Graduate Assistant - Athletics

Job Type: Graduate Assistant
Job Number: 00464
Location: Westerville, OH
Division: Student Affairs

DESCRIPTION

Otterbein University in partnership with Antioch University Graduate School seeks highly motivated and eager Graduate Teaching Assistants in multiple Athletic programs for the 2026-27 academic year.

Otterbein University, an NCAA Division III institution, competing in the Ohio Athletic Conference. Located in Westerville, OH, Otterbein is a liberal arts institution with a highly competitive athletic history. This is a 10-month position with a full tuition waiver, stipend valued up to $6,000 (less applicable taxes), a meal plan, and potential housing support available. This position is eligible for a Spring semester start as a 5-month position with a full tuition waiver, stipend valued up to $3,000 (less applicable taxes), a meal plan and potential housing support available.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Graduate Teaching Assistant is a ten-month position starting Summer 2026, and is renewable for a second year (two years total). A spring semester 2027 start is possible. The second year appointment is contingent upon successful completion of GA duties and responsibilities. All GA's must adhere to their graduate program requirements including maintaining a minimum 3.0 GPA and must be enrolled in graduate coursework in each semester of the appointment with Otterbein University or Antioch University. Working nights and weekends is a must and minimal travel may be required.

Available position(s):

Coaching: The primary responsibility will be to assist the head coach in all facets of the program, including the recruitment of student-athletes, organization and planning of practices, game preparation, administrative duties, scouting and monitoring of student-athlete academic progress.

• Position available in the following program(s): Football, XC/Track & Field, Softball, Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball, Athletic Communications, Men's Lacrosse, and Women's Wrestling.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree
• Acceptance into a graduate program with Otterbein University or an on-line or low residency Graduate program with Antioch University:
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Science in Allied Health (MSAH), Master of Athletic Training (MSAT), Master of Arts Teaching (MAT), Master of Art in Education (MAE), Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) Ohio
• Must live locally while classes are in session
• A valid driver license; Must complete Otterbein Driving certification.
• Previous participation and/or coaching experience in college athletics preferred

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

To Apply: Qualified candidates must complete an on-line application, including a cover letter, resume and three references. Please indicate which position you are applying for on the application. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position(s) is filled.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind of level of difficulty.

Otterbein University's achievement of academic excellence depends on its commitment to inclusion and belonging. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Otterbein University is an EEO Employer.