Graduate Assistant for Compliance (Spring or Fall 2024)

The position of Graduate Assistant for Compliance is responsible for directly assisting the Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance with all aspects of administrative oversight, education, and monitoring of coaches, staff, and student-athletes as it pertains to NCAA rules and compliance. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to; monitor recruiting and practice logs; assist in oversight of student-athlete initial eligibility certification; perform data entry into NCAA and WIU databases; maintain organization and filing of NCAA, conference, and institutional documents; design, produce, and distribute rules education initiatives as needed; assist at home athletics events, and other duties as assigned. This position requires the ability to work flexible hours.

Graduate assistant positions include a monthly stipend plus tuition (employment is contingent upon proof of admission to the Graduate School). To apply, email cover letter, resume and three professional references to Kristen Rogers, at K-Rogers4@wiu.edu. Review of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Preference will be given to applicants with prior experience in the position applied for. All application materials must be submitted to be considered for the position. All positions require the ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

For more information on Western Illinois University graduate degree programs and the admission process visit http://wiu.edu/graduate_studies/prospective_students/admission_process.php.

Graduate Assistant for Facilities, Events, and Game Operations (Spring or Fall 2024)

The position of Graduate Assistant for Facilities, Events, and Game Operations is responsible for directly assisting the Assistant Athletic Director for Marketing and Game Operations and the Director of Equipment Operations and Facilities with the management of game day and athletics facilities operations. Duties include, but are not limited to; contacting and organizing game day staff, hosting visiting teams and officials, assisting in set-up and tear down of events, assisting with athletics facility scheduling, planning, maintenance and other duties as assigned. This position requires the ability to lift up to 75 lbs. and work flexible hours.

Graduate assistant positions include a monthly stipend plus tuition (employment is contingent upon proof of admission to the Graduate School). To apply email cover letter, resume and three professional references to Kyle Steinacher, at Rk-Steinacher@wiu.edu. Review of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until position is filled. Preference will be given to applicants with prior experience in the position applied for. All application materials must be submitted to be considered for the position. All positions require the ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

For more information on Western Illinois University graduate degree programs and the admission process visit http://wiu.edu/graduate_studies/prospective_students/admission_process.php.

Graduate Assistant for Creative Design (Spring or Fall 2024)

The position of Graduate Assistant for Creative Design is responsible for directly assisting media relations and marketing with design, creation, development, and production of all multimedia projects.  These responsibilities include, but are not limited to; producing, filming, and editing video content, including features, interviews, highlight packages, and commercials for the department website, social media, and video boards. This position is also responsible for the creation of department social media graphics, print materials, and other duties as assigned. This position requires the ability to work flexible hours.

Graduate assistant positions include a monthly stipend plus tuition (employment is contingent upon proof of admission to the Graduate School). To apply email cover letter, resume and three professional references to Kyle Steinacher, at Rk-Steinacher@wiu.edu. Review of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until position is filled. Preference will be given to applicants with prior experience in the position applied for. All application materials must be submitted to be considered for the position. All positions require the ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

For more information on Western Illinois University graduate degree programs and the admission process visit http://wiu.edu/graduate_studies/prospective_students/admission_process.php

Graduate Assistant Golf Coach (Fall 2024)

The Graduate Assistant Golf Coach reports to the Director of Golf and is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in carrying out all activities necessary to accomplish the objectives of both the women's and men's golf programs within the guidelines of the NCAA, The Ohio Valley Conference, and the University. The graduate assistant coach will support by coaching student-athletics, recruiting, monitoring student athlete academic progress, scheduling, managing travel and scholarships and overseeing the discipline, conduct and image of the student-athlete.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in all aspects of the golf program that would include: course instruction, practice planning and preparation, recruitment of qualified student-athletes and scouting.
• Monitor progress for the golf team's academic progress.
• Assist with tournament planning for home tournaments.
• Assist in managerial decision of scheduling, travel arrangements and supervision of student-athletes
• Other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Head C

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Candidate must be accepted into one WIU’s Graduate Programs:
• Qualified candidates must show demonstrated leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience as a college student-athlete competing in golf is required.

Graduate assistant positions include a monthly stipend plus tuition (employment is contingent upon proof of admission to the Graduate School). Qualified applicants can contact: Lia Biehl Lukkarinen Director of Golf – golf@wiu.edu or 217-390-2194 Cell.

For more information on Western Illinois University graduate degree programs and the admission process visit http://wiu.edu/graduate_studies/prospective_students/admission_process.php

About Western Illinois University Athletics

Western Illinois University, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission , serves over 7,500 students at its traditional, residential four-year campus in Macomb, IL and its metropolitan branch campus in Moline, IL. Compliance to state and federal hiring standards is coordinated through WIU's Office of Equal Opportunity & Access. Western Illinois University is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people, including, but not limited to, minorities, veterans, women and individuals with disabilities. WIU has a non-discrimination policy that includes discrimination based on an individual's membership in the following classes: sex, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other classes protected by state or federal law.

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