Graduate Assistant - Men’s & Women’s Track & Field

Job Title:

Graduate Assistant - Men’s & Women’s Track & Field

Full or Part Time:

Part time

Hours:

20

Exempt:

No

Supervisory Org:

Job Title:

Graduate Assistant - Men’s & Women’s Track & Field

Full or Part Time:

Part time

Hours:

20

Exempt:

No

Supervisory Org:

Track and Field (JM-SE)

Job Description:

JOB TITLE: Graduate Assistant - Men’s & Women’s Track & Field

DEPARTMENT: Athletics

WAGE: $15.52

JOB SUMMARY:

Saginaw Valley State University, a NCAA Division II member of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, invites applications for the position of Graduate Assistant for Track & Field. The Graduate Assistant will assist the head coach in the development, promotion, and daily operation of the Track & Field program. Responsibilities include assisting with the recruitment of prospective student-athletes, supporting the organization and administration of program activities, assisting with practice planning and implementation, and contributing to the continued success of a regionally and nationally competitive program.

Graduate Assistants are required to work a minimum of 10 hours per week. During the fall and winter semesters, work hours may not exceed 24 hours per week. During the spring and summer semesters, Graduate Assistants may work up to, but not exceed, 40 hours per week. 

This appointment is for a maximum of two calendar years. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Demonstrate knowledge of and adherence to applicable university, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.

• Assist in supporting compliance with institutional, conference, and NCAA policies and regulations, including student-athlete eligibility, recruiting activities, financial aid procedures, scheduling, and academic progress.

• Support efforts to promote compliance with institutional, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations among student-athletes and athletic department personnel.

• Abide by NCAA Bylaws 10.1 and 11.1 regarding ethical conduct and contribute positively to a culture of NCAA rules compliance.

• Assist in promoting a positive academic environment that encourages student-athletes to achieve academic success.

• Assist with the planning and implementation of practices, competitions, and related program activities.

• Provide positive support and encouragement to student-athletes while helping foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive team environment.

• Assist with community outreach and relationship-building efforts that support and enhance the program.

• Assist with the purchasing, inventory, distribution, and maintenance of uniforms and equipment.

• Assist with recruiting activities, including the identification, communication, and evaluation of prospective student-athletes in accordance with NCAA regulations.

• Assist with the development and implementation of off-season training and conditioning activities.

• Support fundraising initiatives and special events that benefit the program.

• Maintain appropriate communication with student-athletes and parents under the guidance of the head coach.

• Assist with the planning and coordination of banquets, fundraising activities, and other program-related events.

• Assist with coordinating team travel arrangements and logistics.

• Assist with the promotion, operation, and coordination of summer camps and clinics.

• Assist with facilities and event operations as assigned by the Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities and Events.

• Perform related duties as assigned by the Head Coach and Athletic Administration.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:  

General supervision is received from the Assistant Athletic Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Bachelor's degree in related field  

• Currently admitted to a graduate program or eligible and intending to apply upon accepting the offer.  

• Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations  

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.  

• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation.  

• Willingness to travel and work nights and weekends.  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Exceptional leadership skills.  

• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills  

• Strong desire and ability to successfully recruit  

• Strong follow-through skills, as well as the ability to plan, organize, and control projects through completion.  

• Experience coaching or participation in collegiate level track & field. 

TUITION ELIGIBILITY & TAX IMPLICATIONS:   
Graduate Assistantships include a tuition and fee waiver of up to 12 credit hours per semester (maximum 30 per academic year), funded by the SVSU central budget. 

Full-time enrollment (9 credits or more) is required in the Fall and Winter semesters, with minimal exceptions available. Less than full-time enrollment is allowed in the final semester for completion or for programs that do not offer full-time enrollment 

Per IRS regulations, tuition waivers may be considered taxable income. Amounts exceeding $5,250 annually are generally taxable and will be included in compensation. Employees should consult a tax advisor for guidance. 

WORKING CONDITIONS:  

• All work associated with this role must be performed within the state of Michigan. 

• Work is performed in a coaching, athletic, competitive indoor/outdoor environment.  

• Weeknights and weekends, including travel, will be required.  

The above reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job. It shall not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements that may be inherent in the job.  It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.  The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

About SVSU:

Saginaw Valley State University is a comprehensive university with more than 100 programs of study for its roughly 7,000 students. Located on a suburban campus in Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU is committed to a supportive and empowering environment for students, faculty and staff. SVSU was recognized as a “Great College to Work For” for 9 consecutive years (2016-2024).

SVSU emphasizes undergraduate teaching and learning, and community-based research. SVSU earned the Community Engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, a distinction achieved by only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities. By their senior year, 84 percent of students have engaged with community employers and agencies in internships, field placements or some other component of their academic preparation.

SVSU is establishing itself as a leader in STEAM education for the Great Lakes Bay Region, partnering with businesses, foundations and school districts to improve students’ performance in math, science and the arts at the middle school, high school and university levels.  SVSU is constructing the first university research facility on Lake Huron to improve public health and the economy in the Saginaw Bay watershed.
 
More than 70 percent of SVSU freshmen live on campus in student housing that has been rated No. 1 among public universities in the U.S. (2018-2025). SVSU fields 20 varsity sports at the NCAA Division II level. The average class size is 23 students. For more information, please visit our website, http://www.svsu.edu.

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