Graduate Assistantship - Athletics - Men's & Women's Wrestling

Number of Positions: 1

Anticipated Dates: Position Available Summer 2024

Job Description: Waynesburg University Department of Athletics is seeking a graduate student to assist staff and coaches with the day-to-day operations of the department, specifically assigned to Men’s & Women’s Wrestling. Position entails working 19 hours a week in the Athletic Department. The graduate assistant will report to the Head Men’s & Women’s Wrestling Coaches and Director of Athletics. Duties and responsibilities will include:

Duties include:

• Assist in the direction of assigned athletic teams
• Assist in the organization of practice sessions
• Work in accordance with all staff members of the Athletics Department and Waynesburg University
• Represent Waynesburg University Athletic Department in a positive manner
• Recruit qualified student athletes to participate in the athletic program, as directed by the Head Men’s & Women’s Wrestling Coaches
• Assist in the preparation of game and practice sites
• Possess the ability to communicate the mission of the University and the goals of the Athletic Department to student-athletes
• Serve as site administrator for home athletic events out of season
• Comply with all rules affiliated with Waynesburg University, the Presidents’ Athletic Conference, and Division III of the NCAA

Number of Positions: 1

Anticipated Dates: Position Available Summer 2024

Job Description: Waynesburg University Department of Athletics is seeking a graduate student to assist staff and coaches with the day-to-day operations of the department, specifically assigned to Men’s & Women’s Wrestling. Position entails working 19 hours a week in the Athletic Department. The graduate assistant will report to the Head Men’s & Women’s Wrestling Coaches and Director of Athletics. Duties and responsibilities will include:

Duties include:

• Assist in the direction of assigned athletic teams
• Assist in the organization of practice sessions
• Work in accordance with all staff members of the Athletics Department and Waynesburg University
• Represent Waynesburg University Athletic Department in a positive manner
• Recruit qualified student athletes to participate in the athletic program, as directed by the Head Men’s & Women’s Wrestling Coaches
• Assist in the preparation of game and practice sites
• Possess the ability to communicate the mission of the University and the goals of the Athletic Department to student-athletes
• Serve as site administrator for home athletic events out of season
• Comply with all rules affiliated with Waynesburg University, the Presidents’ Athletic Conference, and Division III of the NCAA
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Head Men’s & Women’s Wrestling Coaches and/or Director of Athletics

Job Qualifications: All interested candidates will need to successfully enroll in a graduate program at Waynesburg University in order to be eligible for the assistantship. Candidates must possess strong organizational, communication and computer skills, familiarity with a variety of software such as: Microsoft Office Suite, Photoshop, Adobe Professional, Front Rush, Slate, etc.; the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and meet established work deadlines; and availability to work evenings, Sundays and occasional weekends.

Application Instructions: Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Review of applications will begin immediately. Candidates must submit a resume and letter of interest, and a written statement that articulates how the candidate intends to incorporate the mission of the University with the requirements and function of the position. Also include the names, addresses, emails, and phone numbers of three references. Include transcripts (copies are acceptable initially).

Apply to:
Human Resources Office
Waynesburg University
51 W. College St.
Waynesburg, PA 15370

email: HR@waynesburg.edu