Graduate Assistant – Eastern Illinois University
Institution: Eastern Illinois University
Location: Charleston, IL
Salary: $11,000
Job Description
Eastern Illinois University is seeking graduate candidates for a Graduate Assistant position with the Track & Field/Cross Country program beginning August 1, 2025.
Opportunities and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Working in collaboration with EIU coaching staff in all aspects of the TF/CC program
- Identify and recruit qualified student-athletes to EIU
- Assist in coordinating recruiting activities and meetings on campus
- Heavily involved in day-to-day and long term operations planning for the TF/CC program
- Responsible for attending all practices and competitions
- Home meet management
- Abide by all written policies, procedures, and guidelines of Eastern Illinois University, the Department of Athletics, Ohio Valley Conference, and NCAA
- Coaching duties will be assigned based on area(s) of expertise (if applicable)
- Other duties as assigned
Please send resume and cover letter to Director of TF/CC James Gildon ([email protected]). Application review will begin immediately and will remain open until filled. Contact Coach Gildon for any further information.
Two-year program. Contract runs August 1st through May 31st (10 months). Includes tuition waiver and $1100/month stipend. Waiver does not cover fees.
Previous collegiate TF/CC and/or Operations experience are highly preferred.
Offer is contingent upon acceptance into EIU Graduate School and full admission into a Master’s program.
Job Categories
NCAA Division I, Graduate Assistant, Cross Country, Track and Field
How to Apply
Email
[email protected]
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