Assistant Baseball Coach

University of Wisconsin Platteville is seeking a full time Assistant Baseball Coach to join the Division of Athletics and Recreation. The Assistant Baseball Coach will assist the head coach in the organization, management, and coaching of the university baseball team in conjunction with other departmental responsibilities.

This position has a salary of $31,500 and is benefit and paid leave eligible.

• Provide an overall positive educational environment for our Student-Athletes conducive to learning, athletic development, social growth, and preparing them for life beyond college.
• Assist in the administration of the entire program; including assisting with daily practices, game responsibilities and alumni relations.
• Assist the head coach in developing and implementing a comprehensive recruiting strategy, including identifying and evaluating prospects, conducting off-campus and on-campus recruiting activities, coordinating campus visits, and assisting prospective student-athletes throughout the admissions process.Be responsible for the development, safety and conduct of the team.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of and strict compliance with all NCAA, WIAC, and University of Wisconsin-Platteville rules, policies, procedures, and regulations and conduct program with regulations.Assist in maintaining baseball and softball fields.
• Assist in performing both direct and indirect public relations functions including promotion, fundraising, and community instruction through camps and/or clinics.
• May supervise student staff and/or have budgetary responsibilities as well as assist with travel, schedules, etc. as deemed necessary by the head coach.
• The secondary duties will be determined on department needs and the successful candidate's experience and qualifications. Examples of secondary duties may include: event management, sports information, writing stories, compliance, fundraising, academics liaison, admissions liaison, student-athlete leadership/development/life skills, equipment, ticket operations, etc.
• Follow all NCAA, WIAC, and institutional policies and conduct program within those regulations.
• Compete at the highest level of competition within the WIAC and national level.
• Meet annual recruitment minimums as set forth by the Athletic Director, if requested.
• Maintain a GPA and graduation rate at or above the UW-Platteville all-campus Average
• Engage with UW-Platteville Alumni and communicate with the UW-Platteville Foundation Office for all alumni fundraising events.
• Department and team community service initiatives are highly encouraged.
• Assist with departmental needs as requested.
• When practical under the circumstances, intercollegiate athletic staff are encouraged to voluntarily attend all athletic events to promote audience participation and support for UW-Platteville team efforts.

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution

• Strong administrative organizational skills

• Written and oral communication skills

• Knowledge of computer applications, including that for recruiting

• Ability to work weekends & evenings and also to travel

• Strong time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.

• Collegiate experience playing and/or coaching baseball

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by July 14, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

The following documents are required for applicant consideration:

• Letter of application addressing all required qualifications

• Resume

• Three professional references

Legal Notices and Important Information:

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University ensures physical accessibility to work environments for persons with disabilities and will provided reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment. Upon request, the University will provide reasonable accommodations for religious observances and practices.

The University is committed to a program of affirmative action for women, racial minorities, persons with disabilities, disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era. While the Chancellor assumes overall responsibility for the success of the program, university administrators and supervisors are responsible and accountable for implementation. Authority for monitoring the program is delegated to Human Resources.

Each individual associated with the University is called upon to pledge a new and revitalized commitment to build and maintain a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination, an environment that fosters mutual respect, recognizes the dignity and worth of all people, and promotes to the fullest, equal employment opportunity through affirmative action.

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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.