Southwestern Oklahoma State University·Weatherford, Oklahoma
The Graduate Assistant will support the Head Softball Coach with daily program operations, including recruiting, practice assistance, and travel. Responsibilities also encompass film analysis, field maintenance, and administrative tasks to support the team.
Graduate Assistant - Softball Job Title Graduate Assistant - Softball Department Athletics Posting Number req739 Description of Job Duties Job Summary: The SWOSU Softball Graduate Assistant will assist the Head Softball Coach in the day-to-day operations of the SWOSU Softball Program.
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to recruiting, assisting in practice, traveling, competition preparation, fundraising, study hall supervision, administrative duties, and working together with the head coach in all aspects of the program.
Description of Job Duties: Assist with coaching Recruiting a designated area Film breakdown and analysis Field maintenance Travel is required Other duties as assigned Terms of Employment: Employment at will Part-time, temporary Reports to Softball Head Coach Safety and job-related trainings will be completed as instructed Eligible to receive a tuition waiver and stipend each semester A Graduate Assistant should be working at a level higher than an undergraduate student employee.
For example: teaching/instructing on or off the field as assigned, critiquing/grading work/skills, etc.
Education and Experience Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree completed Admission to Graduate Study degree program at SWOSU Working in field of study Anticipated Start Date 8/17/2026 Location Weatherford Employment Type Exempt
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and be admitted to a graduate study program at SWOSU. The role requires the ability to work at a level higher than an undergraduate student, including teaching and skill evaluation.
Market context
In Oklahoma, graduate assistant softball positions are typically limited and can draw interest from candidates with playing, coaching, and teaching experience. These roles are competitive because they require a bachelor’s degree, admission to a graduate program at SWOSU, and the ability to teach and evaluate skills at a higher level than an undergraduate assistant. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your graduate admission status and prepare examples of coaching, instruction, or skill-development experience before applying.