Cross Country/ Track Graduate Assistant

Dominican University; River Forest (IL); On-site; USD 10,800 - 13,200; Full time

Job summary

Dominican University in River Forest, Illinois, seeks a Cross Country/Track Graduate Assistant. This role reports to the Head Track/Cross Country Coach and involves supporting student athletes while adhering to compliance and managing administrative tasks.

The position is focused on enhancing student development and requires adherence to NCAA and university regulations. Strong leadership abilities and previous intercollegiate playing experience are preferred. The compensation is $12,000 per year for a two-year term.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to NCAA and university rules and regulations.
• Assist with event management and contest management.
• Assist in recruiting academically and athletically qualified prospective student-athletes.
• Assist with team operations including budget management and academic performance monitoring.
• Coordinate team travel and meals.
• Assist in team fundraising and fulfill other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership and collaborative abilities

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication skills

Computer skills

Ability to work evenings and weekends

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Playing experience at the intercollegiate level preferred

Job description

Title

Cross Country/ Track Graduate Assistant

FLSA Status

Salary (Exempt)

Term

Academic Year 2026/27 and 2027/28

Compensation

$12,000 Per Year / 6 Credit Hours Per Semester / 2 Year Term

Department

Athletics

Reports To

Head Track /Cross Country Coach

Start Date

August 2026

Primary Purpose / Position Summary

The graduate position reports to the Head Track Cross Country Coach. The Track /Cross Country Graduate Assistant is sensitive to the needs of a diverse student body and is committed to assisting the Department of Athletics in enhancing and supporting the student development experience consistent with the mission of a Sinsinawa Dominican Catholic liberal arts university.

Job Components / Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Adhering to conference, NCAA, Title IX, Department of Athletics and University rules and regulations;
• Assisting with event management and/or serving as contest manager;
• Assisting with the recruitment of academically and athletically qualified prospective student-athletes to maintain the roster range;
• Assisting in team operations including management of budget and agency accounts, the development of the contest schedule, the monitoring of the student-athletes’ academic performance, managing team uniforms, equipment and supplies;
• Assisting in the coordination of team travel and meals including assisting in the coordination of team transportation needs with the appropriate Department of Athletics staff;
• Assisting in the coordination of team fundraising;
• Accepting and fulfilling other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong leadership and collaborative abilities
• Ability to multi-task effectively and strong attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Competence with computer skills
• Ability to work evenings and weekends

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Playing experience at the intercollegiate level preferred

A background screening is required upon hire