Iowa Baseball Managers are tasked with a multitude of responsibilities to help the program be the best it can be while aiding in the progression of personal and career development. Managers will experience working for a Division I baseball program as well as gain knowledge and experience operating technology used by all Major League Baseball organizations. It is expected that Iowa Baseball Managers will strive to do the little things to make a meaningful impact on the development of our players. All four departments play a significant role in the betterment of our program and help us compete to win a Big Ten Championship. On this page, you will find the job descriptions for all four positions we are hiring for. Please don't hesitate to reach out on Twitter to @UIBASEManagers with any questions, we would love to discuss this opportunity in more detail!
General Skills and Qualifications of a Successful Manager:
Ability to interact and communicate well with others (this includes players, coaches, and other managers)
Willingness to learn and constantly improve
Independent thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage time well and multi-task
Benefits of being part of the Iowa Baseball Manager Program:
Experience working with a Division I athletic program
Experience working with and operating current baseball technology used by MLB organizations
Networking opportunities within the baseball industry
Potential to receive official Iowa baseball apparel based on the needs of each specific department
On-Field Manager
Job Description
This position entails attending practice regularly to assist coaches and players in the general flow of practice. With many tasks to tackle each day, an On-Field Manager must have strong organizational and time management skills. This position has the greatest opportunity to impact all departments and is the traditional student manager role. On-Field Managers should plan on being at the field a minimum of 5 hours, 4-6 days per week, typically in the afternoon.
Responsibilities (include but are not limited to)
- Daily set-up and tear-down of practice equipment
- Organize and assist with drills throughout practice
- Feed machines, front toss, and throw BP during the hitting portion of practice
- Organize and maintain equipment
- Complete any other tasks assigned by the coaching staff to ensure practice flows smoothly
- Assist with gameday on-field operations
Qualifications
- Ability to adjust to changes on the fly and work in a fast-paced environment
- General baseball knowledge & passion for the game
- Ability to safely play catch, lift heavy objects (50+ pounds), and run
- While not required, candidates with the ability to catch bullpens (90+ MPH) are strongly preferred
Data Analyst Manager
Job Description
Data Analysts are tasked with utilizing data to impact player development and on-field performance, as well as assisting the coaching staff with data-driven decisions. These managers spend the majority of their time in the office but are given the chance to assist the Video & Technology staff at practice. Our current group of analysts use R, Python, and SQL (it is not a requirement to be proficient in these upon applying). Data Analysts should plan on being in the office 15+ hours per week.
Responsibilities (include but are not limited to)
- Analyze and interpret data from Trackman, Blast Motion, and HitTrax
- Effectively communicate findings to coaches and other staff members
- Write blog posts upon completing research projects
Qualifications
- Passion for baseball analytics
- Solid understanding of baseball strategies and sabermetric concepts
- Basic comprehension of mathematical concepts
- Strong presentation and visualization skills
Video & Technology Manager
Job Description
Video & Technology Managers will attend practice regularly to capture video and operate player development technology. A manager in this department has a significant role in the process of providing coaching staff and players with information and data from practice. Video & Technology Managers should plan on being at practice 4-6 days a week, typically in the afternoon.
Responsibilities (include but are not limited to)
- Operate Trackman, Edgertronic, and BATS! (It is not a requirement to have experience with these before applying)
- Set up and tear down of cameras used during practices and games
- Assist in gameday video operations
Qualifications
- Ability to troubleshoot technology malfunctions or difficulties
- General baseball knowledge & interest in the game
- Willingness to adapt and learn things quickly
Job Description
This position provides an opportunity to gain valuable office experience working directly under the Director of Baseball Operations. This is a relatively fluid position that experiences different responsibilities in the office as well as during practice nearly every day. Self-starting individuals who will initiate and can problem solve will succeed in this position. The hours for this position are more flexible than other positions and can come on short notice. Operations Assistants should plan to be at the facility a minimum of 4-6 days per week.
Responsibilities (include but are not limited to)
- Help organize and run Iowa Baseball camps
- Assist with scouting reports
- Operate the Iowa Baseball Managers Twitter account and assist in operating the Iowa Baseball Instagram account
Qualifications
- General interest in baseball
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office (specifically Excel)
- Experience with Photoshop or similar programs (not required, but strongly preferred)
- Proficiency in social media, specifically Twitter and Instagram
