Graduate Assistant - Baseball

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Job Summary: Hastings College Baseball Program is searching for a Graduate Assistant for the 2025-2026 academic year. The Graduate Assistant assists in the day-to-day management of the Baseball Program, which requires some night and weekend work. This individual will support the philosophy, mission, and standards of Hastings College, the Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC), and the NAIA.

Graduate Assistant positions include a tuition waiver, a $5,000 yearly stipend, and on-campus housing free of charge for the individual. Candidate review begins immediately and continues until position is filled.

Essential Functions

• Assist in developing and maintaining a highly competitive intercollegiate program within the rules and regulations of Hastings College, the GPAC and NAIA
• Assist in planning, organizing and managing all phases of the program including: teaching student-athlete skill development and mental/motivating techniques for competition, scheduling and supervision of practice and game sessions, supervision of support staff members in an efficient and productive manner monitoring and maintaining the discipline and conduct of student-athletes to support the image and reputation of the Baseball program
• Recruit, train, retain and coach academically qualified student-athletes within guidelines of Hastings College, the GPAC and the NAIA members
• Fund and friend raise for the advancement of the program
• Video breakdown and scouting analysis
• Provide oversight of student-athletes academic progress toward degree completion 
• Assist with any and all administrative duties as assigned
• Provide leadership for campus involvement and community service
• Other duties as assigned 

Job Summary: Hastings College Baseball Program is searching for a Graduate Assistant for the 2025-2026 academic year. The Graduate Assistant assists in the day-to-day management of the Baseball Program, which requires some night and weekend work. This individual will support the philosophy, mission, and standards of Hastings College, the Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC), and the NAIA.

Graduate Assistant positions include a tuition waiver, a $5,000 yearly stipend, and on-campus housing free of charge for the individual. Candidate review begins immediately and continues until position is filled.

Essential Functions

• Assist in developing and maintaining a highly competitive intercollegiate program within the rules and regulations of Hastings College, the GPAC and NAIA
• Assist in planning, organizing and managing all phases of the program including: teaching student-athlete skill development and mental/motivating techniques for competition, scheduling and supervision of practice and game sessions, supervision of support staff members in an efficient and productive manner monitoring and maintaining the discipline and conduct of student-athletes to support the image and reputation of the Baseball program
• Recruit, train, retain and coach academically qualified student-athletes within guidelines of Hastings College, the GPAC and the NAIA members
• Fund and friend raise for the advancement of the program
• Video breakdown and scouting analysis
• Provide oversight of student-athletes academic progress toward degree completion 
• Assist with any and all administrative duties as assigned
• Provide leadership for campus involvement and community service
• Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications
Bachelors Degree is required. Admittance into the Hastings College Masters of Teaching Program is also required. Passing the Praxis test is considered the qualification for admission into the MAT program.

Demonstrated Competencies

• Oral and written communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Commitment to the mission of education in the liberal arts and sciences 
• Ability to work effectively with numerous constituencies in the college environment and beyond
• Excellent communication, organization, and strategic planning skills
• Personal integrity

Preferred Experience

• Knowledge of and experience in collegiate sports as an athlete and/or staff member
• Effective communication and motivational skills
• Positive role model for student-athletes, college personnel and members of the off-campus community 
• Knowledge of NAIA rules and regulations
• Desire to pursue the profession of coaching collegiate baseball or teaching
• Positive and diligent work ethic

Licensure :

• Valid driver’s license with acceptable motor vehicle record insurability in accordance with the Hasting’s College insurance plan. 

_ Equal Opportunity Employment _

Hastings College is committed to supporting a welcoming academic and employment environment. The College is an Equal Opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws.

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