Misericordia University, a member of the NCAA Division III, located in Dallas, PA (Northeastern. Pennsylvania) invites applications for a Graduate Assistant Position in Men’s and Women’s Swimming.
The primary responsibility will be to assist the head coach in all facets of the program, including the recruitment of quality student-athletes, organization and planning practices, game preparation, administrative duties, and scouting and monitoring of student-athlete academic progress.
A bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university is required. Previous participation and/or coaching experience are preferred along with a valid driver’s license. This position includes tuition remission, meal plan, and a generous stipend.
For consideration, please forward a cover letter, resume, and email or phone numbers of three references via the application link for this posting or to Leane Pace at [email protected].
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 the position is filled.
Misericordia University will celebrate its one-hundred-year anniversary in 2024. Founded by the Sisters of Mercy, offering baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral degrees, MU is located adjacent to the Pocono Mountains region of Northeastern Pennsylvania and approximately two hours from New York City and Philadelphia. The university’s approach of combining a quality liberal arts education with professional preparation and service leadership has resulted in its wide regional acclaim. You can check out our website at www.misericordia.edu.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university
- Previous participation and/or coaching experience
- Valid driver’s license
What We Do
Misericordia University prepares students and working professionals for meaningful careers and lives of purpose. Rooted in the Catholic Mercy tradition, the university combines academic excellence, practical experience, and personalized support to help learners achieve their educational and professional goals. With undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, online, hybrid, and workforce-focused programs, Misericordia serves traditional students, adult learners, and employers seeking talent development in high-demand fields. Areas of strength include healthcare, rehabilitation sciences, nursing, business, education, natural sciences, and public service. Students benefit from small classes, close faculty mentorship, experiential learning, clinical partnerships, internships, research opportunities, and the university's Guaranteed Placement Program. For more than a century, Misericordia has prepared graduates to lead with competence, compassion, integrity, and a commitment to service.
