Graduate Assistant Mens and Womens Cross Country / Track and Field Coach at NICHOLS COLLEGE Dud[...]

Graduate Assistant Mens and Womens Cross Country / Track and Field Coach job at NICHOLS COLLEGE. Dudley, MA. Job Details

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Nichols College - Dudley, MA Position Type

Part Time Description JOB DESCRIPTION : Graduate Assistant for Men's and Women's Cross Country / Track and Field DEPARTMENT : Division of Athletics REPORTS TO : Head Coach Cross Country and Track Field Coach JOB SUMMARY

Nichols College, a member of the NCAA Division III, located in Dudley, MA (Central MA) invites application for a Graduate Assistant Position with Cross Country and Track & Field. The position starts in August 2025. A bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university is required. Candidates would need to apply to the Nichols College Graduate Program. This position also includes a stipend.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Assist in meeting recruitment goals established by the Division of Athletics and Head Coach.
• Assist the Head Coach in planning and executing practices.
• Assist in game and practice day set-up.
• Attend all practices and competition.
• Solid knowledge and technical skills for the sport of Cross Country (distance preferred) the sport of Track & Field (throwing preferred).
• Support current student-athlete academic success.
• Manage social media platforms.
• Serve as the travel coordinator (meals and travel operations).
• Assist with all areas of video operations.
• Engage with Athletic Communications staff for events, game days, etc.
• Help with equipment / uniform inventory, distribution, and collection.
• Assist with fundraising and alumni outreach.
• Supervise team managers.
• Attain driving certification with the College.
• Be an active member of the Division of Athletics (attend meetings, scheduled campus events, etc.).
• Assist with game management duties out of season.
• Work the fitness room desk while in and out of season, 1-2 days a week.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EDUCATION REQUIRED :

Bachelor's degree preferred with experience in collegiate athletics.

Genuine understanding and commitment to NCAA Division III intercollegiate athletics philosophy.

Must have strong leadership and people skills, plus an ability to work with all constituencies of the campus.

Able to identify and attract outstanding student-athletes to Nichols College.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, able to handle a multi-task work environment.

Computer proficiency.

Valid driver's license and good driving record.

Light lifting.

Ability to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends.

BENEFITS :

Stipend

Graduate tuition remission

On-campus housing with application

Use of the fitness center

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

CPR / AED and First Aid certification

Coaching experience

NICHOLS COLLEGE

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