Temporary Volunteer Assistant Baseball Coach
Job Description
Position Title:
Temporary Volunteer Assistant Baseball CoachCompensation:
$2,500 - $25,000 Based on Job AssignmentDepartment:
Baseball - TempStart Date:
08/09/2026About this opportunity:
The Ball State University Baseball program is seeking a dedicated Temporary Volunteer Assistant Baseball Coach to assist with all aspects of the baseball program. This position offers the opportunity to work within a competitive NCAA Division I environment and gain valuable coaching experience.What you'll do and what you'll bring:
Position Description:
This temporary volunteer position provides an opportunity to gain collegiate coaching experience while supporting the development and success of Ball State Baseball student-athletes. The position works closely with the coaching staff in all areas of the program, including player development, practice preparation, recruiting support, and daily team operations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide teaching and instruction to student-athletes
Support Head Coach with coaching duties as needed during games, practices, and team events.
Aid in video review, scouting reports, and opponent preparation.
Assist with recruiting efforts as permitted by NCAA rules.
Provide guidance and mentorship to student-athletes on and off the field.
Assist with monitoring student-athlete academic progress and personal development.
Support program operations and administrative tasks as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.
Minimum Qualifications:
Previous experience as a baseball player and/or coaching experience preferred.
Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
Commitment to NCAA, Mid-American Conference, and Ball State University policies, procedures, and regulations.
Ability to positively represent the Baseball program and Ball State University.
Eligible to drive a Ball State University vehicle.
High school diploma or equivalent.
How to apply:
Please apply via Workday.
Required Documents:
Resume
Cover letter-optional but preferred
Three references should be provided
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Requires successful completion of a background check.
At Ball State University, we recognize inclusive excellence as an integral endeavor to fulfill our University’s mission and our strategic plan. We recruit, support, and retain a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff. We encourage and reward diversity of thought. We promote a work environment that encourages and rewards innovation and creativity. We pledge to keep Inclusive Excellence at the highest level of institutional importance and as a foundation in all that we strive to do. Our over-arching goal for Inclusive Excellence is to adopt a university-wide Inclusive Excellence approach to academic, administrative support, and service functions of the university. We believe Inclusive Excellence must be infused in every step we take.
