Athletics, Baseball, CPR Certification, Coaching, Communication Skills, Defibrillator, First Aid, Fundraising, Logistics, NCAA Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, Travel Planning
Position: Baseball Assistant Coach
Department: Athletics
Campus: North Manchester, IN, USA
Target Hire Date: July 2026
Manchester University is seeking a passionate and driven Baseball Assistant Coach to help build and sustain a competitive NCAA Division III program. This role partners closely with the Head Coach to develop student-athletes academically and athletically while contributing to recruiting, operations, and team success. The ideal candidate is committed to student development, sportsmanship, and fostering a positive team culture on and off the field.
What You'll Do:
- Support all aspects of the baseball program, including coaching, recruiting, scheduling, and team management
- Identify, recruit, and retain student-athletes aligned with academic success and program values
- Monitor and support student-athlete eligibility and academic progress in partnership with campus resources
- Assist with practice planning, game preparation, and player development
- Coordinate travel, equipment, inventory, and operational logistics
- Contribute to fundraising initiatives and game day management
- Promote a culture of accountability, sportsmanship, and adherence to NCAA and conference regulations
What You'll Need:
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Coaching and/or collegiate playing experience preferred; NCAA Division III experience a plus
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage diverse student populations
- Commitment to professional development and continued learning
- Knowledge of NCAA rules and willingness to complete required certifications
- CPR/AED/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain)
Why Manchester University? At MU, we:
- Inclusive, Values-Driven Culture - We respect every individual and foster integrity, compassion, and service.
- Work-Life Balance - Generous paid time off, holidays, and flexible scheduling.
- Competitive Pay & Benefits - Comprehensive health coverage, retirement contributions, and tuition remission.
- Professional Growth - Tuition-free classes, development opportunities, and scholarly engagement.
- Wellness & Perks - Free campus gym membership, caregiver leave, and employee assistance programs.
For more information about the position, please review the job description attached to this posting.
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Manchester University is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to respecting the infinite worth of every individual.
We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.
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Manchester University, IN
Manchester University is an independent, liberal arts university with a campus in North Manchester, Ind., where approximately 1,300 students choose from at least 60 areas of undergraduate study, two master's programs and 21 NCAA Division III varsity sports. Our second campus in Fort Wayne is home to the Manchester University College of Pharmacy, where graduates are awarded the Pharm.D. Doctoral degree.
Manchester has a distinctive commitment to developing respect for ethnic, cultural and religious pluralism and an international consciousness. Manchester University respects the infinite worth of every individual and graduates persons of ability and conviction who draw upon their education and faith to lead principled, productive, and compassionate lives that improve the human condition. As an institution rooted in the tradition of the Church of the Brethren, Manchester University values learning, faith, service, integrity, diversity, and community.
100 to 499 employees
http://www.manchester.edu