What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graduate Assistant for Athletics position at Saint Mary-Of-The-Woods College?
Description
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College has the following Graduate Assistant Athletics Positions available:
1. Graduate Assistant for Football – Please contact, Blaine Powell - Head Football Coach (Blaine.Powell@smwc.edu)
2. Graduate Assistant for Golf – Please contact, Kyle Miller – Director of Golf (Kyle.Miller@smwc.edu)
3. Graduate Assistant for Women’s Soccer – Please contact, Ron Kiernicki – Head Men’s & Women’s Soccer Coach (Ron.Kiernicki@smwc.edu)
4. Graduate Assistant for Women's Basketball - Please contact, Tapr'e Young - Head Women's Basketball Coach (Tapre.Young@smwc.edu)
5. Graduate Assistant for Men's & Women's Volleyball - Please contact, Ashley Harris - Head Women's Volleyball Coach (Ashley.Harris@smwc.edu) or Ian Harris, Head Men's Volleyball Coach (Ian@Harris@smwc.edu)
The Graduate Assistant Coach for Athletics supports the Head Coach in all aspects of the athletic program, operating within the philosophy and guidelines established by Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, the NAIA, River States Conference or Mid-States Football Association. This position reports directly to the Head Coach and is responsible for assisting with the daily operations of the program, including duties as assigned.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
- Assist in achieving annual recruiting targets and roster size goals.
- Support the monitoring of student-athletes’ academic progress and success.
- Assist with oversight and management of the athletic program budget.
- Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College and the Department of Athletics.
- Support the development and monitoring of student-athlete conduct and accountability.
- Assist in planning and implementing team practices and individual development programs.
- Contribute to a program that aligns with and supports the mission of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College.
- Travel as required for recruiting and daily operations of the athletic program.
- Assist the Head Coach with marketing, promotions, and program visibility efforts.
- Support fundraising initiatives and camp operations associated with the athletic program.
- Engage in campus and community activities to promote the program and institution.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head Coach.
Other Duties & Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a small college environment, balancing athletic performance with a strong student development focus.
Supervision:
- Will supervise student athletes.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited College or University.
- Enrolled in an SMWC Graduate Program.
- Valid Driver’s License/State ID preferred.
- Previous demonstrated playing/coaching experience in the sport of the position applying for.
Requirements Include:
1. Submit a completed application and resume.
2. Complete the admissions process for a Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College graduate program. Graduate Degrees
3. Be accepted and admitted into the graduate program.
This position and Letter of Assignment (LOA) begin August 1, 2026.