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How much do softball graduate assistant jobs pay per month?

As of May 28, 2026, the average monthly pay for softball graduate assistant in the United States is $3,701.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $2,875.00 and $4,333.33 per month, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Softball Graduate Assistant job?

A Softball Graduate Assistant (GA) is a position for graduate students who assist a college or university's softball program while pursuing their degree. Responsibilities typically include coaching, recruiting, practice planning, game-day operations, and administrative tasks. GAs help develop players, support the head and assistant coaches, and contribute to the overall success of the team. In return, they often receive tuition assistance, a stipend, or other benefits. This role provides valuable coaching experience for those looking to pursue a career in athletics.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Softball Graduate Assistant position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Softball Graduate Assistant, you typically need knowledge of softball fundamentals, prior playing or coaching experience, and enrollment in a graduate program. Familiarity with video analysis software, recruiting databases, compliance tracking systems, and sometimes first aid certification is important. Strong communication, leadership, organization, and teamwork skills help you manage responsibilities both on the field and in administrative tasks. These abilities ensure you can effectively support coaching staff, mentor athletes, and contribute to the overall success of the softball program.

What types of responsibilities can I expect as a Softball Graduate Assistant beyond on-field coaching?

As a Softball Graduate Assistant, your responsibilities often extend beyond assisting with practices and games to include administrative duties such as managing equipment, coordinating travel arrangements, assisting with recruitment, and maintaining compliance paperwork. You may also help with video breakdowns, organize team events, and support academic monitoring of student-athletes. These varied tasks provide valuable experience in program operations and allow you to develop skills that are highly regarded in collegiate athletics. This broad exposure is especially beneficial if you aim to pursue a long-term coaching or athletic administration career.
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Infographic showing various Softball Graduate Assistant job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, 52% Part Time, 6% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $44,423 per year, or $21.4 per hour.
Graduate Assistant, Softball

Graduate Assistant, Softball

Lake Erie College

Painesville, OH โ€ข On-site

Other

Posted 2 hours ago


Job description

REPORTS TO: HEAD COACH, SOFTBALL
STATUS: PART-TIME, EXEMPT
Lake Erie College, located in Painesville, OH, invites applications for the position of Graduate Assistant, Softball. Lake Erie College is an NCAA Division II program that competes in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference (GMAC). The graduate assistant is responsible for duties as assigned by the Head Coach and will manage a secondary responsibility as defined. This is a 10-month appointment, each year, for two consecutive years, pending successful evaluation at the end of year one.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Serves as recruiter for the sport of softball, identifying and evaluating potential students with that interest and organizing their recruitment in conjunction with the Office of Admissions.
  • Assists with organization of all aspects of the program, including coaching and management of facility, practice and team operations.
  • Helps execute team fundraising efforts, including participation in camps and clinics.
  • Handles uniform and equipment maintenance and inventory.
  • Assists with student-athlete study table coverage and coordination.
  • Projects and promotes an inclusive education with the highest standards, where student-athletes are empowered to leave lives of personal significance and professional success as global citizens.
  • Acts as an ambassador of the college and conducts oneself in a positive manner to heighten the awareness of the institution to all of its constituents.
  • Operates within the mission of the college and athletics department to ensure a full NCAA DII student-athlete experience.
  • Follows all terms and conditions per the Policy for Graduate Assistants.
  • Other duties as assigned by Head Coach, Softball or Director of Athletics.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY COMPETENCIES:
  • Bachelor's degree in physical education, sports management or related field preferred.
  • Acceptance into a Lake Erie College graduate program required.
  • Knowledge and skill in using integrated software systems and Microsoft applications.
  • Knowledge of intercollegiate athletics, rules and regulations of athletic associations and conferences. Collegiate playing experience preferred.
  • Knowledge and skill in using integrated software systems and Microsoft applications.
  • Valid driver's license and approval for driving through the Business Office.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
  • Committed to confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity.
  • Strong organization skills with ability to attend to details.
  • Ability to work independently on assigned projects and initiatives.
  • Growth and "doer" mindset and institutional teamwork ethic.
  • Creative, strategic, thoughtful, and has a sense of humor.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Qualified applicants will have the availability to work evenings and weekends, possess a valid driver's license and insurable driving record and have the ability to travel for team practices, competition and recruiting.
All members of the department of athletics are responsible for knowing and following all institutional, Conference and NCAA regulations regarding recruiting and operations of the program. If regulations are not followed and result in a violation, employees are expected to self-report the violation to the compliance office or to the director of athletics. Additionally, employees must understand that those who knowingly violate, conceal, or attempt to cover up violations of NCAA rules shall be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.