Graduate Assistant for Women's Soccer

Graduate Assistant for Women’s Soccer

POSITION: Graduate Assistant for Women’s Soccer

SUPERVISOR: Head Women’s Soccer Coach

DEPARTMENT:  Athletics – Women’s Soccer

LOCATION: Tiffin University, Tiffin, OH

Tiffin University is a coeducational private institution located in Tiffin, Ohio. Tiffin is a NCAA Division II institution competing in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference. Tiffin University is seeking a Graduate Assistant for the Women's Soccer program. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are passionate about soccer and coaching and who wish to pursue a graduate degree while gaining hands-on experience in a collegiate athletic setting. The Graduate Assistant will support the Head Coach in various aspects of the Women's Soccer program, including training, game preparation, recruiting, and administrative duties.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in daily practice sessions, including drills, exercises, and game preparation.
• Help with video analysis and scouting of opponents.
• Provide support in recruiting efforts, including communication with prospective student-athletes.
• Attend and support team events, games, and competitions as assigned.
• Assist with academic support and mentoring of student-athletes.
• Handle administrative tasks such as organizing team schedules, travel arrangements, and equipment management.
• Contribute to social media and marketing efforts to promote the Women's Soccer program.
• Help maintain a positive team culture and uphold the values of Tiffin University Athletics.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Strong background in soccer, preferably at the collegiate or competitive club level.
• Prior coaching or assistant coaching experience is a plus, but not required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well with student-athletes, coaching staff, and university personnel.
• Must be admitted or in the process of being admitted to a graduate program at Tiffin University.
• A valid driver’s license and the ability to travel for games and recruiting events.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Stipend: A competitive stipend will be provided.
• Graduate Tuition: Full or partial tuition remission for graduate courses.
• Additional Benefits: Access to athletic facilities, professional development opportunities, and other perks associated with being part of the Tiffin University Athletic Department.

KEY COMPETENCIES

Interdependence: Fosters collaboration

Communication: Strong decision-making and communication skills

Accountability: Formulates effective and progressive strategies aligned with the University's mission and values

Respect: Creates an engaging, collaborative work environment by bringing diverse people and ideas together.

Entrepreneurship: Influences and Inspires

EMBRACING OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES

VISION STATEMENT – The vision for Tiffin University is to become A premier university for challenging students to enhance their global competencies and 21st-century skills for success in a diverse world.

MISSION STATEMENT – The mission of Tiffin University is to Educate students by linking knowledge to professional practice.

CORE VALUES – The values of Interdependence, Communication, Accountability, Respect, and Entrepreneurship comprise the ICARE values of Tiffin University.

We are firmly committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity. These values are central to our beliefs. Candidates who have worked with diverse faculty, staff, and students and can contribute to our mission of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their experiences and interests. Tiffin University actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workforce. We are dedicated to providing educational, working, and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people.

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY: Tiffin University is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for employees, applicant for employment, students or applicant for admission, access to educational opportunities on the basis of race, religion, personal appearance, color, sex, pregnancy, political affiliation, social-economic class, place of business, residence, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, family responsibilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status (including special disabled veteran, Vietnam-era veteran, or recently separated veteran), predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law, including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any resolution process on campus or within the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or other human rights agencies. 

Tiffin University is an Equal Opportunity Employer