Softball Graduate Assistant

Employing Office:  Intercollegiate Athletics - Softball

Job Title:  Softball Graduate Assistant

Type of Graduate Assistant Position:  RAII

Number of Vacancies for this Position:  1

Hours per Week:  20

Term:  Academic Year

Eligible Program Applicants (Applicants will preferably be from one of the following graduate programs): 

• Sport Management or similar

Qualifications/Preferred Skills: 

• Acceptance to a BGSU graduate program
• Experience within collegiate softball preferred

Position Description:  The Graduate Assistant for Softball supports the head coach and coaching staff in all aspects of the collegiate softball program. Responsibilities include assisting with daily practice planning and execution, player development, recruiting coordination, game preparation, travel logistics, equipment management, and video analysis. The GA also helps ensure compliance with university, conference, and NCAA rules, contributes to the academic and personal development of student-athletes, and promotes a positive team culture. This position provides valuable hands-on experience in coaching, athletics administration, and program management while pursuing a graduate degree. 

Tasks and Duties:

• Skill Instruction:  Leading specific position groups (e.g., outfielders, catchers) or assisting the hitting/pitching coaches during cage work and bullpen sessions. 
• Practice Execution:  Setting up equipment (nets, machines, tees), hitting fungoes, and throwing front-toss or batting practice.
• Scouting & Film:  Tagging game film using software like Synergy and working on opponent scouting reports.
• Bench Management:  Charting pitches, tracking quality at-bats (QABs), or managing dugout energy and communication during game.
• Travel Coordination:  Organizing team meals, assisting with hotel check-ins, and managing "luggage logic" for road trips.
• Equipment Management:  Inventory tracking, distributing team gear, and ensuring all equipment is accounted for during away games. 
• Social Media/Marketing:  Assist in managing the team’s Instagram or X (Twitter) accounts to highlight player achievements and game updates. 
• Visit Coordination:  Helping organize "Junior Days" or official visits, including campus tours and setting up meeting rooms.
• Database Management:  Maintaining the recruiting database (e.g., ARMS or Front Rush) and ensuring coach evaluations are filed correctly. 
• Camp Logistics:  Serving as a primary coordinator for summer and winter prospect camps.

Application Process:  Applicants wishing to apply for this Graduate Assistant position must: 1) be admitted or accepted for admission as a full-time student in a graduate program at BGSU; and 2) remain in academic good standing to maintain the position.

Required Application Materials:  Resume and cover letter

Send Application Materials to:  miclgar@bgsu.edu

Application Due Date:  August 1, 2026