The University of Saint Mary is a Roman Catholic, liberal arts university located in Leavenworth, Kansas, just 25 minutes away from Kansas City. For over 90 years, the University of Saint Mary has helped students find their way to meaningful lives and careers through an education that blends the liberal arts and a focus on critical thinking with the development of key professional skills. USM serves about 1,400 students at its main campus in Leavenworth, including its satellite locations in Overland Park and Lansing Correctional Facility, as well as online.
POSITION SUMMARY: Plans and directs the activities of the Softball program ensuring that the team follows the direction and mission of USM and the Athletic Department.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Oversee the conduct, discipline and positive character development of student-athletes by using the guidelines and principles of the USM Mission and the NAIA Champions of Character initiative
- Teach and promote the USM Mission values of community, respect, justice and excellence
- Responsible for the recruitment of student athletes with recommendation for athletic financial aid awards
- Responsible for administering NAIA, KCAC and USM policies pertaining to recruitment and student-athlete eligibility.
- Responsible for the Softball team schedule as well as coordination of team travel
- Assesses player skills and assigns team positions
- Field a competitive team through evaluation of own and opposition team capabilities to determine game strategy
- Assists in inventory management, distribution, and collection of equipment and uniforms
- Supervises all practices and competitions
- Hire, evaluate and supervise team managers and assistant coaches
- Works with the Athletic Department in all sport promotions, fundraising, and recruitment efforts
- Assist with USM Athletic Department game and event management
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS: - Must have working knowledge of NAIA and KCAC rules and regulations
- Bachelor's Degree, Masters preferred
- 3-5 years related experience
TO APPLY:
Submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three current professional references.
Saint Mary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.