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Director, Baseball Operations
Education Industry Company
Tucson, AZ, United States
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Position Summary
The Company seeks a Director, Baseball Operations for administration of the baseball program, including all aspects of team travel and equipment liaison activities.
The University’s strength in undergraduate education and scientific research is paralleled by its excellence on the playing fields, courts and other venues of its 20-sport Intercollegiate Athletic Program. The Arizona Wildcats compete in the tradition-rich Pacific-12 Conference, “The Conference of Champions.” For a more comprehensive view of what makes working in our department unique, please visit the websites at: Company website.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
Accepting a new position is a big life step. We want potential candidates and their families to be able to make informed decisions. Candidates who are considering relocation to the Tucson or Phoenix area, and have been offered an on-site interview, are encouraged to use the free services offered by Above & Beyond Relocation Services (ABRS).Ask your department contact to be introduced to ABRS prior to your visit.
The Company has been listed by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers in the United States and WorldatWork and the Arizona Department of Health Services have recognized us for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the Company, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Administer the day to day operations of the Baseball Program.
• Coordinate all aspects of team travel. Candidate will have to travel with team.
• Create and maintain all necessary business office documents related to team travel and recruiting, including submitting forms for reimbursement and payment.
• Assist the Head Coach and Assistant Coaches with coordinating recruiting.
• Plan and organize Arizona’s and visiting team’s practices.
• Works directly with academics and compliance ensuring NCAA compliance.
• Serve as primary contact with various internal constituents, such as event management, public relations, marketing, sports information, Wildcat Club and others, working in cooperation with their efforts in conjunction with baseball program.
• Aide incoming student-athletes with initial paperwork and requirement, serve as point of reference.
• Assist Head Coach in budget development and oversee purchasing and expenses
• Supervise and act as a liaison on all baseball external programs.
• Coordinate usage and preparation of baseball facilities and equipment for use in practice and games.
• Supervise student managers.
• Coordinate and plan summer camps.
• Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
• Demonstrated strong organizational and administrative skills
• Demonstrated interpersonal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
• Master’s Degree
• Knowledge of various computer programs, including MS Word, MS Excel, Adobe PageMaker, and other software programs
• Ability to work and interact with staff, faculty, and student-athletes
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple tasks
• Experience working in college athletic environment.
• This position works in a creative collaborative team environment where change is embraced and innovation is encouraged.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret policy and procedural guidelines to resolve problems and answer specific to athletic teams.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to coordinate multiple projects at one time.
• Demonstrate ability to work with diverse populations including, students, parents, university faculty and staff, community members and vendors.
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job Category Administrative and Professional
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Posted Rate of Pay DOE
Type of criminal background check required: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to job duties)