"Director of Operations, Baseball"

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics (DIA) Head Baseball Coach, the Director of Baseball Operations will provide administrative and operational services including recruiting for the Baseball program. Work directly with the coaching staff with management of the recruiting program, which includes working with the Director of Recruiting and the recruiting office. Assist with the planning and arranging of all team travel including developing itineraries, planning meals, selecting hotels, arranging transportation logistics, and managing all travel-related issues while on team trips. Manage game day operations at Jackie Robinson Stadium, which includes overseeing the coaches’ and players’ pass list, assisting Game Management with any issues that may arise, acting as a recruiting host for prospective student-athletes that may attend a game. Work with the Director of Recruiting to organize and execute Junior Day events. Act as liaison with the UCLA Athletic Communication and Marketing offices. Work with MLB scouts, distributing rosters, pitching rotations, paperwork and schedules. Help plan special team events throughout the year, including the annual Alumni Game, Dodger College Baseball Classic, and annual meet & greet. Work with Head Baseball Coach on Alumni relations, including monthly email updates. Coordinate with visiting teams, including setting up team practice sessions, assisting with setting up post-game meals, and helping to accommodate any other needs the visiting team may have. Oversee the team managers. Assist Head Baseball Coach with preparation of scouting reports and overseeing synergy, trackman during games as well as XOS. Requires traveling with the team and attending home games, and, evenings and weekend hours are required.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a D1 Athletic Department and University system. (Required)
• Previous experience in college baseball. (Required)
• Knowledge of and experience with collegiate recruiting program (such as Jump Forward). (Required)
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize assignments and work independently to complete assignments despite various deadlines, competing requirements and changing priorities; including ability or organize and maintain a calendar system. (Required)
• Advanced knowledges of the game of baseball. (Required)
• Advanced computer skills. (Required)
• Ability to exercise sound judgement to handle sensitive and confidential information/material with discretion. (Required)
• Ability to interact diplomatically with individuals of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds. (Required)
• Excellent communication skills, including superior public relations skills, outstanding interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships and correspondence with staff, faculty, media, recruits, visiting coaches, donors, parents, and BIG 10 and NCAA officials. (Required)
• Ability to perform under stress and maintain composure in the face of resistance, indifference or hostility. (Required)
• Working knowledge of University purchasing, accounting policies and procedures; as well as contracts and demonstrated budgetary skills. (Preferred)
• Working knowledge of University, Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations. (Required)
• Incumbent must be skilled in managing and organizing personnel, equipment, and material resources in order to provide the most efficient working environment. (Required)
• Must have the ability to analyze situations and systems, identify problems, and implement solutions impartially and fairly. (Required)
• Ability to make decisions on immediate problems within prescribed scope of authority, based on knowledge of policies and procedures, including pertinent NCAA rules and regulations. (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience required. (Required)
• Must possess, upon hire, and maintain a valid CA noncommercial Class C License in accordance with the California (CA) Department of Motor Vehicles. (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
• Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
• CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".
• 20% Travel for team activities, including away competitions.

Schedule

Variable

Union/Policy Covered

99-Policy Covered