Graduate Assistant Coach (Basketball)
About The Position
Vermont State University is seeking qualified candidates for a Graduate Assistant Coach position in Athletics. Graduate Assistant Coaches support the success, development, and experience of student athletes on and off the field. Appointments are typically structured as two one-year appointments and are contingent upon satisfactory academic progress, job performance, program needs, and University approval. The position includes tuition remission for up to 18 graduate credits, on-campus housing, and a $5,000 stipend. Graduate tuition benefits exceeding the annual non-taxable threshold of $5,250 are treated as taxable income under current IRS regulations, with any resulting tax liability the graduate assistant’s responsibility. Graduate Assistants must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and good sportsmanship, and foster those expectations among student athletes. Compliance with NCAA, conference, and University regulations is required. Appointment may be terminated for deliberate or serious violations of NCAA regulations or University policies. The scheduled workload is 20 hours per week.
Requirements
- Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and good sportsmanship, and foster those expectations among student athletes.
- Adhere to NCAA, conference, and University regulations.
- Maintain satisfactory academic progress and job performance.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the coordination and supervision of practices and contests.
- Support recruitment activities for prospective student athletes.
- Coordinate team travel and meals.
- Assist with eligibility procedures and compliance requirements.
- Support athletic communications and sports information functions.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Tuition remission for up to 18 graduate credits
- On-campus housing
- $5,000 stipend
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
