Graduate Assistant for Club Baseball (Part-time)
Indiana Wesleyan University•Marion, IA
•Onsite
About The Position
A graduate assistant coach both leads a club team and serves as an assistant coach for an IWU varsity sport team (or provides similar work to the athletic department). This role involves leading recruiting efforts, managing program budgets, and providing spiritual leadership to student-athletes. The position also requires assisting the varsity head coach with daily operations and ensuring compliance with all relevant rules and standards.
Requirements
- According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
- Bachelor’s degree
- Current enrollment in a graduate program
- Competitive playing and/or youth coaching experience
- Demonstrated Christian faith and commitment to IWU’s mission and values
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with NAIA, institutional, and legal standards (HIPAA, FERPA, etc.)
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations
- Commitment to ongoing professional and personal development
Nice To Haves
- Sport-specific certifications
Responsibilities
- Serve as head coach for the designated club sport under the mentorship of the varsity head coach (parallel sports) and Director of Club Sports (all club sports)
- Provide instruction, leadership, and development of student-athletes in practices and competitions
- Lead recruiting efforts for future club student-athletes
- Maintain regular communication with the Assistant Director of Athletics for Recreation & Enrollment
- Manage program records, scheduling, and administrative duties including program budgeting
- Attend required club sports and department meetings
- Provide spiritual leadership to and discipleship opportunities for members of the club team
- Assist the varsity head coach with daily operations as schedule permits
- Ensure compliance with NAIA, institutional, and governing body rules and ethical standards
- Support student-athlete eligibility, development, and retention through graduation
- Complete additional duties as assigned by Athletic Department leadership
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
