Olivet College is located in south central Michigan in the town of Olivet, MI, which is a close knit, rural community offering quiet streets and natural surroundings, yet is not more than 30 minutes from the larger cities of Lansing and Battle Creek. Both are small enough to be friendly and large enough to boast many of the big city amenities.

Olivet College was founded in 1844 on the principle that the future of humanity rests in the hands, hearts and minds of those who will take responsibility for themselves and others in an increasingly diverse society. Open since its founding to all regardless of race, gender or ability to pay, Olivet is one of the most diverse private liberal arts institutions in the state and actively seeks diversity in its students and employees. Given the college's commitment to diversity, members of historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

The student body is composed of a strong mixture of first-generation, urban, rural and students from all socioeconomic backgrounds, with 50 percent qualifying annually for Federal Pell Grants. Olivet College faculty and staff are committed to providing personalized, individualized attention for students who seek academic and personal success. Olivet College competes in Division III of the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association, the oldest athletic conference in the nation.

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Position Summary*
The successful candidate will possess the ability to recruit, develop, coach and assist a collegiate men’s baseball program within the standards of Olivet College, the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). Details follow this posting.

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Qualifications*
The ideal candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree and adequate knowledge about the fundamentals and techniques of baseball obtained through previously coaching at the high school and/or college level. Must be able to be cleared to drive college vehicles.

Along with the educational and sport experience, serious consideration will be given to the candidate whose characteristics coincide with the following principals: maintains and promotes the academic pursuits of Olivet College student-athletes; complies with and reinforces the Comet Athletic Program’s rules and mission; acts professionally and communicates appropriately with the College’s students, coaches, administration, staff, alumni and spectators; possesses a willingness to develop professionally.

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Compensation*
Competitive annual salary and comprehensive benefits package, including tuition remission programs.

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Application Process*
Click on the “Apply” button. From here, follow the instructions for completing the profile, application and uploading your cover letter, resume, and names and contact information for three references.

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Olivet College is an equal opportunity employer and takes affirmative steps to employ women and individuals from historically underrepresented minority groups_*.
Position Responsibilities

• Assists with the operations of the Olivet College Men’s Baseball program within the standards of Olivet College, the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
• Educates/coaches student-athletes in the sport of baseball.
• Recruits prospective student-athletes according to the enrollment goals and admissions standards of Olivet College and the eligibility requirements of the MIAA and NCAA.
• Assists with team travel accommodations, team tryouts, practices, meetings, individual workouts and conditioning sessions.
• Perform multiple physical tasks as it relates to practice.
• Expansive knowledge of offensive and defensive baseball skills.
• Aids in the issuance, care, inventory, and collection of equipment, uniforms and supplies for men’s baseball. Submits appropriate equipment inventory forms to the Athletic Director within the requested times.
• Contributes to the planning and execution of team fund raising activities.
• Assists with supervision, management, set-up and clean up at home junior varsity men’s baseball events.
• Executes duties and responsibilities assigned by head coach with the approval of the Athletic Director, as needed.
• Helps coordinate at least one team community service project during each academic year.
• Supervises student-athletes at all times, including practices, meetings, workouts, travel and other team functions.
• Attends all athletic department meetings and appropriate college functions (pep rallies, homecoming, Hall of Fame inductions, etc.).
• Exhibits appropriate conduct with students, coaches, administration, staff, alumni, spectators, officials and opponents at all times.
• Aids in collecting appropriate student-athlete eligibility forms.
• Provides leadership that promotes positive attitudes and good sportsmanship.
• Maintains current certifications in CPR and First Aid to be held on file in the Office of Athletics.
• Submits driving record verification for clearance to drive institutional vehicles.
• Works within the missions and philosophies of the Comet Athletic Program and Olivet College.
• Exhibits personal conduct that promotes attitudes and behaviors among student-athletes that coincide with the policies outlined in the Comet Athletic Handbook.
• Makes decisions that positively affect the Comet Athletic Program.
• Maintains proper perspective regarding the priorities of academics and athletics at Olivet College.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: One location

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