JOB DESCRIPTION: Graduate Assistant Coach for Golf + Athletic Administration
DEPARTMENT: Division of Athletics
REPORTS TO: Head Golf Coach/Director of Athletics
JOB SUMMARY:
Nichols College, a member of the NCAA Division III, located in Dudley, MA (Central MA) invites applications for a Graduate Assistant Golf Coach (men + women) / Athletic Administration.
A bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university is required. Candidates would need to apply to the Nichols College Graduate Program. This position includes a stipend and begins in August 2025.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in meeting recruitment goals established by the Division of Athletics and Head Coach.
- Assist the Head Coach in planning and executing practices.
- Assist in match and practice day set-up.
- Attend all practices and matches.
- Support current student-athlete academic success.
- Manage social media platforms.
- Serve as the travel coordinator (meals and travel operations).
- Engage with Athletic Communications staff for events, match days, etc.
- Help with equipment/uniform inventory, distribution, and collection.
- Assist with fundraising and alumni outreach.
- Be an active member of the Division of Athletics (attend meetings, scheduled campus events, etc.).
- Work the fitness room desk while in and out of season 2 days week
- Assist Athletic Administration with projects and gameday events.
- Attain driving certification with the College.
BENEFITS:
- Stipend
- Graduate tuition waiver
- On-campus housing with application
- Use of the fitness center
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EDUCATION REQUIRED:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred with experience in collegiate athletics.
- Genuine understanding and commitment to NCAA Division III intercollegiate athletics philosophy.
- Solid knowledge and technical skills for the sport of golf.
- Must have strong leadership and people skills, plus an ability to work with all campus constituencies.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, able to handle a multi-task work environment.
- Computer proficiency.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
- Light lifting.
- Ability to work extended hours, including evenings, weekends, during winter and spring breaks.
- Start date August 2025
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- CPR/AED and First Aid certification
- Coaching experience
