Description
The Greenville University Baseball program is seeking applicants for the appointment of Graduate Assistant Coach. This appointment begins June 1, 2026. This Graduate Assistant will be responsible for assisting in all aspects of the baseball program as well as secondary responsibilities assigned by the Athletic Director.
Compensation includes a stipend and a tuition waiver for a master’s program at Greenville University.
To be eligible for the Graduate Assistant position, applicants must complete the graduate program application, receive provisional acceptance, and enroll in a Greenville University graduate program. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship as all Greenville University Graduate Programs are offered online only.
Greenville University is a NCAA Division III institution, located outside of St. Louis. Greenville University is an evangelical Christian liberal arts college associated with the Free Methodist Church, whose faculty and staff affirm a Statement of Faith.
Recruiting:
- Help recruit between 5-7 quality athletes each year
- Coordinate the recruiting database
- Enter new recruits into database
- Phone Calls
- On campus visits -campus visits, lunch host
- Off campus visits – home visits, high school visits, tournament visits
- Text messaging
Retention
- Help retain at least 85% of our athletes using the following methods: Study table or individual help for anyone below a cumulative GPA of 2.5
- Develop Relationships with athletes
- Bible Study / Discipleship
- Academic Counsel
Coaching
- Coaching daily practices
- Practice planning daily
- Work with the Head Coach on daily tasks as assigned
- Game Day management, including assist in setup, preparation, and cleanup for games
- Assist in various office duties including travel planning and fundraising
Requirements
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree required and acceptance into a Greenville University Graduate Program
Greenville University's Mission:
Greenville University is liberal arts University that empowers students for lives of character and service through a transforming Christ-centered education. Our hiring practices reflect our commitment to be a Christ-centered institution.
GREENVILLE UNIVERSITY: The university is located 50 miles east of St. Louis in an attractive residential community of approximately 7,000 people. Greenville was founded in 1892 and is affiliated with the Free Methodist Church yet draws students from 40+ denominations. For additional information, please visit our website: www.greenville.edu.
Greenville University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal laws. In keeping with the mission of the institution, Greenville University seeks applicants with a strong commitment to the values and lifestyle of evangelical Christianity and who profess a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. As a Christian institution, we require faculty and staff to adhere to the University's Lifestyle statement and to enforce a religiously based code of conduct for all University employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Greenville University, as an educational institution affiliated with the Free Methodist Church USA, reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (Title VII, Sections 702-703, United States Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended).
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- Provisional acceptance into and enrollment in a Greenville University graduate program
- Complete graduate program application and meet enrollment requirements
- Adhere to Greenville University's Statement of Faith and Lifestyle statement (Christian commitment)
What We Do
Greenville University is a private, Christian liberal arts university located in Greenville, Illinois. Affiliated with the Free Methodist Church, the institution is dedicated to empowering students for lives of character and service through a transformative, Christ-centered education. It offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs, focusing on a strengths-based approach to learning that prepares students for professional success and meaningful impact in their communities.
