Cross Country/ Track Graduate Assistant

TITLE: Cross Country/ Track Graduate Assistant

FLSA STATUS: Salary (Exempt)

TERM: Academic Year 2026/27 and 2027/28

COMPENSATION: $12,000 Per Year/6 Credit Hours Per Semester/ 2 Year Term

DEPARTMENT: Athletics

REPORTS TO: Head Track /Cross Country Coach

START DATE: August 2026

PRIMARY PURPOSE / POSITION SUMMARY:

The graduate position reports to the Head Track Cross Country Coach. The Track /Cross Country Graduate Assistant is sensitive to the needs of a diverse student body and is committed to assisting the Department of Athletics in enhancing and supporting the student development experience consistent with the mission of a Sinsinawa Dominican Catholic liberal arts university.

JOB COMPONENTS/PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The Track / Cross Country Graduate Assistant is responsible for but not limited to:
• Adhering to conference, NCAA, Title IX, Department of Athletics and University rules and regulations;
• Assisting with event management and/or serving as contest manager;
• Assisting with the recruitment of academically and athletically qualified prospective student-athletes to maintain the roster range;
• Assisting in team operations including management of budget and agency accounts, the development of the contest schedule, the monitoring of the student-athletes' academic performance, managing team uniforms, equipment and supplies;
• Assisting in the coordination of team travel and meals including assisting in the coordination of team transportation needs with the appropriate Department of Athletics staff;
• Assisting in the coordination of team fundraising;
• Accepting and fulfilling other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong leadership and collaborative abilities
• Ability to multi-task effectively and strong attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Competence with computer skills
• Ability to work evenings and weekends

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Playing experience at the intercollegiate level preferred

A background screening is required upon hire