The Graduate Program in Higher Education is offering graduate assistantships on the Messiah University campus as well as at several partner institutions. Graduate assistants will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience working on a college or university campus while pursuing either a Master of Arts in Intercollegiate Athletic Leadership degree or a Master of Arts in Higher Education degree through Messiah. The priority deadline to apply is February 15, 2022. Numerous coaching positions are available such as Baseball, Men’s Basketball, and Women’s Volleyball. Under the supervision of the head coach, the graduate assistant will perform duties related to the athletic program and serve as an active member of the coaching staff. These are two-year, 20 hours/week, appointments not to exceed 800 hours/year. Commitment runs from approximately August 6th – May 25th each of the two years. Education required: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required; acceptance into one of the graduate degrees (Master of Arts in Intercollegiate Athletic Leadership or the Master of Arts in Higher Education) at Messiah University is required. Special working conditions: Occasional weekend and evening hours as priorities demand. Christian faith commitment required.

Information on available positions and the application can be found here: https://www.messiah.edu/GApositions.

For questions about the application process or for information about the program, please contact Dr. Dottie Weigel, program director, at dweigel@messiah.edu.