Graduate Assistant- Powerlifting

Greenville University; Greenville (IL); On-site; USD 12,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Greenville University in Greenville, Illinois, invites applications for a Graduate Assistant Coach in the Powerlifting program. This role supports coaching, training, and event operations while aligning with the university’s Christian mission.

The GA will help plan practices, recruit, mentor student-athletes academically and spiritually, and assist in fundraising and outreach, with tuition waiver and stipend as compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and acceptance into Greenville University Graduate Program
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Commitment to Greenville University’s Christian mission and values

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and leading practices and competitions.
• Become a member of Powerlifting America and coach exclusively within the federation.
• Identify and engage prospective student-athletes through emails, phone calls, letters, and social media.
• Support student-athletes’ academic progress and lead Bible studies or faith-based mentorship initiatives.
• Manage team operations, maintain databases, and assist in fundraising, marketing, and community outreach.
• Assist with athletic events and referee duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Skills

Coaching experience

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Description

The Greenville University Powerlifting program is seeking applicants for the appointment of Graduate Assistant Coach. This Graduate Assistant will be responsible for assisting in all aspects of the Powerlifting program as well as secondary responsibilities assigned by the Athletic Director.

Compensation includes a stipend and a tuition waiver for a master’s program at Greenville University.

To be eligible for the Graduate Assistant position, applicants must complete the graduate program application, receive provisional acceptance, and enroll in a Greenville University graduate program. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship as all Greenville University Graduate Programs are offered online only.

Areas of Responsibility:

• Coaching & Training: Assist in planning and leading practices and competitions. Candidate will be required to become a member of Powerlifting America and compete/coach exclusively within the federation.
• Recruitment & Retention: Help identify and engage prospective student-athletes through emails, phone calls, letters, and social media.
• Academic & Spiritual Mentorship: Support student-athletes’ academic progress and lead team Bible studies or faith-based mentorship initiatives.
• Administrative Support: Manage team operations, maintain databases, and assist in fundraising, marketing, and community outreach.
• Game Day & Event Management: Assist with athletic events, performances, and university-related activities as assigned by the Director of Athletics. Become a state level Powerlifting America referee.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required and acceptance into a Greenville University Graduate Program
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to Greenville University’s Christian mission and values.

Preferred Qualifications/Requirements:

• Previous coaching experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to Greenville University’s Christian mission and values.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Greenville University's Mission:

Greenville University is liberal arts University that empowers students for lives of character and service through a transforming Christ-centered education. Our hiring practices reflect our commitment to be a Christ-centered institution.

GREENVILLE UNIVERSITY

The university is located 50 miles east of St. Louis in an attractive residential community of approximately 7,000 people. Greenville was founded in 1892 and is affiliated with the Free Methodist Church yet draws students from 40+ denominations. For additional information, please visit our website: www.greenville.edu.

Greenville University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, family responsibilities, or national or ethnic origin, in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal laws. In keeping with the mission of the institution, Greenville University seeks applicants with a strong commitment to the values and lifestyle of evangelical Christianity and who profess a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. As a Christian institution, we require faculty and staff to adhere to the University's Lifestyle statement and to enforce a religiously based code of conduct for all University employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Greenville University, as an educational institution affiliated with the Free Methodist Church USA, reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (Title VII, Sections 702-703, United States Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended).