Athletic Dept Graduate Assistant at Cleary University

Howell, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

NAIA Compliance, Facility Management, Sports Information, Marketing, Game Operations, Event Coordination, Social Media Promotion, Interpersonal Communication, Organizational Skills, Multi-tasking, Problem Solving, Administrative Processes

Industry

Description

ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT GRADUATE ASSISTANT JOB SUMMARY: The Athletic Department Graduate Assistant will assist the athletic department administration with the daily operational tasks. The Graduate Assistant will be involved in every aspect of the athletic department, including, but not limited to, compliance, facility management, sports information, marketing, game operations, business aspects and other areas assigned by the athletic administration. JOB DUTIES: 1. Responsible for assisting in the planning, directing, and evaluating all aspects and facets of a successful program at the NAIA level. 2. Supporting the Assistant Athletic Director with all aspects of NAIA compliance. 3. Assisting the Athletic Department Business Coordinator with daily tasks as needed. 4. Aiding the Sports Information Director with taking stats, preparing news releases and feature articles for the Cougars Website, and documenting special athletic events. 5. Coordinate set up, take down and supervision of all intercollegiate events. 6. Reach out to visiting teams prior to competition and inform them of our event plan and details such as athletic trainer services, event location, protocols, locker room availability, parking, etc. 7. Act as liaison for all visiting teams, and serve as game day host 8. Facilitating athletic department community service and fundraising events. 9. Provide game updates and promote Cleary University through various social media platforms. 10. Providing support to all coaches when necessary. 11. Oversee administrative processes and procedures as assigned. 12. Serve as a leader, mentor, and role-model to the student-athletes of the athletic department. 13. Any other duties assigned by the Athletic Administration. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Bachelor’s degree required and be accepted into the Cleary University graduate program. 2. Candidate must be enrolled in at least one graduate class per session (three credits) and remain in good academic standing (3.0 or higher GPA). 3. The Graduate Assistant will receive a 75% graduate tuition scholarship provided the above standard and requirements are met. 4. Previous experience as a student-athlete or employment within a collegiate athletic department. 5. Ability to frequently work weekends and nights. 6. Strong organizational skills with an ability to effectively multi-task are essential. 7. Excellent oral and written communication skills, computer literacy and strong interpersonal skills to work with various college constituencies. 8. The ability to work a flexible and irregular schedule. 9. Works well as a team member or independently. 10. Excels in prioritizing multiple tasks with attention to detail, problem solving and follow-through to consistently meet expectations and deadlines. 11. Ability to work with students and diverse constituencies. 12. A positive attitude and an understanding of the importance of being open-minded and flexible. 13. Travel is necessary with a valid driver’s license required. 14. Ability to successfully pass a background check also required.

Responsibilities

The Graduate Assistant supports the athletic department administration in daily operations, including compliance, facility management, and game day coordination. They also handle sports information, marketing, and serve as a liaison for visiting teams.