Graduate Assistant – Wrestling Program
Location: Carl Albert State College/Northeastern State University, Tahlequah, OK
Position Type: 2-Year Graduate Assistantship
Start Date: August 2025

Carl Albert State college in collaboration with Northeastern State University is seeking qualified candidates for a Graduate Assistant position within the Wrestling Program. This is a two-year appointment designed for individuals pursuing graduate studies at NSU while gaining hands-on experience in all aspects of a collegiate athletic program at Carl Albert State College.

Responsibilities:

The Graduate Assistant will support the Head Coach and athletic department staff in a variety of areas, including but not limited to:

• Assisting with daily operations of the wrestling program
• Organizing and conducting team and individual practices
• Participating in recruiting efforts, including evaluation and communication with prospective student-athletes
• Supporting marketing and social media initiatives
• Assisting with the planning and execution of summer wrestling camps and clinics
• Monitoring the academic progress of student-athletes
• Game day preparation and management
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and/or Director of Athletics
• Maintaining compliance with NJCAA and institutional policies and procedures

Compensation: ( 20 hour work week)

• Full tuition waiver for graduate studies at Northeastern State University
• Semester stipend ($3,000.00 per semester)
• On-campus room and board at Carl Albert State College (Housing availability is limited; family and married housing is not available. Couples accepted into the GA program may share accommodations.)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (required)
• Admission into a graduate program at Northeastern State University by August 2025
• Collegiate wrestling experience required
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
• Passion for coaching, mentoring student-athletes, and contributing to the growth of the program

Interested applicants should prepare a résumé, cover letter, and list of references at employment@carlalbert.edu. Additional application instructions will be provided upon request or during the NSU graduate program admission process.