North Carolina Wesleyan University is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as a Baseball Graduate Assistant.

This is a graduate assistant position that is open only to students who have completed their baccalaureate degree and are enrolled full-time in a masters level degree at North Carolina Wesleyan.  Interested applicants must apply to an NCWU graduate program and be pre-registered for full-time enrollment before they will be formally considered for this position.  Full-time enrollment consists of registration for at least six credits each academic semester and must begin by no later than the Fall 2024 term.  Continuous enrollment in good academic standing is required to maintain this position.

Specific work schedules will be negotiated with the supervisor (Head Baseball Coach), but they will not include more than 29 hours of employment (on average) each week.

COMPENSATION INCLUDES:

• A graduate stipend of $500/month throughout the period of employment.
• Remission of tuition and fees for the graduate program in which the student/graduate assistant is enrolled. Tuition remission may be used for 6-12 hours of credit each academic semester.
• Housing on the North Carolina Wesleyan University campus in residence hall space provided for the purpose.
• Access to North Carolina Wesleyan University facilities and services including the health center, library, and exercise spaces during their normal operating hours.
• A board plan to the North Carolina Wesleyan University dining services during such time as those services are in operation as part of our regular meal offerings.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is responsible for assisting with all phases of the Division III Baseball program at North Carolina Wesleyan University. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to: coaching and student-athlete skill development, recruiting, administrative tasks related to the operation of the program, and providing a positive collegiate experience for the student-athletes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Head Coach with field, park and building maintenance.
• Assist the Head Coach with film breakdown and analysis.
• Assists in the supervision of team manager and work study students.
• Assists in organizing and conducting practice sessions.
• Assist the Head Coach and players during games.
• Lead in the recruitment of underclass student-athletes.
• As needed finalizes travel arrangements and details with the Assistant Athletic Director.
• Assists in preparing equipment requests as needed.
• Assists in scheduling of scrimmages and contests (conference and non-conference).
• Assists in ensuring appropriate conduct of student-athletes on trips.
• Assist the head coach with academic records and monitoring eligibility.
• Assist in supervision of study tables for academic retention.
• Demonstrate integrity and uphold the values and mission of the University
• Assists in coordinating team building activities and fundraising events.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of NCAA DIII rules and regulations
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, planning, ability to follow a leader, detail-oriented, flexibility, initiative and sound judgment.
• Previous college baseball experience preferred

Go to the North Carolina Wesleyan University website to download a Staff Application form. Please send a completed application form, cover letter, resume, and names and phone numbers of 3 references to North Carolina Wesleyan University.  The anticipated start date will be June 1, 2024.

Attention:
Aaron Denton
adenton@ncwu.edu                   

12-Month Position, unpaid; benefits detailed below

DEPARTMENTS AVAILABLE:  

• Admissions
• Advancement
• Athletics
• Marketing
• Masters of Public Health
• President’s Office
• Resident Life
• Student Activities

This is a graduate intern position that is open only to students who have completed their baccalaureate degree.  Interested applicants must apply to an NCWU graduate program and be pre-registered for full-time enrollment before they will be formally considered for this position.  Full-time enrollment consists of registration for at least six credits each academic semester and must begin by no later than the Summer 2024 term.  Continuous enrollment in good academic standing is required to maintain this position.

Specific work schedules will be negotiated with the supervisor, but they will not include more than 15 hours of employment (on average) each week.

BENEFITS INCLUDED:

• 25% reduction in Hybrid MBA tuition
• Housing on the North Carolina Wesleyan University campus in residence hall space provided for graduate students.
• Access to North Carolina Wesleyan University facilities and services including the health center, library, and exercise spaces during their normal operating hours.
• A board plan to the North Carolina Wesleyan University dining services will be optional and only available during such time as those services are in operation as part of our regular meal offerings.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES – will be determined by the department. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Acceptance to a graduate degree program and active enrollment in graduate classes with NCWU. Enrollment must be continuous during your tenure in this position, and you must maintain good academic standing in your academic program. If you fail to maintain enrollment, employment in this position would be terminated.
• Ability to work independently and in team environments.
• Ability to work on multiple concurrent projects and activities.
• Must have the ability to interact with the university community.
• Strong work ethic
• Experience with Microsoft and Jenzabar software preferred

PLEASE NOTE:

• This position does not include health insurance or retirement benefits.

Resumes should be forwarded to:
Suzanne Brackett
Sr. VP of Administration
sbrackett@ncwu.edu