Graduate Assistant – Athletics (Wrestling)

Position Summary

The Graduate Assistant Coach will assist the Head Coach in all aspects of operating a successful NCAA Division II program, including recruiting, practice planning, game preparation, and administrative duties. This position also emphasizes the holistic development of student-athletes in alignment with the University's mission.

Primary Responsibilities

• Aid in daily practice planning, organization, and on-field/court/mat coaching
• Identify, evaluate, and recruit prospective student-athletes in accordance with NCAA regulations
• Support game-day operations, including scouting reports and film breakdown
• Maintain student-athlete academic progress and promote academic success
• Aid in team travel coordination and logistics
• Contribute to strength & conditioning and player development programs
• Engage in fundraising, alumni relations, and community outreach initiatives
• Perform administrative duties as assigned by the Head Coach and Athletics Department

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• Acceptance into a graduate program at Coker University
• Previous playing and/or coaching experience at the collegiate level preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Commitment to NCAA compliance and student-athlete development
• Ability to utilize AI in a positive manner
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required

Benefits

Coker's standards of service and excellence to the campus and community is an institutional priority for the university. We pride ourselves in our customer service, communication, and availability to our stakeholders and employees through efficient response times, detailed information, and professionalism.

Pay

N/A

Schedule

N/A

Skills

None specified

Requirements

None specified

Application

To apply, please upload all documents, resume, cover letter, references and writing examples to https://coker.isolvedhire.com/iframe/mobile/. A review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

University Standard Service and Excellence Expectations

Coker's standards of service and excellence to the campus and community is an institutional priority for the university. We pride ourselves in our customer service, communication, and availability to our stakeholders and employees through efficient response times, detailed information, and professionalism. Being part of Coker University means committing to our Culture of COBRAS. We believe in showing up for students and colleagues with care, openness, bold ideas, and a drive to be remarkable and adaptable-always striking at the opportunity to be better Coker University readies undergraduates for personal and professional success through a distinctive four-year program that emphasizes a practical application of the liberal arts as well as hands-on and discussion-based learning within and beyond the classroom. Located in Hartsville, SC, Coker is within two hours of the cultural, financial and recreational resources of Charlotte, Columbia, Charleston and Myrtle Beach.