Graduate Assistant - Athletics

Post University; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% graduate tuition discount

Stipend for graduate assistantship

Job summary

Post University in Waterbury, Connecticut is seeking a Graduate Assistant to support student-athlete training and coaching. This position involves aiding in various team and academic responsibilities while ensuring compliance with NCAA regulations. Candidates will assist the head coach with recruiting and performance evaluations.

Successful applicants will receive a graduate tuition discount and stipend. A Bachelor's degree and collegiate experience are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Collegiate coaching and/or playing experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and video editing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist head coach with strength and conditioning programs.
• Help with on and off-field team coaching.
• Support academic success of student-athletes.
• Participate in recruiting activities.
• Evaluate and improve student-athletes' performance.

Skills

Leadership ability

Effective communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Collegiate coaching experience

NCAA regulations knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Krossover

Video editing software

Job description

Job Summary

The Graduate Assistant assists in planning and directing student‑athlete training and assesses individuals' abilities and skill levels to determine appropriate team positions. Assists players in reaching the highest athletic potential possible through athletic training and leadership skills. Must be familiar with NCAA rules and regulations. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals and perform various tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.

The Graduate Assistant role is an opportunity that offers 50% graduate tuition minus applicable fees and additional stipend.

Essential Functions

• Assist the head coach in monitoring the strength and conditioning programs.
• Assist the head coach with on and off-field team coaching, including practice planning and implementation, individual and team coaching, and other duties as assigned.
• Assist the head coach with the academic support of current student‑athletes, including study hall monitoring, individual academic monitoring and meetings, class checking, and other duties as assigned.
• Assist the head coach with on‑ and off‑campus recruiting activities, including prospect evaluation, database management, correspondence, phone calls, and other duties.
• Provide input in the evaluation and improvement of our student‑athletes.
• Pass the NCAA recruiting certification test.
• Assist the head coach with scouting opponents.
• Assist the head coach with planning all aspects of team travel within budgetary limitations.
• Assist the head coach with planning events for fundraising and other special functions within the overall athletic department fundraising and development program framework.
• Successful candidate must be committed to the academic success of student‑athletes and be committed to their personal growth and social development.
• Additional duties can be assigned through discussions between the head coach, director of athletics, and the successful candidate.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor's degree.
• Collegiate coaching and/or playing experience.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Krossover, and/or video editing.
• Proven leadership ability.
• Must establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, student‑athletes, potential recruits, and their families.
• Excellent communication, written and oral skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to NCAA Division II guidelines and regulations.
• Must be accepted into any graduate program.