Daemen University·Town of Amherst, New York
The Graduate Assistant will support the Men's Soccer program with travel, recruiting, administration, and coaching duties. Additionally, the role involves assisting with event operations and facility management for a minimum of 5 hours per week.
Daemen University is a dynamic, independent, liberal arts institution committed to excellence in student centered learning.
The University places special emphasis on preparing students for excellence in professional life, civic engagement, and on instilling and understanding that learning is an exciting lifelong journey.
Students are encouraged to be creative, innovative, ethically minded leaders for an ever-changing, diverse, and interconnected world.
The Mission of Daemen University is to prepare students for life and leadership in an increasingly diverse and complex world through the integration of education and professional preparation.
Daemen University is going beyond instrumental needs to foster the development of individuals who are dedicated to the health and well-being of local and global communities.
About This Opportunity This position will work with the Men's Soccer program.
Under the supervision of the Head Coach, Men's Soccer the position will help support all aspects of the program including travel, recruiting, administration, and coaching/mentoring.
The selected applicant will receive a tuition waiver for up to 18 graduate credits for the 2026-2027 academic calendar year (August 1, 2026 - May 31, 2027).
The applicant will be responsible for the costs of any fees and books associated with the program.
On campus, shared housing may be offered, if space is available.
This position may be renewed for the next academic year, conditional upon satisfactory performance, availability of funds, adherence to employment protocols and remaining in good academic standing.
The selected person will be required to work a minimum of 20 hours per week during the term of appointment.
The individual selected for the position may also be expected to cover a minimum of 5 hours of responsibilities assigned in event operations, facility management, and any other duties as assigned.
Tuition waiver for up to 18 credits per academic year.
The applicant must be enrolled in a graduate program and maintain good academic standing. The position requires a minimum commitment of 20 hours per week.
Market context
Graduate assistant men’s soccer positions in New York are typically competitive because they combine coaching support with the need to stay enrolled and in good academic standing. Roles like this often attract candidates with playing, training, or team operations experience, and the tuition waiver and on-campus housing can make the overall package especially relevant for graduate students. Review the original posting carefully, since the requirements and benefits shown here are AI-summarized from the source job description to save research time.