Assistant Baseball Coach

Position: ASSISTANT BASEBALL COACH
Location: Lindsborg

Bethany College

Lindsborg, Kansas

Bethany College

BASEBALL ASSISTANT COACH

FLSA Status:

Exempt, Salary (Education and Professional Exemption)

Reporting Relationship:

Head Baseball Coach

Dean of Athletics, and/or Assistant Athletic Director

Positions Reporting to This Position:

Student Workers as approved

Location:

Hahn Gym and surrounding athletic fields, Bethany College Campus - Lindsborg, Kansas

Why Bethany:

Bethany College invites applications for dynamic, student-centered professionals to join our vibrant community.

Rooted in our Lutheran heritage and the transformative power of the liberal arts, Bethany prepares students to lead lives of purpose, leadership, creativity, and service in a complex and changing world. Located in Lindsborg, Kansas-affectionately known as "Little Sweden" and celebrated for its vibrant arts community-Bethany offers a close-knit environment where faculty and staff know students by name and mentor them in a highly personalized setting.

Education at Bethany is rooted in intellectual discovery and a deep sense of belonging, equipping students to think critically, lead ethically, and serve with purpose. As a small, private, rural college, Bethany plays an essential role in renewing civic life, expanding opportunity, and fostering community revitalization. We believe in the value of personalized liberal arts education, the power of community, and the promise of rural America.

At Bethany, you'll have the opportunity to inspire the next generation while contributing to the cultural and academic life of our campus and region as we prepare students to make meaningful contributions to the world.

About Bethany College:

Founded in 1881, Bethany College is a dynamic liberal arts institution located in Lindsborg, Kansas-known as "Little Sweden U.S.A." Bethany provides a transformative educational experience grounded in faith, learning, and community. The College is dedicated to cultivating leaders who serve and inspire through integrity, creativity, and purpose.

Position Overview:

This position, under the direction of the Head Baseball Coach, independently performs and is responsible for:

1. Assisting the Head Baseball Coach in the coordination of a safe, enthusiastic, and competitive collegiate baseball program.

2. Providing direct instruction, supervision, and mentorship to NAIA student-athletes, supporting their development athletically, academically, and personally.

3. Managing recruitment, retention, and ongoing coaching in compliance with Bethany College, Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference (KCAC), and National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) policies and procedures.

4. Working collaboratively with all athletic and campus staff to support a positive student-athlete experience and uphold the college's mission.

Essential Functions:

Lead, support, and prioritize student retention with a positive and nurturing program that is committed to graduation.

• Serve as a primary instructor and coach for student-athletes, including technical skill development, strategy, and team preparation.

• Create and foster a positive environment of growth, development, and support for student-athletes, both in and out of sport. Negative, demeaning, and derogatory coaching and communication tactics will not be tolerated.

• Assist in formulating the team's competitive schedule.

• Assist in organizing and training student-athletes for successful and safe competition.

• Stay current with coaching trends and methods by participating in clinics, workshops, etc. that contribute to professional development and self-improvement.

• Support all phases of the NAIA program, including evaluating, retaining student-athletes, and recruiting those who meet program and institutional standards.

• Adhere to College recruitment scholarship model.

• Adhere to college, KCAC and NAIA policies and procedures.

• Foster cooperative working relationships with immediate supervisor as well as any staff or team members associated with the program.

• Collaborate with other coaches in providing the optimum sports program possible under existing conditions.

• Adhere to all College spending policies and procedures.

• Adhere to the operational…