Western Kentucky University, Department of Athletics, is seeking applications for Men’s Golf Graduate Assistant beginning January 15, 2025. This position reports to the Men’s Golf 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.

• Coach and assist practice sessions, workouts, and athletic events
• Plan and supervise training plans for student-athletes under the supervision of staff.
• Be available to domestically travel for recruiting and communicate with PSAs
• Assist in official/unofficial visits on campus
• 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 team travel planning and meals.
• Assist with team equipment inventory, ordering and issue.
• Assist with team analytics and practice planning.
• 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

Knowledge and Skills Considered Essential for Success:

• Strong desire to pursue a career in collegiate coaching
• Desire to develop players golf games and in skills off the course as well
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Exemplary interpersonal, time management and organizational skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Self-motivated
• Must have valid driver’s license
• Must be able to use Microsoft office

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 bachelor’s degree and be admitted as a full-time student in any graduate program at Western Kentucky University, effective Fall 2025.

Applications for employment will be accepted electronically only. Interested candidates must submit a cover letter, a current resume, list of references via email to Austin.King@wku.edu. To ensure full consideration submit application materials by June 15, 2025.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Played collegiate golf at some level
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends
• Acceptance into a graduate program at Western Kentucky University
• Must have a 3.0 cumulative GPA in undergraduate studies

About Western Kentucky University

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is a student-centered, applied-research institution committed to providing its students with a transformative academic and social experience and to elevating its surrounding communities. Founded in 1906, WKU is the second largest undergraduate institution in the Commonwealth of Kentucky with approximately 17,500 students (32% first generation, 18% underrepresented minority) and nearly 2,900 faculty and staff employees.Western Kentucky University is committed to empowering its campus community to embrace diversity by building equitable and inclusive learning, working, and living environments. At the heart of our mission, we seek to provide holistic education and employment experiences that prepare students, faculty, and staff to become effective scholars, contributors, and leaders in our diverse and evolving communities.Located 65 miles north of Nashville, TN, and just over 100 miles south of Louisville, KY, WKU's main campus is in Bowling Green, KY - a city with approximately 70,000 residents. With an ethnically and diverse population, more than 85 languages are spoken in and around Bowling Green, and people from 35 nationalities call our community... home.Western Kentucky University seeks to attract talented faculty and staff who are inspired individually to contribute to WKU's strategic plans and ongoing success. We offer comprehensive wellness and health benefits to employees and their families, including domestic partners and other qualified dependents and take pride in providing a workplace culture that supports balancing the responsibilities of work and family life. Paid-time off for holidays, vacation and sick leave, and a tuition discount program for employees and dependents are also provided. Learn more about WKU and Bowling Green at wku.edu/about.

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