Job Abstract

LOS ANGELES COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

PART-TIME POSITION

LOS ANGELES MISSION COLLEGE

WEST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE

Adjunct - FY25 Head Baseball Coach

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

ABOUT LOS ANGELES MISSION COLLEGE (LAMC) ATHLETIC PROGRAM

Los Angeles Mission College (LAMC) is a member in good standing of the Western State Conference (WSC) and the California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA). LAMC Athletics serves over 175 Student-Athletes across our intercollegiate programs, supporting Fall Sports: Men’s Soccer, Women’s Basketball, Woman’s Volleyball, Men’s and Woman’s Cross-Country / Spring Sports: Baseball, Softball, Woman’s Tennis.

ABOUT WEST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE (WLAC) ATHLETIC PROGRAM

West Los Angeles College (WLAC) is a member in good standing of the Western State Conference (WSC) and the California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA). WLAC Athletics serves over 250 Student-Athletes across 11 intercollegiate sports, including: Baseball (Men’s), Basketball (Women’s and Men’s), Cross Country (Women’s and Men’s), Football (Men’s), Soccer (Women’s), Softball (Women’s), Track and Field (Women’s and Men’s), and Volleyball (Women’s).

JOB DESCRIPTION (Head Coach, Baseball)

LAMC/WLAC seeks a part time, non-tenured Head Baseball Coach to continue the rich tradition of the program and teach fall, spring, and intersession Kinesiology-Athletic classes. The successful candidate will report to the Athletics Director and is responsible for all aspects of planning, managing, and directing a successful Community College program; including coaching, practice and game preparation, recruiting, academic matriculation, placement, developing positive player-coach relationships, budget management, team travel, field preparation, public relations, fund-raising, marketing, promotions, scheduling, rules compliance and other duties as assigned.

The position is for the 2024-2025 season but will require the candidate to begin student recruitment and training in the Summer of 2024. The position is a part-time adjunct coaching assignment in the Athletic Department and continuation of the assignment is contingent upon funding and professional performance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree and two years of full-time professional experience, which must be directly related to the teaching assignment; OR
• Associate’s degree and six years of full-time professional experience, which must be directly related to the teaching assignment;
• A sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of district faculty, staff, and students.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT COVID 19 VACCINATION:

Pursuant to LACCD Board of Trustee's Policy 2900, all students and employees must be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption. LACCD employees are required to provide their vaccination status in compliance with the LACCD Board of Trustees’ policy. Newly hired employees will be required to provide their vaccination status prior to starting a position or, at the latest, by their position start date.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

· Educational Background: While not mandatory, degrees in Education, Physical Education, Exercise Sciences, or Kinesiology are highly valued.

· Coaching Experience: Prior experience in coaching within a college environment, demonstrating a track record of effectively managing a sports program.

· Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Exceptional skills in interacting and communicating with diverse groups, showcasing the ability to engage effectively within a multicultural community.

· Program Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of all facets of the specified sports program, including strategies, training methods, and program development.

· Recruitment Expertise: Proficient in athletic recruitment methods and techniques, with an emphasis on ethical and effective strategies.

· Financial Management: Skills in budget preparation and fiscal management, ensuring responsible financial oversight of the sports program.

· Leadership in Athletics: Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor student-athletes in the specified sport, promoting both athletic and personal development.

· Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with 3C2A regulations and guidelines, particularly regarding the recruitment and retention of student-athletes.

· Teamwork and Cooperation: An aptitude for fostering a cooperative and collaborative work environment, both within the team and in the broader athletic department.

· Administrative Abilities: Competence in making administrative and procedural decisions and judgments, facilitating smooth operations within the sports program.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

· Instructional Responsibilities: Undertake standard instructional duties in the Department, including classroom teaching, developing and assessing student learning outcomes, managing class rosters, timely grade submissions, and other instructional roles.

· Athletic Operations: Handle scheduling of games and contests, plan and supervise practices, manage games and travel logistics, and oversee the hiring of assistant coaches.

· Recruitment of Players: Scout, identify, and recommend student-athletes, emphasizing diversity and competitiveness. Ensure the recruitment process attracts a diverse group of talented players.

