Graduate Assistant Athletics

Concordia College; West Virginia; On-site; Full time

Job description

Position Summary

Concord University is seeking qualified applicants for multiple Graduate Assistant (GA) positions within the Department of Athletics for the 2026–2027 academic year. These positions offer hands‑on professional experience in collegiate athletics while supporting the operational, coaching, and administrative needs of our NCAA Division II programs.

Sports and Roles

• Track & Field – Graduate Assistant Coach
• Athletic Training – Graduate Assistant
• Softball – Graduate Assistant Coach
• Women’s Basketball – Graduate Assistant Coach
• Men’s Basketball – Graduate Assistant Coach

This position is open to Concord Graduate Students only.

Full tuition waiver plus competitive stipend provided.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assisting with practice planning, instruction, and skill development
• Supporting game‑day operations, travel logistics, and equipment management
• Recruiting prospective student‑athletes in compliance with NCAA and Mountain East Conference regulations
• Assisting with strength and conditioning programming
• Supporting academic monitoring and student‑athlete development initiatives
• Completing administrative duties assigned by the head coach or supervising athletic staff
• Athletic Training GA:
  • Assisting with injury prevention, evaluation, rehabilitation, and event coverage under the supervision of certified athletic trainers

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree
• Driver’s license
• Admission to a Concord University graduate program (required for employment)
• Must meet CAATE and West Virginia licensure eligibility requirements for Athletic Training GA
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required
• Collegiate playing or coaching experience
• Experience working in a team‑oriented environment
• Familiarity with NCAA Division II rules and regulations
• More than 2 years of playing and / or coaching experience

Application Information

Applicants should submit:

• Resume
• Cover letter indicating which GA position(s) they wish to be considered for
• Contact information for three professional references

Applicants with sport‑specific questions are encouraged to contact the Athletic Director or the head coach of the respective program for additional information about individual roles.

Employment Details

Job Category: Graduate Assistant

Position Title: Graduate Assistant Athletics

Scheduled Hours Per Week: 20

FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt

Benefits

Full tuition waiver plus competitive stipend provided.

May be renewable for additional academic terms based on satisfactory performance of duties and student enrollment as a CU graduate student.

EEO Statement

Concord University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Contact

Concord University
1000 Vermillion Street
P.O. Box 1000
Athens, West Virginia 24712-1000
1-800-344-6679 | 1-304-384-3115