Graduate Assistant

Occupational Summary:

The Women’s Softball Graduate Assistantship is designed to provide a learning experience for those interested in pursuing a career in coaching/college athletics. This person shall assist in day-to-day team operations.  Working nights, weekends, and holidays is an essential function of this position.

As an active member of the Newman Community, this position contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other faiths, cultures, or backgrounds. This position will articulate and connect the work of the Athletics department with the Newman University mission and the responsibility to help prepare students to transform the world inspired by Catholic Social Teachings as exemplified by the Newman University Sponsors, The Adorers of the Blood of Christ.

Position to start August 2026. Open until filled.

Work Performed:

1. Develop relationships with coaching staff and team members in order to assist with the operations of the team.
2. Assist the head coach in planning and running team training sessions.        
3. Assist with scouting reports.
4. Aid in recruiting and retention efforts.
5. Assist with coordination of travel planning and scheduling.
6. Coordinate the mentoring, tutoring, or other assistance needed by athletes.
7. Conduct oneself in a professional and ethical manner at all times.
8. Develop and demonstrate a working knowledge of the NCAA compliance rules.
9. Complete all University-required trainings including FERPA and Title IX.
10. Contribute to the overall success of the Newman Athletics Department by performing all other duties as assigned and appropriate to the position

Requirements:

1. Completion of Bachelor’s Degree.
2. Must be accepted and enrolled full time (at least six (6) credit hours per semester) in a Master’s degree program (M.S.E. Organizational Leadership preferred) during the academic year (fall and spring semester). 
3. Previous experience in a college athletic setting.
4. Genuine interest in and willingness to work with students; understanding of student attitudes, concerns and problems.
5. Ability to exercise basic human relations skills in directing and motivating staff, and dealing with varied constituencies on and off campus.
6. Strong organizational and computer skills.
7. AED and/or CPR training preferred.
8. Must have a US driver's license with a minimum of 1 year of clean driving history.
9. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Compensation:

1. This is a 12-month position with a contract that requires annual renewal.
2. Monthly stipend of $250.00 throughout the yearly contract.
3. University housing is not provided for Graduate Assistants; however, they may coordinate with the Director of Residence Life to explore availability if housing is not at full capacity.
4. Graduate Assistants will be provided with the 120-day declining meal plan option, which may be subject to tax implications. Meals are available only when the dining hall is open for traditional students.
5. Eligible for fall, spring, and summer tuition waiver. The student is responsible for payment of books, general fees, parking, and living expenses. Must follow tuition waiver policy and submittal deadlines.

Additional Information:

1. Graduate Assistant for Athletics may not hold other full-time employment.  Other part-time employment in or outside the University must receive prior approval from the Director of Athletics. 
2. Tuition remission scholarships are dependent upon enrollment in the course(s) by regular, tuition-paying students. The university reserves the right to move classes from the face-to-face modality to the online modality in order to ensure a reasonable minimum class size is met, at the sole discretion of the university. Tuition remission scholarships do not guarantee that any course will be available in any given modality, depending upon enrollment. If space is limited in any class, persons using any tuition benefit scholarships may be enrolled in the order in which they registered for the class.
3. As a condition for retention in the role, the Graduate Assistant must remain in good academic standing, which is a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00.
4. A criminal background check will be performed prior to employment offer.

Founded in 1933, Newman University is a liberal arts institution grounded in Catholic values and traditions, yet is respectful of all faiths. At Newman you'll find people, programs, organizations and activities designed to educate the mind and inspire the spirit. Our low instructor-to-student ratio and collaborative faculty contribute to a positive learning environment. We are a sponsored ministry of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ, US Region. We invite you to join us in our work of empowering our graduates to transform society!

Newman University participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm that new employees are authorized to work in the U.S. US Immigration law protects legally-authorized workers from discrimination based on their citizenship status and national origin.

Newman University is committed to hiring faculty and staff members that reflect the diversity of our region and to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees, according to all applicable equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping this commitment, it is the policy of Newman University to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, local human rights commission activity, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a qualified protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Newman University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with a disability in completing the application form or in the interview process. Please notify the Human Resources Office at (316) 942-4291, ext. 2202 or email [email protected] in advance so necessary arrangements can be made.