Graduate Assistant for Athletics

 Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College has the following Graduate Assistant Athletics Positions available:

1. Graduate Assistant for Football – Please contact, Blaine Powell -  Head Football Coach (Blaine.Powell@smwc.edu)

2. Graduate Assistant for Golf – Please contact, Kyle Miller – Director of Golf (Kyle.Miller@smwc.edu)

3. Graduate Assistant for Women’s Soccer – Please contact, Ron Kiernicki – Head Men’s & Women’s Soccer Coach (Ron.Kiernicki@smwc.edu) 

4. Graduate Assistant for Women's Basketball - Please contact, Tapr'e Young - Head Women's Basketball Coach (Tapre.Young@smwc.edu)

5. Graduate Assistant for Men's & Women's Volleyball - Please contact, Ashley Harris - Head Women's Volleyball Coach (Ashley.Harris@smwc.edu) or Ian Harris, Head Men's Volleyball Coach (Ian@Harris@smwc.edu)

The Graduate Assistant Coach for Athletics supports the Head Coach in all aspects of the athletic program, operating within the philosophy and guidelines established by Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, the NAIA, River States Conference or Mid-States Football Association. This position reports directly to the Head Coach and is responsible for assisting with the daily operations of the program, including duties as assigned.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in achieving annual recruiting targets and roster size goals. 
• Support the monitoring of student-athletes’ academic progress and success. 
• Assist with oversight and management of the athletic program budget. 
• Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College and the Department of Athletics. 
• Support the development and monitoring of student-athlete conduct and accountability. 
• Assist in planning and implementing team practices and individual development programs. 
• Contribute to a program that aligns with and supports the mission of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College. 
• Travel as required for recruiting and daily operations of the athletic program. 
• Assist the Head Coach with marketing, promotions, and program visibility efforts. 
• Support fundraising initiatives and camp operations associated with the athletic program. 
• Engage in campus and community activities to promote the program and institution. 
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head Coach. 

Other Duties & Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a small college environment, balancing athletic performance with a strong student development focus. 

Supervision:

• Will supervise student athletes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited College or University.
• Enrolled in an SMWC Graduate Program. 
• Valid Driver’s License/State ID preferred.
• Previous demonstrated playing/coaching experience in the sport of the position applying for. 

Requirements Include:

1. Submit a completed application and resume. 

2. Complete the admissions process for a Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College graduate program. Graduate Degrees 

3. Be accepted and admitted into the graduate program.

This position and Letter of Assignment (LOA) begin August 1, 2026.