Assistant Coach - Baseball (Lisle)
Posted Date: Aug 29, 2025
QUALIFICATION
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Salary Expectation
$38,500/yr -
Years of Experience
Not provided -
Work Type
Full-time
ABOUT PROGRAM
Assistant Coach - Baseball (Lisle)
Benedictine University is an inclusive academic community, inspired by the Catholic intellectual tradition and Benedictine values. We seek employees who will contribute to the advancement of our mission by helping students shape lives of meaning and purpose as engaged citizens who care for the Earth, welcome people of diverse faiths and cultures, and promote the common good.
Job Title: Assistant Coach – Baseball
Department: Athletics
Reports to: Head Coach – Baseball
Status: Full-Time Exempt, Benefit Eligible
Location: Lisle Campus
Rate: Annual Salary $38,500
Position Summary: This position is responsible for assisting the Baseball program.
Assistant Coach - Baseball (Lisle)
Benedictine University is an inclusive academic community, inspired by the Catholic intellectual tradition and Benedictine values. We seek employees who will contribute to the advancement of our mission by helping students shape lives of meaning and purpose as engaged citizens who care for the Earth, welcome people of diverse faiths and cultures, and promote the common good.
Job Title: Assistant Coach – Baseball
Department: Athletics
Reports to: Head Coach – Baseball
Status: Full-Time Exempt, Benefit Eligible
Location: Lisle Campus
Rate: Annual Salary $38,500
Position Summary: This position is responsible for assisting the Baseball program.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
1. Assist in developing a recruitment strategy for prospective student athletes. Informing prospects of University academic programs, talent evaluation, coordinating mailings, telephone calls, and email exchanges. Maintain department and University standards for communication by actively monitoring on campus and off campus through in person contacts. Work effectively with the department of intercollegiate athletics and office of enrollment services to meet recruitment goals.
2. Assist with day to day duties: Assist in the planning, development, and direction of all team training and conditioning activities in the traditional segment at a level that will place program in a position of competitive leadership in the Northern Athletics Conference. Provide instruction in technique and safety procedures in adherence with NCAA regulations and Sports Performance expectations in the declared playing and practice seasons.
3. Manage the pitching staff: Meet and watch video with the pitchers on a daily basis. Provide open and honest feedback on performance. Understand Rapsodo and all of the latest tech.
4. Assist with fundraising duties such as our E-teams fundraiser and other fundraising opportunities.
5. Assist with all Home Football games, managing student workers who are ball runners or working the chains.
Other Functions:
- Adherence to all Benedictine University and Division of Student Engagement policies and procedures. Work independently and creatively within established guidelines, while at the same time functioning as a member of a team.
- Attend departmental and University related meetings and events.
- Strong leadership, administrative, planning and presentation skills, including oral and written communications.
- Work in coordination with University offices and departments to coordinate and facilitate program needs, serve on University committees as needed.
- Maintain high level of organization and ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Ability to attain goals through knowledge of regulation and accreditation requirements, as well as incorporate best practices into initiatives.
- Ability to create a culture of collaboration with all campus constituents.
- Experience working in the areas of inclusion, diversity, equity and/or access.
- Employs sound project management practices, methodologies, and principles to accomplish work.
- Proven ability to organize information; assess, utilize and navigate online platforms; and conduct detailed data analysis and develop reports based on data.
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive situations and matters with diplomacy and superior judgement.
- Ability to complete high-level analysis of data.
- Demonstrated analytical, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.
Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's Degree Required, Master's Degree Preferred
Experience: Previous collegiate coaching preferred.
Specific Skills: Knowledge of NCAA Division III philosophy, recruitment, rules and regulations.
Specific Knowledge, Licenses, Certifications: Yes. Organizational skills, writing and typing skills, interpersonal skills, data entry and budget management skills and demonstrated supervisory skills. Valid Driver’s License required. CPR/AED/First Aid certification is required.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to handle varying levels of stress while maintaining professional demeanor. Possible lifting, bending, walking, kneeling, stretching, and stooping. Frequent districtwide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours; outdoor exposure to sun/heat or cold weather.
Ability to speak clearly so listeners can understand. Understand the speech of another person.
See details of objects that are less than a few feet away or are more than a few feet away. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. General Customer service and office environment.
The following of campus specific guidelines for pandemic protocols are required.
Travel (If applicable): Yes - Ability to travel with the team; for recruiting purposes and for professional development will be required.
Supervisory Responsibility (if applicable): Yes – Student Workers if needed
Working Conditions: Indoor and outdoor environment. Nights and weekends are required.
Training: As a University employee you are required to complete all University-specific and/or OSHA related training to fulfill your job duties. Specific training will be conducted online or in person. Employees must complete all trainings required by Benedictine University.
Employee Benefits Package:
We are pleased to offer the following benefits to support your health, well-being, and professional growth. Please note that benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements may apply:
- Health Insurance : Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage to support your health needs.
- Disability Insurance : Protection for both short-term and long-term disability.
- Life Insurance : Financial security for your loved ones in case of the unexpected.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and mental health days.
- Retirement Plans : Save for your future with our retirement savings options.
- Mental Health Support : Access to counseling and resources for mental well-being.
- Tuition Reimbursement : Financial support for your education and professional development.
- Financial Wellness Advisors : Personalized advice to help manage and plan your finances.
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP): Confidential support for personal or work-related challenges.
Benedictine University does not discriminate in its admissions or educational policies, programs or activities; scholarship and loan programs; athletic and other University administered programs or employment practices on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The laws applicable to Benedictine University include constitutional and statutory protections of the University's rights as a religiously sponsored institution. This policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all employment and personnel practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, training and compensation.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. The following of campus specific guidelines for pandemic protocols are required.
Benedictine University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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