JOB DESCRIPTION

PRINCIPIA COLLEGE                                                                     Position Description

Elsah, Illinois                                                                          

Title: Graduate Assistant

Department/Location:  Hay Field House/Elsah

Organizational Relationships:  Reports to Athletics Facilities and Events Manager

Summary: The Head Strength and Conditioning Coach works in close association with other sport coaches to develop systematic training programs for both teams and individual athletes to increase their athletic performance in specific sports. This is accomplished by developing the strength, speed, flexibility, or endurance, of student-athletes depending on the needs or the requirements of the sport. This work includes teaching proper lifting techniques, supervising and motivating athletes as they work out, and assessing their performance. 9-month, part-time position.

The purpose of the graduate assistant program is two-fold: 1. To assist with athletic department needs with the emphasis being to enhance the current student-athlete experience. 2. To develop the skills and knowledge of the graduate assistant in the field of sport management, as well as coaching through direct application. Part-time, 9-month position.

Work Performed - Essential Duties: 

• Seasonal Assistant Coaching if needed and where appropriate and based on skill set (up to 12 hours/week)
• GA Position works to enhance the student-athlete experience per the needs of the athletics department in the following ways:
• Provides 28 hours of committed time to GA position:
  1. Facilities and Events Management (12-20 hours/week or as needed)
  2. Special Projects (0-4 hours/week)
  3. Student-Athlete Leadership Initiative Liaison (0-2 hours/week)
  4. Sports Information Director Assistance (0-4 hours/week)
  5. Administrative Assistance (0-2 hours/week)
  6. Community Outreach (0-2 hours/week)
• Seasonal Assistant Coach, if applicable (4:30-6:30 x 5 days/week for maximum of 12 hours for competition/practice)
• Meets with Facilities Manager on a weekly basis to prep for week
• Meets with AD two times/semester for feedback 
• Enrolls in graduate program no later than the beginning of term of starting date

Special Requirements:

• Willingness to work nights and weekends
• Ability and desire to obtain graduate degree in the field of sports

To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives
• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Accepts feedback from others
• Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position                            

Minimum Qualifications:  

• Active (or pending) membership in the First Church of Christ, Scientist and/or in a Journal-listed branch church or society of the First Church of Christ, Scientist
• Christian Science class instruction preferred, but not required 
• Bachelor’s degree; 3.0 GPA in major course work
• Proven ability in at least one area of collegiate athletics

* The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed but are not to be a complete list of responsibilities and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.