Graduate Assistant - Softball

Job DetailsJob Location: Midland University - Fremont, NE 68025 

QualificationsMidland University, a private, faith based, liberal arts university in Fremont, Nebraska (just outside of metro Omaha), is seeking a Softball Coach Graduate Assistant. This position will be offered within our graduate assistant structure, requiring admission to the University's Master of Education, Master of Science Learning and Talent Development, Master of Science and Sports Administration and Leadership or Master of Business Administration programs. In addition to the academic responsibilities, the candidate will be responsible for contributing to various aspects of the softball program, including assistant coaching, program administration, practice preparation, and other duties assigned by the Head Coach. 

Job responsibilities include:

Representing Midland University
Assisting the head coach with the administration and leadership of the softball program
Providing coaching and instruction during training and practice activities
Recruiting and retaining students for the softball program
Overseeing team travel
Directing strength and conditioning activities
Practice planning and preparation
Video analysis
Running camps and clinics
Helping to ensure team compliance with all NAIA and institutional rules and regulations

Need to have:

A bachelor's degree
Previous softball coaching experience or playing experience on a collegiate level
Good organizational skills
Good interpersonal communication skills
Fundamental computer skills

Should demonstrate:

A positive attitude
An ability to resolve issues independently

Compensation:

Tuition Remission in the master's program. The level of remission is dependent on the degree pursued.
Free Campus meal plan (15 meals per week), dependent on the degree pursued.
A monthly stipend dependent on the degree pursued.