WIU Athletics 6 GAs – Macomb, IL

Position Summary
Western Illinois University Athletics is seeking multiple Graduate Assistants for the 2026–27 academic year across several functional areas: Student-Athlete Success & Support (2), Athletic Communications (1), Compliance (2), External Relations (1), and Facilities, Events & Game Operations (1). These part-time assistantships provide hands-on experience in NCAA Division I athletics within the Ohio Valley Conference. Positions include a monthly stipend plus tuition and require admission to the WIU Graduate School. All roles require flexible availability, including nights and weekends.

Company Summary
Western Illinois University sponsors 18 NCAA Division I sports and emphasizes academic achievement, competitive success, and operational excellence. The athletics department provides graduate assistants with meaningful responsibility across academic support, communications, compliance, development, ticketing, and event operations.

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Requirements (All Positions)

• Admission to WIU Graduate School
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Preferred prior experience in relevant functional area

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Responsibilities by Area

Student-Athlete Success & Support (2 Positions)

• Mentor academically at-risk student-athletes
• Monitor eligibility and academic progress
• Supervise study hall and coordinate tutoring
• Assist with home athletic events

Athletic Communications (1 Position)

• Serve assigned sports with communications strategy
• Manage statistics, website updates, and social media
• Write press releases and game notes
• Submit conference and national honors

Compliance (2 Positions)

• Monitor recruiting and practice logs
• Assist with eligibility certification and NCAA reporting
• Maintain compliance documentation and education initiatives
• Support home athletic events

External Relations (1 Position)

• Assist with donor engagement and development plans
• Support ticket sales strategy and account management
• Coordinate donor events and game-day operations
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Facilities, Events & Game Operations (1 Position)

• Coordinate game-day staff and visiting teams
• Assist with facility scheduling and maintenance
• Support event setup and breakdown
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

https://ncaamarket.ncaa.org/jobs/22006014/multiple-graduate-assistant-positions