Athletic Coaching Specialist (Recreation Coordinator)

ATHLETICS (SE-ATHL-IUSEA) The Department of Athletics provides intercollegiate, intramural and recreational opportunities for students. Through these opportunities students achieve educational and personal fulfillment, life skills, character development and campus pride. Indiana University Southeast is seeking a highly motivated, passionate and versatile Athletic Coaching Specialist. Department‑Specific Responsibilities Responsible for assisting in all facets of recruiting, player development and organizational leadership within a nationally competitive NAIA Baseball program competing in the River States Conference. Supports the general administration and organization of the IU Southeast baseball program and reports directly to the Head Baseball Coach. Assists in the organization and administration of the IU Southeast baseball program. Provides positive leadership for the students involved in the baseball program. Strive to motivate them in all phases of their lives; academically, athletically, and socially. Assists the head coach in budget preparations. Assists the head coach in the development and coordination of fundraising efforts for the team. Assists in the supervision of baseball scouting and recruiting. Assists in the coordination and implementation of practice for student‑athletes in preparation for intercollegiate competition. Assists in the coordination of the off‑season conditioning program. Supports head coach with the monitoring of academic progress and aid in dealing with academic matters within the baseball program. Assists in the coordination of practice planning and workout schedules for student‑athletes in preparation for intercollegiate competition. Demonstrates willingness to adhere to regulating bodies, such as the NAIA, River States Conference, and the Indiana University system. Assists in the education of the baseball student‑athletes on policies set forth by the Code of Student Conduct and Athletic Department. Helps the head coach ensure the proper care, maintenance, and security of the athletic facilities, baseball equipment, uniforms, and supplies. Assists with game day administration for home games. Responsible for ground maintenance on baseball field, softball field, and intramural field. Duties include mowing, weeding, seeding, and fertilizing athletic facilities/grounds. General Responsibilities Plans, conducts, oversees, and evaluates recreational programming. Oversees the work activities of temporary employees. Assists with marketing of recreational programming. Maintains compliance by monitoring adherence to the established risk management plan. Recommends program policies and procedures to leaders. Education Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education. Required Education High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED) Preferred Education Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Recreation, Sports Management, or related field Work Experience 4 years of related experience with recreational programming. Licenses and Certificates CPR/AED within 180 days from date of hire. Standard First Aid within 180 days from date of hire. Preventing Disease Transmission/Universal Precautions within 180 days from date of hire. Required Skills Proficient communication skills. Maintains a high degree of professionalism. Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills. Demonstrates a high commitment to quality. Possesses flexibility to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment. Highly thorough and dependable. Possesses a high degree of initiative. Ability to build strong customer relationships. Physical Requirements This position requires both sedentary work and long durations of movement around the workspace. It requires the ability to move and transport objects and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential tasks with or without an accommodation. Visa Sponsorship This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Location & Salary IU Southeast Campus – New Albany, Indiana. Annual salary: $31,824.00. Benefits Comprehensive medical and dental insurance. Health savings account with generous IU contributions. Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts. Basic group life insurance paid by IU. Voluntary supplemental life, long‑term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance. Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting. Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options. Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses. 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year. Generous paid time off plans. Paid leave for new parents and IU‑sponsored volunteer events. Employee assistance program (EAP). Equal Opportunity Employer Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non‑Discrimination for contact information. #J-18808-Ljbffr