Graduate Asst, Baseball

Graduate Asst, Baseball

Posted on 7/17/2025

Accepting applications

About this position

Title: Graduate Assistant, Baseball

Location: Fayette, IA

Required Documentation
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume. Submit your documents at the end of the application to be considered. If you need help, please reach out to employment@uiu.edu. 

Graduate Asst, Baseball

Posted on 7/17/2025

Accepting applications

About this position

Title: Graduate Assistant, Baseball

Location: Fayette, IA

Required Documentation
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume. Submit your documents at the end of the application to be considered. If you need help, please reach out to employment@uiu.edu. 

Position Summary

The Graduate Assistant Baseball Coach at Upper Iowa University reports directly to the Head Baseball Coach and is responsible for assisting in the planning, directing, and evaluating all aspects and facets of a successful baseball program on the NCAA Division II level. Duties include but are not limited to recruiting highly skilled and academically qualified student-athletes, monitor academic progress and eligibility, and effectively analyze and teach the fundamentals skills and strategies of the sport. Plan, organize, conduct, and evaluate practices session along with develop, implement, and evaluate game plans and strategies. Serve as a leader, mentor, and role-model to the student-athletes of the program. Assist the Head Coach in the preparation of competitive team schedule, participate in public relations/media activities, and fundraising initiatives. Oversee administrative processes and procedures assigned. Ensure compliance with all Department, University, NCAA, and GLVC policies, procedures, and regulations.

Position Responsibilities

• Assist in directing and supervising the overall planning and execution of the intercollegiate baseball program.
• Promote the philosophy and objectives of the baseball program, the intercollegiate athletic department, and University.
• Serve as a leader, mentor, and role model to the student-athletes of the baseball program.
• Identify, evaluate, and recruit highly skilled and academically qualified student-athletes.
• Monitor academic progress and eligibility status of team members and implementing action plans and counseling as necessary.
• Effectively analyze and teach the fundamental skills and strategies of baseball.
• Plan, organize, conduct, and evaluate practice sessions.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate game plans, strategies, and in-game adjustments.
• Assist in field maintenance.
• Assist head coach with preparation and scheduling of the team competitive game schedule.
• Counsel and mentor team members in disciplinary, conduct, and personal matters.
• Participate in public relations activities to include media interviews, press conferences, and public appearances.
• Assist with fundraising initiatives for the baseball program and Department of Athletics, in consultation with the Office of Advancement and Department of Athletics.
• Responsible for individual and staff in adhering to the policies, procedures, and regulations of the University, Department of Athletics, National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC).
• Coordinate and work with the Office of Admissions in the recruitment of potential student-athletes and campus visits.
• Assist in the management and purchase of team related equipment and uniforms.
• Assist, as necessary, for all administrative processes and procedures as it relates to the baseball program.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to operate computer and associated software.
• Perform any and all duties as may be required or assigned by the Head Coach and/or Director of Athletics.

Required Qualifications 

• Two (2) years’ experience within an organized baseball environment.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed and assigned.
• Communication and computer skills are required.
• Working knowledge and understanding of NCAA and GLVC rules and regulations.
• Applicants must be admitted into a graduate program at Upper Iowa University and maintain a Grade Point Average of 3.0.
• Applicant must hold a bachelor’s degree.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Ability to throw batting practice and hit fungo’s is an absolute must. Preference will be given to the best available candidate who fits the Baseball Program and University’s needs.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

About us

Upper Iowa University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.   Upper Iowa University’s policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, furloughs, use of facilities, participation in activities, compensation, and training.   Learn more at https://uiu.edu/employment/. 

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