MISERICORDIA UNIVERSITY·Dallas, Pennsylvania
Assist the head coach in all facets of the men's basketball program, including recruitment and practice organization. Responsibilities also include game preparation, scouting, and monitoring student-athlete academic progress.
Misericordia University, a member of the NCAA Division III, located in Dallas, PA invites applications for Graduate Assistant Coaching position in Men's Basketball.
The primary responsibility of the position will be to assist the head coach in all facets of the program, including the recruitment of quality student-athletes, organization and planning of practices, game preparation, administrative duties, scouting and monitoring of student-athlete academic progress. Position may include duties as assigned.
A bachelor's degree is required. Previous participation and/or coaching experience are preferred. These positions include tuition remission, a meal plan and a generous stipend.
Applicants may email Leane Pace at lpace@misericordia.edu [lpace@misericordia.edu].
Misericordia University is committed to student, faculty and staff diversity and values the educational benefit this brings to campus. Candidates should indicate any experience and/or leadership that contribute to this goal. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Misericordia University, celebrating its centennial in 2024 and founded by the Sisters of Mercy, offers baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees and is located adjacent to the Pocono Mountains region of Northeastern Pennsylvania, approximately 2 hours from New York City and Philadelphia. The university's approach of combining a quality liberal arts education with professional preparation and service to others has resulted in its wide acclaim.
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A bachelor's degree is required for this position. Previous participation in or coaching experience in basketball is preferred.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, graduate assistant roles in men's basketball are typically limited and can draw candidates with playing or coaching backgrounds. These positions are competitive because programs often look for applicants who can support daily team operations while balancing graduate study, and the listed tuition remission, meal plan, and stipend add to the appeal. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, then tailor your application to highlight basketball experience, leadership, and availability.