· Academic Success of Student-Athletes: Monitor and support the academic progress of student-athletes to ensure their academic success and compliance with eligibility requirements.

· Rules Compliance: Manage the basketball program in strict adherence to 3C2A, LACCD Board rules, administrative regulations, and Athletics Department policies and procedures.

· Community and College Involvement: Engage in public relations activities, promoting athletes, the team, and the program to the media, alumni, and community. Collaborate with college administration to build donor relations and support fundraising efforts. Maintain strong connections with feeder programs.

· Fiscal Management: Conduct fundraising activities for the basketball program in coordination with the Athletic Department and manage the program's budget.

· Meeting Attendance: Regularly attend department, district, college, conference, and state meetings as required.

· Professional Representation: Represent Los Angeles Mission College, West Los Angeles College and the Los Angeles Community College District professionally in all capacities.

· Cultural Responsiveness: Engage in culturally responsive interactions with students, faculty, staff, and community members of diverse backgrounds, including varied languages, nationalities, ethnicities, socio-economic levels, ages, identities, abilities, and educational experiences.

· Flexible Scheduling: This assignment will include weekends, evenings, and holidays throughout the year.

· Curriculum Development: Participate in curriculum development and other duties aligned with part-time faculty responsibilities.

· Field Maintenance: Maintenance and preparation of the playing field, ensuring it is safe, well-groomed, and ready for optimal gameplay.

· Other Athletic-Related Duties: Perform additional athletic-related tasks as assigned by the Athletic Director.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

This position is paid as follows: 10-standard teaching hours paid at the contractual hourly rate during the season of competition, plus a $17,900 stipend for out-of-class activities and two to four 3-standard hour off-season conditioning classes paid at the contractual hourly rate.

Playoff Bonus: Coaches are paid $839 per week their team is in the playoffs.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants will be required to file an application using web-based software to create an applicant profile account, allowing documents to be saved and uploaded as attachments. Please go to the following webpage to start the application process at https://laccd.csod.com/ats/careersite/search.aspx?site=6&c=laccd.

After review of application materials by selection committee(s), applicants will be contacted if selected for interview(s). An applicant must upload the following in the web-based application software:

1. A current resume or curriculum vitae;
2. A detailed letter of interest addressing how they meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and their experience and preparation related to the duties and responsibilities in the position description;
3. A list of a minimum of three professional references including names, titles, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of individuals that will attest to the position qualifications;
4. Unofficial transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate coursework with degrees posted (official transcripts will be required if selected for an interview). Documents from an approved foreign transcript evaluator are required for degrees received from other countries. You can obtain a listing of approved foreign evaluation agencies at the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/foreign-transcript-evaluation-(cl-635) (Upload as an “Other Document”).
5. Verification of Experience letters on letterhead stationery; must show inclusive dates of assignments, state if full-time or part-time and indicate duties. If part-time, the number of paid hours worked per week, semester or year must be included. Uploaded as an ‘Other Document’. (Signed hard copies required if selected to interview).

Application materials will not be accepted by Fax, Mail or Email. Incomplete applications may be excluded from consideration. Equivalency determinations are not conducted for selection of adjunct faculty. Employment is contingent upon verification of qualifications. LACCD and its Colleges reserve the right to modify and/or withdraw this position at any time. Final determination of part-time faculty assignments is contingent upon enrollment, funding and/or class availability. For consideration, please complete the application and attach all required documents.

For additional information, please contact AcademicJobs@email.laccd.edu .

Individuals protected by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request accommodation in the selection/interview process with at least three business days prior notice. Documentation of the need for accommodation may be requested.

Equal Employment Policy: The policy of the Los Angeles Community College District is to implement equal opportunity to all qualified candidates for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, medical condition (cancer-related), sexual orientation, or veteran status. Positive action will be taken to ensure that this policy is followed in all personnel practices, including recruitment, hiring, placement, upgrading, transfer, demotion, and treatment during employment rate of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, layoff, or termination. A vigorous equal employment opportunity program will be maintained to ensure a diverse workforce and to achieve expected representation of qualified members of underrepresented groups through the implementation of specific result-oriented plans and procedures (Board Rule 101301).

Los Angeles Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is strongly committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce.