and non-exempt staff
position.
General Schedule:
10-25 hrs/wk (working nights, weekends, and holidays during the
season is a possible function of this position).
Position Overview:
This position is classified as a part-time/seasonal at-will
employment appointment with administrative (30%) and coaching
(teaching) (70%) responsibilities. The coach will provide daily
instruction to student-athletes to increase their knowledge and
understanding of the sport. Provide strategic direction,
leadership, and motivation to prepare student-athletes for
intercollegiate competition. Plan, organize and conduct practice
sessions. Educate and enforce safety rules and regulations. Plan
and direct physical conditioning programs that will enable athletes
to achieve maximum performance. Educate individuals or groups in
rules, strategies, techniques, and principles relevant to their
particular sport. Evaluate athletes' skill level and review
performance records to determine their fitness and potential in a
particular area of athletics. Keep abreast of changing rules,
techniques, technologies, and philosophies relevant to their sport.
Ensure compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations for their
respective sport program.
Department Specific Essential Job Functions:
The Assistant Softball Coach will serve as a representative of the
University displaying courtesy, tact, consideration and discretion
in all interactions with other members of the UCO community and
with the public.
- Assist head coach in planning and executing practice
sessions.
- Work with student-athletes in developing Softball Skills.
- Assess competitor performance.
- Help to formulate workout sessions and game plans.
- Coordinate recruiting efforts which involve evaluating current
and potential talent at high schools, junior colleges, and
four-year transfers.
Performs other related tasks as assigned.
A coach who is found in violation of NCAA regulations shall be
subject to disciplinary or corrective action as set forth in the
provisions of the NCAA enforcement procedures, including suspension
without pay or termination of employment for significant or
repetitive violations.
Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of and adheres to applicable
NCAA, Conference, University, and departmental rules and
regulations.
Upon notification of any NCAA violation, reports the violation
to the NCAA Compliance Office. Also has a responsibility to follow
applicable procedures and cooperate fully with any and all
investigations of potential violations of NCAA, Conference,
University or departmental rules and regulations.
Qualifications/Experience Required:
The ideal candidate will have experience in teaching, instructing
and coaching, preferably at the collegiate level. Requires the
application of expertise in a chosen field to achieve results. 1+
years of experience. Appropriate profession accomplishments and
credentials.
Candidate must have current certification in First Aid, CPR &
AED or become certified as required by NCAA DII Bylaw 11.1.6 prior
to the start of employment. Post-hire: Must complete NCAA Coaching
Certification Modules within (14) days of beginning employment
date.
Must have a valid driver's license, clean driving record, and be
able to operate a typical motor vehicle.
Qualifications/Experience Preferred:
Bachelor's degree in Education or related field. Previous
experience as a Softball Coach, preferably as a College or High
School Head Coach or as an assistant at the college level.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Demonstrated competency in the areas of skills instruction,
academic prioritization, ability to function in a multi-dimensional
organization, budget management, and talent assessment. Must meet
the physical demands of the position which includes extensive
Softball related activities and event preparation. Ability to work
in an environment where the education, welfare, and graduation of
student-athletes receive primary emphasis.
Will this employee supervise others?
No, this employee will NOT supervise other employees.
Physical Demands:
Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may
be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform essential functions.