Graduate Assistant - Women’s Flag Football

Job Title:

Graduate Assistant - Women’s Flag Football

Full or Part Time:

Part time

Hours:

20

Exempt:

No

Supervisory Org:

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Job Title:

Graduate Assistant - Women’s Flag Football

Full or Part Time:

Part time

Hours:

20

Exempt:

No

Supervisory Org:

Woman's Flag Football (JM-SE)

Job Description:

JOB TITLE: Graduate Assistant - Women’s Flag Football

DEPARTMENT: Athletics

WAGE: $15.52/hour

JOB SUMMARY:  Saginaw Valley State University, a DII member of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic conference invites applications for the position of Graduate Assistant for Women’s Flag Football to assist the head coach to develop, promote and supervise all facets of the program; assist the head coach to develop and execute strategies for the recruitment of student-athletes for highly visible regionally and nationally competitive team; assist the head coach to organize and direct all aspects of the flag football programs, organizing practice sessions to enhance the team’s performance. 

Graduate Assistants are required to work a minimum of 10 hours per week. During the fall and winter semesters, work hours may not exceed 24 hours per week. During the spring and summer semesters, Graduate Assistants may work up to, but not exceed, 40 hours per week. 

This appointment is for a maximum of two calendar years.

JOB DETAILS:  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to all applicable NCAA and conference compliance rules and regulations.  

• Assist in supporting compliance with applicable university, conference, and NCAA policies and regulations, including areas such as student-athlete eligibility, recruiting activities, financial aid procedures, scheduling, and academic progress.  

• Abides by NCAA Bylaws 10.1 and 11.1 regarding ethical conduct and the responsibility to positively contribute to a campus culture of NCAA rules compliance.  

• Responsible for promoting a positive academic environment to encourage all athletes to strive for academic excellence.  

• Assist in preparing and executing practice and game plans, strategies and alternatives which are designed to bring success to the program.  

• Support and encourage student-athletes in their athletic, academic, and personal development. Assist in maintaining a safe and positive environment that promotes student-athlete well-being and success.

• Establishing and maintaining community contacts, which enhance the success of the program.  

• Assisting in the purchase, maintenance and inventory of uniforms and equipment.  

• Assist in directing and managing the recruiting efforts of the program.  

• Assist in designing and implementing off season training programs for student-athletes.  

• Assist in all fundraising needs for the program.  

• Maintain appropriate communications with student-athletes and parents.  

• Assist in the planning of banquets, fund raising efforts and other activities which promote the program.  

• Assist in managing travel arrangements for the team.  

• Assist with promoting, operating and coordinating summer camps.  

• Perform related and other duties as assigned by Head Coach and Athletic Administration  

• Assist in occasional facilities and event operations as assigned by the Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities and Events.  

 

  SUPERVISION RECEIVED:  

Supervision is received from the Head Women’s Flag Football Coach.  

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Bachelor’s degree  

• Currently admitted to a graduate program or eligible and intending to apply upon accepting the offer. 

• Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations  

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.  

• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation.  

• Willingness to travel and work nights and weekends.  

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Exceptional leadership skills.  

• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills  

• Strong desire and ability to successfully recruit  

• Strong follow-through skills, as well as the ability to plan, organize, and control projects through completion.  

• Experience coaching or participation in collegiate level football.  

 
TUITION ELIGIBILITY & TAX IMPLICATIONS:   

Graduate Assistantships include a tuition and fee waiver of up to 12 credit hours per semester (maximum 30 per academic year), funded by the SVSU central budget. 

Full-time enrollment (9 credits or more) is required in the Fall and Winter semesters, with minimal exceptions available. Less than full-time enrollment is allowed in the final semester for completion or for programs that do not offer full-time enrollment.

Per IRS regulations, tuition waivers may be considered taxable income. Amounts exceeding $5,250 annually are generally taxable and will be included in compensation. Employees should consult a tax advisor for guidance. 

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:  

 

• All work associated with this role must be performed within the state of Michigan. 

• Work is performed in a coaching, athletic, competitive indoor/outdoor environment.  

• Weeknights and weekends, including travel, will be required.  

 

 

 

The above reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job. It shall not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements that may be inherent in the job.  It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.  The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty. 

About SVSU:

Saginaw Valley State University is a comprehensive university with more than 100 programs of study for its roughly 7,000 students. Located on a suburban campus in Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU is committed to a supportive and empowering environment for students, faculty and staff. SVSU was recognized as a “Great College to Work For” for 9 consecutive years (2016-2024).

SVSU emphasizes undergraduate teaching and learning, and community-based research. SVSU earned the Community Engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, a distinction achieved by only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities. By their senior year, 84 percent of students have engaged with community employers and agencies in internships, field placements or some other component of their academic preparation.

SVSU is establishing itself as a leader in STEAM education for the Great Lakes Bay Region, partnering with businesses, foundations and school districts to improve students’ performance in math, science and the arts at the middle school, high school and university levels.  SVSU is constructing the first university research facility on Lake Huron to improve public health and the economy in the Saginaw Bay watershed.
 
More than 70 percent of SVSU freshmen live on campus in student housing that has been rated No. 1 among public universities in the U.S. (2018-2025). SVSU fields 20 varsity sports at the NCAA Division II level. The average class size is 23 students. For more information, please visit our website, http://www.svsu.edu.

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