Director of Operations for Baseball

Job Description

The Naval Academy Athletic Association (NAAA), founded in 1891, is a nonprofit organization whose objective is to "promote, influence, and assist in financing the varsity athletic programs of the midshipmen of the United States Naval Academy" in accordance with the policy of the Superintendent of the Academy. Through an intercollegiate athletics program that is one of the largest in the country, every midshipman is afforded the opportunity to compete in athletics at the Division I level. The emphasis on physical fitness is borne out in the first line of the mission of the U.S. Naval Academy: To develop midshipmen morally, mentally and physically.

Summary

Responsible for directing the daily operations of the Naval Academy Baseball program. Assists the Head Coach with the management, administration, and execution of the program. Adheres to the philosophy and objectives of the Naval Academy varsity intercollegiate athletics program. Ensures timely and accurate internal and external communications. Duties include, but are not limited to, baseball administrative budget input and oversight, assisting the administration with team logistics and travel, facilities coordination, field scheduling, meal coordination, academic oversight, and internal support duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Assists Head Coach in developing and implementing operating plan, budgetary guidelines, and logistical support for Navy Baseball

Works with equipment manager to recruit, direct and supervise all student-managers

Works closely with the Head Coach, NAAA staff and Academy staff relative to the academic progress of the student-athletes under their supervision.

Coordinates all travel arrangements for in and out of season travel

Maintains close working relationships with faculty rep, officer rep, compliance director, admissions, equipment staff, gameday operations, sports information, sport marketing, sports medicine, and sport nutrition

Serve as POC for all visiting teams; provide visiting team guide/timing sheets; coordinate practice time/laundry needs

Oversee assignment of umpires and communicates all necessary information regarding games/schedule changes/lodging arrangements

Manage installation and maintenance of baseball technology/video equipment

Organize all nutrition orders with Midshipmen Food Services, coordinate pick-up/deliveries, and maintain nutrition station

Create and distribute unofficial/official visit itineraries, secure travel, communicate with prospective student athletes & families pre & post visit

Responsible for all aspects of recruiting visits - meals, travel, lodging, rental cars, compliance, football tickets, reconciliation of expenses

Maintain communication with Friends of Navy Baseball and manage financial support

Oversee all baseball subscriptions/accounts and manage ABCA memberships

Establish and maintain community relationships/plan unique opportunities for Midshipman participation

Oversee Alumni correspondence/events

Maintain up to date roster information and alert all departments with student athlete status changes

Coordinate Fall/Summer camps and communicate with Navy Sports Camps office on staffing/registration/schedule matters

Qualifications

Experience, Education, & Certification(s)

Bachelor degree is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.

At least 3 years of experience in Division I baseball is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace software.

Additional Eligibility Requirements

Must be eligible to work in the United States of America, without sponsorship.

Must be eligible to work on a military installation, including a willingness to submit to a background screen.

Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Work Conditions/Physical Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace software.

Travel

Travel to away competitions is required.

The NAAA Featured Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

403(b) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid accrued vacation and sick days

NAAA paid life/AD&D insurance

Pay Range

$55,000-$65,000

Application Process

Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references

Applications will be accepted until position is filled

Disclaimer Statement

This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.