Graduate Assistant, Softball

Lake Erie College; Painesville (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Erie College in Painesville, OH invites applications for the position of Graduate Assistant, Softball. This 10-month appointment supports the Head Coach and coordinates recruitment, program operations, and fundraising efforts to enhance the NCAA Division II softball program.

The Graduate Assistant will work evenings and weekends as needed, travel for practices and recruiting, and must be accepted into a Lake Erie College graduate program while demonstrating integrity and teamwork within the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in physical education, sports management or related field preferred.
• Acceptance into a Lake Erie College graduate program required.
• Knowledge of MS Office and data systems for athletics administration.

Responsibilities

• Recruit for softball, identify potential students, and coordinate recruitment with Admissions.
• Assist with coaching, facility management, practice and team operations.
• Support fundraising efforts, camps and clinics participation.
• Handle equipment maintenance and inventory management.
• Assist with study table coordination and student‑athlete support.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong organization

Independent work

Teamwork ethic

Growth mindset

Creativity and strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in physical education

Acceptance into graduate program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Integrated software systems

Job description

Job Details
Job Location: Painesville, OH 44077

REPORTS TO: HEAD COACH, SOFTBALL

STATUS: PART-TIME, EXEMPT

Lake Erie College, located in Painesville, OH, invites applications for the position of Graduate Assistant, Softball. Lake Erie College is an NCAA DivisionII program that competes in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference (GMAC). The graduate assistant is responsible for duties as assigned by the Head Coach and will manage a secondary responsibility as defined. This is a 10‑month appointment each year for two consecutive years, pending successful evaluation at the end of year one.

Responsibilities

• Serves as recruiter for the sport of softball, identifying and evaluating potential students with that interest and organizing their recruitment in conjunction with the Office of Admissions.
• Assists with organization of all aspects of the program, including coaching and management of facility, practice and team operations.
• Helps execute team fundraising efforts, including participation in camps and clinics.
• Handles uniform and equipment maintenance and inventory.
• Assists with student‑athlete study table coverage and coordination.
• Projects and promotes an inclusive education with the highest standards, where student‑athletes are empowered to leave lives of personal significance and professional success as global citizens.
• Acts as an ambassador of the college and conducts oneself in a positive manner to heighten the awareness of the institution to all of its constituents.
• Operates within the mission of the college and athletics department to ensure a full NCAA DII student‑athlete experience.
• Follows all terms and conditions per the Policy for Graduate Assistants.
• Other duties as assigned by Head Coach, Softball or Director of Athletics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in physical education, sports management or related field preferred.
• Acceptance into a Lake Erie College graduate program required.
• Knowledge and skill in using integrated software systems and Microsoft applications.
• Knowledge of intercollegiate athletics, rules and regulations of athletic associations and conferences; collegiate playing experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and approval for driving through the Business Office.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Committed to confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity.
• Strong organization skills with ability to attend to details.
• Ability to work independently on assigned projects and initiatives.
• Growth and “doer” mindset and institutional teamwork ethic.
• Creative, strategic, thoughtful, and has a sense of humor.

Special Requirements

• Availability to work evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.
• Ability to travel for team practices, competition and recruiting.

All members of the department of athletics are responsible for knowing and following all institutional, Conference and NCAA regulations regarding recruiting and operations of the program. If regulations are not followed and result in a violation, employees are expected to self‑report the violation to the compliance office or to the director of athletics. Additionally, employees must understand that those who knowingly violate, conceal, or attempt to cover up violations of NCAA rules shall be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.