Graduate Assistant Athletics

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Category Graduate Assistant Position Title Graduate Assistant Athletics Working Title Graduate Assistant Athletics Scheduled Hours Per Week 20 FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Job Summary

Job 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.

Available Graduate Assistant Positions

• Women's Soccer - Graduate Assistant Coach
• Men's Soccer - Graduate Assistant Coach
• 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

The GA will assist with recruiting, game planning and all aspects of the Division II program in compliance with all NCAA, MEC Conference and institutional rules and regulations.

This position is open to Concord Graduate Students only. Full tuition waiver plus competitive stipend provided.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duty/Responsibility

Responsibilities will vary by sport or assignment but may include:

• 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

% of Time 100

Education/Knowledge

Minimum Education Bachelor's Required Licenses/Certification

• Driver's license.
• Admission to a Concord University graduate program (required for employment)

Athletic Training GA: must meet CAATE and West Virginia licensure eligibility requirements

Required Skills

• 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

Required Experience

Type of experience Needed Playing and / or Coaching Amount of Experience Needed (Months/Years) More than 2 years

Posting Detail Information

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.

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.

Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.concord.edu/postings/1676

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Other Document