Graduate Assistant for XC and Track

Concord; West Virginia; On-site; USD 11,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full tuition waiver

Competitive stipend

Job summary

Concord University is seeking a Graduate Assistant for Cross Country and Track to join our athletics program. This 10-month role supports coaching staff in training, recruitment, event planning, administrative tasks, and athlete development for both men’s and women’s teams.

The GA position offers a full tuition waiver and a competitive stipend, with potential renewal based on performance and student enrollment as a CU graduate student. Travel may be involved for meets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Graduate student status at Concord University is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in XC/track coaching or playing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, and implementing daily practice sessions for cross country and track & field athletes.
• Provide guidance during training, including warm-ups, drills, and conditioning.
• Attend practices, workouts, and competitions (including travel, if needed).
• Monitor athletes' progress and communicate with coaching staff to ensure success.
• Assist with recruiting efforts and campus visits for prospective athletes.
• Coordinate meet preparation, travel arrangements, and logistics.
• Organize team meetings, events, and athlete communications.
• Support team camps, fundraising events, and community outreach.

Skills

NCAA rules knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

This position is open to Concord Graduate Students only. 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.

Position Information

Job Category

Job Category Graduate Assistant

Position Title

Position Title Graduate Assistant for XC and Track

Working Title

Working Title Assistant XC and Track Coach

Scheduled Hours Per Week

Scheduled Hours Per Week 20

FLSA Status

Job Summary

The Graduate Assistant for Cross Country & Track will play a vital role in supporting the coaching staff in all aspects of the cross country and track & field programs.
This is a 10-month position designed for a graduate student pursuing a degree at Concord university.
The GA will assist in training, recruiting, event planning, administrative tasks, and athlete development for both men’s and women’s teams.
This role offers a unique opportunity to gain practical coaching experience while working with athletes in a dynamic and competitive collegiate athletic environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duty/Responsibility

• Assist in planning, organizing, and implementing daily practice sessions for cross country and track & field athletes.
• Provide guidance and support during training sessions, including warm-ups, drills, and conditioning.
• Attend and assist with team practices, workouts, and competitions (including travel, if needed).
• Monitor athletes’ physical and academic progress and communicate with the coaching staff to ensure overall success.
• Assist with recruiting efforts, including identifying and evaluating potential student-athletes.
• Attend recruiting events and help with campus visits for prospective athletes.
• Assist with meet preparation and coordination, including entries, travel arrangements, and logistics.
• Assist with organizing team meetings, events, and communication with athletes.
• Aid in the planning and execution of team camps, fundraising events, and community outreach programs.
• Other Duties as assigned by the Head Men’s and Women’s XC and Track Coach, and Athletic Directors

% of Time

% of Time 100

Education/Knowledge

Minimum Education Bachelor's

Required Licenses/Certification

• Driver License
• USATF Officials Certification (Preferred)

Required Skills

• Working knowledge of and familiarity with NCAA rules and regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and organizational skills.

Required Experience

Type of experience Needed

Type of experience Needed College experience in XC or Track coaching or playing

Amount of Experience Needed (Months/Years)

Amount of Experience Needed (Months/Years) More than 2 years

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Additional Information

This position is open to Concord Graduate Students only. 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.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Unofficial Transcripts
• Other Document

Concord University is an Equal Opportunity employer.

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