Graduate Assistant

Job Description Summary and Purpose:The Graduate Assistant – Athletic Administration at Aquinas College plays a critical support role withinthe broader athletics department, gaining exposure to the operational, academic, and strategic aspects ofcollege athletics. This position has the capacity to assist with game day operations, compliance, strengthand conditioning, internal operations, athletic communications, and department-wide initiatives thatensure a quality student-athlete experience. Working closely with athletics leadership and support staff,the Graduate Assistant will develop essential skills in project management, and student services whilecontributing meaningfully to the College's mission of leadership and service. Enrollment in the Master ofManagement (MM) program is required, and the successful candidate will be a proactive, detail-orientedteam player who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.Responsibilities/Duties/Tasks/Essential Functions:? Assist with game day operations, including event setup, supervision, and breakdown to ensure aseamless experience for teams, officials, and spectators.? Support internal athletic department operations, including inventory tracking, scheduling, andadministrative coordination.? Work closely with the compliance officer to maintain up-to-date eligibility documentation andensure adherence to NAIA, WHAC, additional conference and institutional policies.? Assist in athletic communications by contributing to website updates, social media content, andstudent-athlete recognition efforts.? Collaborate with academic support staff to monitor student-athlete academic performance andprovide resources for academic success.? Contribute to department-wide projects such as strategic planning, policy development, andannual reporting.? Participate in planning and executing special events, including awards banquets, welcome events,and leadership programming.? Develop and refine skills in project management, data organization, and interdepartmentalcollaboration.? Represent the athletics department at campus and community functions as needed.? Complete other duties as assigned by athletics leadership to support department goals andstudent-athlete success.Knowledge, Skills and Education Requirements? Bachelor's degree required.? Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects.? Excellent written and verbal communication skills.? Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace; experience with athletic softwarepreferred (e.g., compliance, statistics, CMS).? Attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality, particularly in handling student records andcompliance matters.? Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team and maintain professionalism in a fast-pacedenvironment.? Availability to work evenings, weekends, and during athletic events.Work Environment & Physical Demands? Primary work in office and event settings; requires sitting, standing, and walking throughout theday.? Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive as needed.? Occasional lifting and moving of equipment or event materials (up to 50 lbs).? Use of standard office technology (computer, phone, printer).? Regular evening and weekend hours for game day support and departmental events.? May involve limited travel for conferences or professional development.MISSION, VISION, VALUES:Aquinas College, an inclusive educational community rooted in the Catholic and Dominican traditions,provides a liberal arts education with a global perspective, emphasizes career preparation focused onleadership and service to others, and fosters a commitment to lifelong learning dedicated to the pursuitof truth and the common good.Aquinas College is recognized as the exceptional Catholic liberal arts college that prepares individualsfor careers of leadership and service in developing a sustainable and just global community. AquinasCollege is recognized by its values: Faith, Service, Learning and Community.Aquinas College prides itself as a leader in sustainability, and this requires the participation of everymember of the college community. In this regard, employees and their supervisors are expected toengage in the process of "appreciative inquiry" to identify ways that each position can advancesustainability in the employment experience.In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to theAquinas College Service Statement:The College serves our community with excellence and respect through an institutional commitmentto quality, accountability, cooperation, professionalism and responsiveness.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:Aquinas College is an equal opportunity employer and an inclusive educational community rooted in theCatholic Dominican tradition. Aquinas College provides a liberal arts education with a globalperspective, emphasizes career preparation focused on leadership and service to others, and fosters acommitment to lifelong learning dedicated to the pursuit of truth and the common good. AquinasCollege values: Faith, Learning, Service and Community.Aquinas College offers an excellent benefits package that includes affordable medical, dental,and vision plans, generous paid vacation each year, 16 paid holidays, paid sick time andshort-term disability, and college-paid life and AD&D insurance. Additionally, Aquinasemployees and their dependents are eligible for free tuition at Aquinas after one year of full-timeemployment.