Part-Time Assistant Coach (Throws) – Misericordia University

Institution: Misericordia University

Location: Dallas, PA

Salary: TBD

Job Description

Primary Purpose of This Job

The Assistant Coach will be responsible for the weekly training of the members of the team competing in throwing events.

Essential Functions

• Abide by the rules and regulations established by the NCAA, Middle Athletic Conference, and the University.
• Assist in providing leadership and support in planning, developing and implementing an instructional program in the sport as assigned by the Coach.
• Assist in fostering a climate conducive to learning.
• Maintain knowledge of coaching strategies.
• Provide instruction to student-athletes on the fundamentals, details and strategies of the sport as assigned by the Coach.
• Assist with pre-post workouts.
• Assist with the recruitment of potential student athletes.
• Maintain and upgrade professional skills in order to improve instructions for students.

Related Duties

• Assist to resolve game management and/or set-up issues for home events.
• Assist with game management set-up and site supervision.
• Evening and weekend hours to include team travel.
• Uphold and promote the Mission and Philosophy of the University and the Sisters of Mercy.
• Preserve honesty and integrity in the professional affairs of the University; adhere to high standards of ethical practices and conduct.

Requirements

Equivalent combinations of education, licenses, certifications and/or experience may be considered.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university

Experience

• Prior playing or coaching experience at the college, university, or professional level.
• Demonstrated athletic leadership experience
• Strong administrative, managerial, and interpersonal skills

Licenses/Certifications

• None

Work-Related Knowledge

• Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
• A strong commitment to the Student-Athlete concept

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Problem-Solving/Decision-Making Skills

• Identify problems, inform others, and provide information to assist with solving the problem.
• Identify problems, investigate the root-cause, and make recommendations for solutions.

Verbal Communication Skills

• Use verbal skills to communicate with co-workers or customers.
• Use verbal skills to transfer information to groups
• Use verbal skills to transfer information to large groups and/or influence others. Possesses and demonstrates interpersonal relationship skills such that one can work independently and in a multi-layered team environment while fostering positive relationships, teamwork, and cooperation so that the organization can meets its goals.

Written Communication Skills

• Complete and maintain documentation/records, to effectively convey ideas and information both in written and oral form.

Math Skills

• Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, ratios.

Computer Skills: Required to successfully complete essential functions of the job.

• Internet and email
• Spreadsheet Software
• Word processing Software

Tools & Equipment (Other than general office equipment):

• General Office Equipment

Contacts

• Coworkers within the same department
• Students
• Mid-management level employees
• Executive management level employees
• Customers of the organization
• Members of the general public
• Employees of peer organizations
• Vendors/suppliers/service providers
• Members of the media

Mental Demands

• High Level of Record Keeping – Enter, transcribe, record, store or maintain information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
• Independent Judgment and Discretion – Accountable for comparing and evaluating possible course of conduct and acting/making a decision (without immediate director or supervision) after various solutions have been considered. More than use of skill in applying well-established techniques, procedures or specific standards described in manuals or other sources.
• Organize and Prioritize – Organize information, processes and/or prioritize work to meet demands/deadlines.
• Manage Multiple Projects/Tasks – Work on multiple projects/tasks concurrently, in order to meet varied deadlines. May work for multiple bosses.
• Respond to Angry/Upset Individuals – Appropriate respond to unpleasant, angry or anxious individuals as part of the job requirements.
• Read, Comprehend and Follow Instructions/Work Orders – Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken or written form.
• Relate to Others – Regular day-to-day contact with internal/external customers.

Physical Demands

Constantly More than 75 percent of time on job

• Ability to communicate orally
• Ability to hear conversation

Frequently 25 to 75 percent of time on job

• Ability to sit
• Ability to stand
• Ability to walk
• Ability to use both hands

Occasionally Up to 25 percent of time on job

No activities specified.

Working Conditions

• This position typically requires work outside.
• This position occasionally requires travel and/or overnight stays.

Job Categories

NCAA Division III, Part-Time, Assistant Coach, Throws

How to Apply

Email
cwadas@misericordia.edu

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