Volleyball Graduate Assistant

Bowling Green, Kentucky, Western Kentucky University, Department of Athletics, is seeking applications for  Volleyball Graduate Assistant . This position reports to the Volleyball 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.

Assist with coaching responsibilities during practice sessions and workouts.
Plan and supervise training plans for student-athletes under the supervision of staff.
Attend coaches’ meetings and implement strategies resulting from those meetings
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 home game and tournament operations.
Assist with team travel planning and meals.
Assist with team equipment inventory, ordering and issue. 
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 and staff

Knowledge and Skills Considered Essential for Success:

Excellent written and verbal skills
Exemplary interpersonal, time management and organizational skills
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy 
Keen attention to detail 
Self-motivated
Must have valid driver’s license
Must be able to use Microsoft office
Ability to lift and move athletics equipment up to 50 pounds.

 
Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree

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 baccalaureate degree and be admitted as a full-time student in any graduate program at Western Kentucky University, effective fall 2026. This position is a two-year commitment, renewed after one year based on satisfactory academic and work-related performance.
Applications for employment will be accepted electronically only. Interested candidates must submit a cover letter, a current resume, and a list of references via email to [email protected] . To ensure full consideration submit application materials by May 1, 2026. Interviews will start thereafter. Anticipated start date August 1, 2026 or as soon as possible after.