Graduate Assistant for Softball

Position Information

Graduate Assistant for Softball

Part-time, 10-month, August - May

Position Number 00105711

(Internal/External)

Position Description

Valley City State University is seeking a Graduate Assistant for our Softball program. This position will assist the head coach with the following duties: scheduling competitions and planning practices with emphasis on defense; implementing strength and conditioning programs, recruiting, coaching, mentoring, and retaining student athletes; monitoring annual budgets; arranging team and recruiting travel; fundraising and other departmental duties; fostering strong alumni relations and meeting all institutional, and NAIA rules and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree by the start date, experience coaching or playing softball, and acceptance into a VCSU graduate program by the upcoming academic year are required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience coaching and playing softball at the collegiate level, training experience necessary to compete at the NAIA level, highly motivated with an outstanding work ethic, strong organizational skills, exceptional verbal and written communication skills, proficient with Microsoft Office programs, a valid driver's license, ability to recruit and communicate with highly talented student-athletes, and knowledge of NAIA national policies, rules, and regulations are preferred.

Compensation

$6,000 stipend for fall and spring semester; free housing; tuition waiver.

Application Information

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. A criminal background check will be conducted on all hires. Preference given to applications received on or before July 10, 2026, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Additional Information

For more information, or for accommodations contact: human.resources@vcsu.edu. For North Dakota Relay Services, go to: https://www.relaynorthdakota.com/. This position is subject to North Dakota Veterans Preference procedure. Proof of eligibility includes a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicants unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability.

Valley City State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer