What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graduate Assistant - Women’s Basketball position at University of Mount Saint Vincent?
Founded by the Sisters of Charity of New York, the University of Mount Saint Vincent is an academically excellent, authentically inclusive, Catholic and ecumenical liberal arts university. The University combines a strong core curriculum with a full array of majors in the liberal arts and, within the tradition of liberal education, selected professional fields of study.
At Mount Saint Vincent, a student’s education extends beyond knowledge, skills, and preparation for work. We seek the development of the whole person. In the spirit of Vincent de Paul and Elizabeth Ann Seton, we foster an understanding of our common humanity, a commitment to human dignity, and a full appreciation of our obligations to each other. The Men’s and Women’s Coach is responsible for providing leadership, organization and administration of the Men’s and Women’s program
Through its School of Professional and Continuing Studies, the University extends its primary undergraduate mission by offering high quality graduate studies in business, education and nursing and an array of undergraduate and certificate programs serving non-traditional students.
Position Summary:
The University of Mount Saint Vincent, a member of NCAA Division III and the Skyline Conference, invites applications for a Graduate Assistant for the Women’s Basketball program. This position provides an opportunity to gain valuable experience in coaching and collegiate athletics administration.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist the Head Coach with all aspects of the Women’s Basketball program
- Support practice organization, player development, and game strategy
- Assist with recruiting coordination, including outreach and visit planning
- Manage video editing, scouting reports, and opponent analysis
- Assist with game day operations and team logistics
- Support student-athlete academic success and retention efforts
- Complete additional administrative duties as assigned
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Acceptance into, or plans to apply to, a graduate program at the University of Mount Saint Vincent (Business or Education)
- Previous playing or coaching experience in basketball preferred
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
- Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with student-athletes, coaches, support staff, campus community, and alumni
- Effective time management and organizational skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Knowledge of NCAA Division III guidelines preferred
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
- Valid Driver’s License
Annual stipend: $18,000
- On-campus housing & meal plan included
Salary : $18,000