DeSales University
Location
Center Valley, Pennsylvania
The Graduate Assistant Golf Coach assists the head coach with practice, planning, and game preparation. They are also responsible for recruiting and other duties as assigned by the head coach.
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree, collegiate playing experience, and acceptance into a DeSales University graduate program. A valid driver's license with a clean driving record is also required.
Graduate assistant: GOLF
DeSales University, in Center Valley, PA, is a private, coeducational, four-year liberal arts Salesian, Catholic university, under the leadership of the Oblates of Saint Francis de Sales. Founded in 1965, the 550-acre suburban campus is located 50 miles north of Philadelphia and about 90 miles southwest of New York City. A total enrollment of nearly 3,500 includes undergraduate day and evening students, and graduate students. DeSales has approximately 135 full-time faculty members and offers more than 40 bachelor's degrees, twelve graduate programs, and over 20 certificate programs in a wide range of disciplines; many of these can be completed fully online.
In 2024, the University transitioned to a new academic structure featuring a four-college/school model, which includes the Kathleen Waterbury and J.B. Reilly School of Business; a College of Arts, Education, and Humanities with a School of Education and a School of Performing Arts; a College of Sciences; and a College of Healthcare Professions with a designated School of Nursing. For further information, visit www.desales.edu. EOE
DeSales University is an NCAA Division III member. The Graduate Assistant Golf Coach will be responsible for assisting the head coach in practice, planning, game preparation, recruiting responsibilities and other duties as assigned. This appointment is renewable for up to two years. Compensation includes full tuition remission, up to 18 credits per academic year, a stipend, housing (if available), and on-campus mail plan while undergraduate classes are in session. This appointment starts August 1, 2026.
DeSales University is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled
Market context
In Pennsylvania, graduate assistant golf positions are typically limited and can draw candidates with strong collegiate playing backgrounds and coaching interest. These roles are competitive because they combine athletic experience, graduate program admission, and practical requirements like a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your graduate program eligibility and prepare a concise coaching and playing background for your application.