Men’s Baseball Graduate Assistantship

Job Description

Men’s Baseball Graduate Assistantship | Newman University

The Tone:
This is an early career graduate assistantship at Newman University, located in Wichita, KS. Newman University is a liberal arts institution founded in 1933, grounded in Catholic values and traditions, and committed to empowering graduates to transform society. This role offers a valuable learning experience for individuals aspiring to a career in coaching or college athletics. The Graduate Assistant will play a vital role in supporting the daily operations of the men’s baseball team, contributing to the institution’s Catholic identity, and its mission to foster a positive learning environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Contract (12-month, annual renewal)
• Location: Wichita, KS
• Pay: $250 monthly stipend, tuition waiver (fall, spring, summer), meal plan
• Team: Assists the head coach in day-to-day team operations; reports to the Director of Athletics for external employment approvals.
• Mission: To provide essential operational support for the men’s baseball program while developing skills in coaching, athletic administration, and NCAA compliance.
• Tech Stack: Computer skills

What You’ll Actually Do
• Team Operations: Assist the head coach in planning and running team training sessions and contribute to day-to-day team operations.
• Player Support & Development: Coordinate mentoring, tutoring, or other assistance needed by athletes and foster relationships with team members.
• Recruitment & Scouting: Aid in recruiting and retention efforts for the baseball program and assist with scouting reports.
• Compliance & Logistics: Develop and demonstrate a working knowledge of NCAA compliance rules, and assist with coordination of team travel planning and scheduling.
• Professional Conduct: Conduct oneself in a professional and ethical manner at all times, completing all University-required trainings including FERPA and Title IX.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Early career professional with a completed bachelor’s degree, who is accepted and enrolled full-time (at least six credit hours per semester) in a Master’s degree program at Newman University.
• Experience: Previous experience in a college athletic setting, with additional experience in supervision, advising, training, and/or diversity.
• Skills: Strong organizational and computer skills, genuine interest in working with students, and the ability to exercise basic human relations skills in directing staff and dealing with varied constituencies.
• Bonus: AED and/or CPR training preferred.