About this role
About the Role McKendree University invites qualified applicants to join our team as a Graduate Assistant to assist the head coach with planning and implementing practices, team travel, recruiting, fundraising, monitoring student-athlete progress, and other duties as assigned. This position supports the athletics program within a university setting and offers professional development opportunities. What You'll Do
- Assist the head coach with planning and implementing practices and managing team logistics
- Coordinate team travel, including scheduling and related arrangements
- Support recruiting efforts and fundraising activities
- Monitor student-athlete progress and compliance with NCAA, conference, and university rules
- Perform other duties as assigned by the head coach
- Some travel is required What We're Looking For
- Required Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and acceptance into a master’s program at McKendree University Nice to Have
- Collegiate playing experience, knowledge of and commitment to following NCAA, conference, and university rules and regulations Compensation & Benefits
- Full-time graduate assistants are eligible to participate in our health insurance plan, deferred compensation retirement plan (no matching contribution), 100% tuition remission, and a small stipend or hourly rate based on the specific role with the institution.