Graduate Assistant Women's Soccer
Des Moines, IA - USA
Job Summary
Grand View (Des Moines IA): Grand View University Athletics Department is accepting applications for a Womens Soccer - Graduate Assistant position (tuition waiver stipend) starting Fall 2026 semester.
SUPERVISED BY: Head Coach & Assistant Coach
Selected Candidate will receive valuable hands-on coaching experience in all aspects of coaching as well as the opportunity to learn and grow in the sport of Soccer.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist Womens Soccer staff in all aspects of training. Be an example to student athletes in professional conduct sportsmanship teamwork and academic excellence.
- Attend all games and training dates.
- Manage Soccer Equipment
- Support the academic success of reserve players to ensure eligibility retention and graduation.
- Assist in program logistics including transportation travel meals transportation inventory and lodging. Obrain and distribute parking passes for off-campus players on away games.
- Helping to set up the field on game days and tearing it down
- Keep Athletic Trainers and other coaching staff updated with observed injuries or fatigue.
- Assist in scheduling and recruiting
- Assist in marketing and branding efforts including social media
- Video recruiting analysis and recruiting duties as assigned
- Fostering and building good mentor relations with players.
- Promote a positive and disciplined team culture that aligns with Grand View University values and university standards.
- Wear practice and game attire appropriate for coaching staff.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Head Coach and Assistant Coach
In Season (August - December)
- Assist Womens Soccer Coaching Staff in preparation for pre-season team camp
- Prepare soccer equipment for variety and reserve teams practices
- Manage the Varsity Reserve program
- Designing and implementing specific practice sessions
- Evaluate and meet with each reserve team player
Off Season (January May)
- Work through recruiting lists
- Assist with Winter and Summer Camps
All applicants must apply through our online application system.
A pre-employment background check is required.
Qualifications
- Candidates must hold a BA/BS degree. Degrees in Sports Management Coaching Kinesiology Exercise Science or related field are preferred
- Collegiate playing and/or coaching experience preferred
- CPR First Aid and AED certification required
- Must complete NAIA Coaching Modules
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Good character & communication skills self-motivation and leadership skills are essential.
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- The ideal candidate will have a strong desire to be a collegiate coach and will possess a strong work ethic high character values attention to detail sense of urgency and a willingness to learn and grow
- Skills and proficiency with Microsoft Excel Teambuildr Hudl is preferred
Required Experience:
Junior IC