What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graduate Assistant (GA) - Multiple Sports/Programs position at University of Rio Grande--Rio Grande Community College?
The University of Rio Grande is seeking motivated individuals to serve as Graduate Assistants (GA) in the Athletics Department for the 2026-27 academic year. Graduate Assistants are provided free tuition, room, and board (or $6,000 in lieu of room and board) and are responsible for assisting the coaching staff to administer and organize all aspects of a collegiate sports program. Rio Grande is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletes (NAIA) and competes in the River States Conference (RSC) for most sports.
*Sports/Programs often seeking GA's:
- Archery
- Baseball
- Basketball - Men's
- Bass Fishing
- Bowling
- Cheerleading
- Esports
- Football
- Golf
- Rugby
- Soccer - Men's
- Soccer - Women's
- Softball
- Sports Information amp; Athletics Management
- Track amp; Field
- Volleyball - Men's
- Volleyball - Women's
- Wrestling - Men's
Principal Duties:
- Understand and follow NAIA and conference/league/club rules and regulations
- Help in the recruitment and retention of student athletes
- Coach individuals or events as directed by the head coach
- Assist in the planning, implementing, and evaluating of practices and competitions
- Drive university or rental vehicles when needed
- Help in additional duties required by the Head Coach and/or Director of Athletics
Position Requirements:
- Must be admitted into the graduate program and taking a minimum of six (6) credit hours per term
- Must be in good academic standing
- Must possess a valid Driver's License
- Must be available to work evenings and weekends as required
- Travel will be required for this position to participate in scheduled practices and/or competitions
- Graduate Assistants may work a maximum of 27.5 hours per week
Application Instructions:
*Applicants must send a cover letter indicating sport/area of interest, resume, as well as the names and contact information of at least three references, to Brandon Bias, Athletic Director, through the University's online application tracking system.
Review of applications will begin immediately. Position is open until filled. Background check required prior to hire. For additional information about Rio, please visit: www.rio.edu.
The University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College is a unique partnership between a public community college and a four-year comprehensive university. Deeply rooted in Appalachian history, both institutions are committed to encouraging life-long learning, personal and professional growth, critical thinking and problem-solving skills and effective written and oral communication skills to students from the southeastern Ohio area, the state, the nation and the world. The campus of the university and community college is nestled in the rolling hills of southeastern Ohio, and is adjacent to the original Bob Evans Farms and Homestead in Rio Grande. Rio is an Equal Opportunity Employer.