Explore a Career with Dakota Wesleyan University

Dakota Wesleyan University invites applications for the position of Graduate Assistant – Track & Field. This is a unique opportunity designed to provide on-the-job learning experiences for recent college graduates who are interested in pursuing a career in intercollegiate athletics. The graduate assistant will support all aspects of the Track & Field program, with hands-on experience in both day-to-day operations and coaching responsibilities.

This role reports directly to the Head Cross Country/Track & Field Coach and serves as an integral part of a NAIA athletic program. Every effort has been made to make the job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties that will be required to perform.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with planning and implementation of daily practices, training sessions, and team meetings.
• Provide coaching support for the track and field team (throws)
• Support all facets of program operations, including equipment management, travel coordination, and meet preparation.
• Participate in recruitment of prospective student-athletes through evaluations, communication, and campus visits.
• Assist with administrative tasks, academic monitoring, and potentially social media content.
• Help facilitate a team environment that promotes athletic, academic, and personal excellence.
• Contribute to the planning and execution of home meets and special team events.
• Represent Dakota Wesleyan University in a professional manner at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Ability to work on deadline and management several tasks simultaneously with consistent follow-through.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work weekends as typical in collegiate athletics.
• Strict adherence to established NAIA, conference, and university rules and regulations.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. For this position we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment-based visa at this time. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Employment offers are contingent on individuals being accepted into the graduate program.

Dakota Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity employer and provider.

Send cover letter, resume, and a list of three references to: carol.grode-hanks@dwu.edu