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Graduate Assistant - Softball

CompanyShorter College, Inc.
LocationRome
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 30, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Graduate Assistant will support the head coach by assisting in practice planning and execution, helping with the recruitment and evaluation of prospective student-athletes, and overseeing study hall hours to maintain academic standing. They will also manage administrative tasks such as practice logs, travel arrangements, and scouting reports.
Internship Type
students
Company Size
77
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
24 hours
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About The Company
Shorter College is a higher education company based out of 232 Shorter Ave NW, Rome, Georgia, United States.
About the Role

Shorter University is a Christ centered University affiliated with the Georgia Baptist Mission Board and requires employees to be committed Christians. All employees are expected to sign and adhere to the Personal Lifestyle Statement prior to hire. The Personal Lifestyle Statement, as well as the Statement of Faith and Biblical Principles on the Integration of Faith and Learning, are located at http://www.shorter.edu/wp-content/uploads/personal_lifestyle_statement.pdf , http://www.shorter.edu/wp-content/uploads/statement_of_faith.pdf,  and http://www.shorter.edu/wp-content/uploads/faith_integration.pdf

  

  

Shorter University Softball Graduate Assistant


Shorter University, a NCAA Division II institution which competes in Conference Carolinas, is currently accepting applicants for the position of Graduate Assistant to the Softball program. The position is designed to provide the chosen applicant with valuable and practical experience in coaching at the collegiate level. Potential candidates must have a strong desire to pursue a career in coaching. All activities shall be conducted within the policies and resource framework of the University, the Athletics Department, Conference Carolinas, and the NCAA.

Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Assist the head coach in planning and running practices

• Help recruit/ evaluate potential student athletes

• Oversee study hall hours and help athletes maintain good academic standing

• Help with miscellaneous tasks: practice hour logs, travel plans, scouting reports, etc.

 

Required Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and admission to one of our graduate programs
  • Previous experience in high school or collegiate softball as a coach and/ or player
  • Candidates must be U.S. citizens.
  • GA’s are expected to make a minimum 16 to 24-month work commitment to Shorter, depending on the master's program and number of hours allowed each semester. Class hours taken in the summer require an on-campus work commitment of at least 10-15 hours per week of class.
  • Shorter University is a Christ-centered University affiliated with the Georgia Baptist Mission Board and requires employees to be committed Christians.

 

Master’s degree options: MBA, MBA emphasis in Sports Management, or Master of Management. 


  • In exchange for hours worked for the team, the successful candidate will be given free tuition for graduate courses subject to the Graduate Assistantship Guidelines of the University. 
  • GA’s are responsible for expenses for books and fees.

 

Location: Rome, Georgia

Start Date: Fall Semester

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Transforming Lives Through Christ


Key Skills
CoachingRecruitingEvaluating Student AthletesAcademic MonitoringPractice PlanningTravel PlanningScouting ReportsNCAA Compliance
Categories
Sports & RecreationEducation