Volleyball Graduate Assistant

Western Kentucky University, Department of Athletics, is seeking applications for Volleyball Graduate Assistant. This position reports to the Volleyball Head Coach.  Applicants must have a commitment to and responsibility for adhering to all rules and regulations of WKU, Conference USA and the NCAA.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties are customary for this position, but are not to be construed as all-inclusive.  Duties may be added, deleted and assigned based on management discretion and institutional needs.

·         Assist with coaching responsibilities during practice sessions and workouts.

·         Plan and supervise training plans for student-athletes under the supervision of staff.

·         Attend coaches' meetings and implement strategies resulting from those meetings

·         Develop a comprehensive and functional knowledge of the sport, and maintain thorough and continual familiarity with all applicable University, Conference USA, and NCAA rules and regulations

·         Assist with home game and tournament operations.

·         Assist with team travel planning and meals.

·         Assist with team equipment inventory, ordering and issue.

·         Assist in the implementation of the academic program, including the monitoring of individual student-athlete's progress to ensure academic eligibility, the enforcement of study and tutorial programs, and referral to appropriate University academic resources

·         Work with student-athletes and monitor adherence to rules and regulations concerning conduct, appearance, and behavior

·         Assist other tasks as assigned by the Head Coach and staff

Knowledge and Skills Considered Essential for Success:

·         Excellent written and verbal skills

·         Exemplary interpersonal, time management and organizational skills

·         Ability to handle confidential and sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy

·         Keen attention to detail

·         Self-motivated

·         Must have valid driver’s license

·         Must be able to use Microsoft office

·         Ability to lift and move athletics equipment up to 50 pounds.

Required Qualifications:

·         Bachelor’s degree

Compensation:

$1,100 stipend, paid monthly. Scholarship will cover full tuition expenses for two classes per semester. Does not cover course related fees or textbooks. The candidate must have earned a baccalaureate degree and be admitted as a full-time student in any graduate program at Western Kentucky University, effective fall 2026. This position is a two-year commitment, renewed after one year based on satisfactory academic and work-related performance.

Applications for employment will be accepted electronically only. Interested candidates must submit a cover letter, a current resume, and a list of references via email to craig.bere@wku.edu. To ensure full consideration submit application materials by May 1, 2026. Interviews will start thereafter. Anticipated start date August 1, 2026 or as soon as possible after.