Senior Athletic Assistant

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Job Title

Senior Athletic Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M University

Job Title

Senior Athletic Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Athletic Director

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

The Home of the 12th Man is the pinnacle in opportunities realized through sport: championships won, diplomas earned, leaders equipped and launched to impact the world. Texas A&M Athletics' mission is to create opportunities through championship athletics. We are proud members of the Southeastern Conference, with more than 650 student athletes competing at the NCAA Division 1-A level in20 varsity sports.

What we want

The Senior Athletic Assistant oversees all internal aspects of the softball program. They act as a liaison with academic departments, housing services, and assist players during their transition to college or summer school. Additionally, they actively participate in on-campus recruiting tours, utilize social media for online recruiting, and compile scouting reports on opponents. They also evaluate the softball team’s performance through analytics and information gathered from video analysis and tools like Synergy.

What you need to know

• Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience

• A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended

• Travel required with assigned sport. Ability to work flexible hours (nights, weekends and holidays) as required to complete assigned duties

Qualifications
Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or any equivalent combination of education and experience

• Three years of softball experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to use word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs

• Interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to plan and organize effectively

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master's degree

• More than three years of softball experience

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Business knowledge

Responsibilities** :**

GAME CONTRACTS

Negotiates and prepares game contracts for tournaments, as well as home-and-home series. All guarantee games must be kept within the overall budget. Contracts must be submitted to the Head Coach for approval. Prepares and routes contracts through the contract process for the Athletic Director’s signature.

CAMPUS RELATIONS

Works directly with the Sports Information Director, business operations staff and other university staff as the need arises. Assists with the organization of team travel. Communicates with compliance on questions regarding NCAA rules interpretations. Corresponds with athletic ticket office for all team needs concerning tickets for home and away contests, and recruiting tickets. Communicates with facilities and maintenance staff concerning facility needs and upkeep. Oversees the Dug Club, which includes overseeing facility reservations, menu, and meeting details. Coordinates films, handouts, player appearances, and guest speakers during the softball season. Arranges approximately a dozen meetings, with the meals being paid for by the members who attend on a per plate basis. Solicits for meetings continuously.

ANALYTICS

Creates and analyzes scouting reports, and charts various activities at practices and games.

RECRUITING

Is involved in on campus recruiting tours and online recruiting through social media. Assists with coordinating all on campus recruiting efforts (game days, official and unofficial visits). Assists with the documentation of all forms related to recruiting.

SUPERVISION

Supervises student workers in the Athletic Softball unit.

PUBLIC RELATIONS

Sets up speaking engagements and publicity outing for the team and members of the coaching staff. Works as the initial contact person with the general public, students, media and corporate sponsors. Acts as a liaison for the Athletic softball program.

COMPLIANCE

Compliance is a shared responsibility. Maintains continual and thorough familiarity with all applicable NCAA, Conference, and University rules and regulations. Establishes and ensures communication and enforcement of rules and regulations for all staff members and student workers supervised. Maintains awareness of and supports the initiatives of the Athletics Department.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

• prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month
• Automatically enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistancefor completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.