Graduate Assistant Mens Volleyball Coach (25711)

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Job Details

Job Location

Ottawa University - Ottawa, Kansas - Ottawa, KS

Position Type

Graduate Assistant - Part Time 29 Hours

Travel Percentage

Yes - Driving MVR Required

Job Category

Sports

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Job Details

Job Location

Ottawa University - Ottawa, Kansas - Ottawa, KS

Position Type

Graduate Assistant - Part Time 29 Hours

Travel Percentage

Yes - Driving MVR Required

Job Category

Sports

Description

OUR UNIVERSITY

Ottawa University (established in 1865), one of the oldest private liberal arts universities in the United States, is a multi-campus system serving approximately 4000 students through its campuses in Kansas (Ottawa, Kansas- Residential Campus and Overland Park, Kansas- Adult Programs); Arizona (Surprise Residential Campus and OUAZ Adult Programs); Wisconsin (Brookfield Adult Programs); and our OU ONLINE PROGRAM based out of Overland Park, Kansas.

Ottawa University is a regionally accredited, church-related, private university that strives to integrate faith, learning, and life in the academic experiences of students.

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JOB SUMMARY
The Graduate Assistant Coach assists with the day-to-day management of the athletic team, which requires some night and weekend work. Candidates for the Graduate Assistant Coach should possess a commitment to Christian higher education, utilize servant leadership style of leadership.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND REQUIRED DUTIES OF THE JOB (provide list of items which are essential to effective outcomes in this role):

• Recruit, train and coach members of the athletic program
• Recruit, retain and graduate student-athletes who contribute to the success of the program and vibrancy of campus life
• Fund and friend raising for the advancement of the program
• Provide oversight of student-athletes academic progress toward degree completion
• Assist with any and all administrative duties as assigned
• Insure adherence to the NAIA and rules and regulations including the NAIA Champions of Character 5 core values
• Provide leadership for campus involvement and community service
• Provide Christ-centered leadership and direction for the program

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PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge of and experience in collegiate sports as an athlete and/or staff member.
• Effective communication and motivational skills
• Positive role model for student-athletes, university personnel and members of the off-campus community
• Knowledge of NAIA rules and regulations

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STANDARD UNIVERSITY EXPECTATIONS:

• Model and encourage collaboration among University departments assuring effective communication and operations.
• Understand the University’s policies and, procedures, and exercise good judgment accordingly. Assure that University and student information is managed in a confidential and ethical manner in accordance with the University’s Code of Conduct and Ethics.
• Provide leadership through conduct, attitude, and professionalism. Represent the University to students, external groups, faculty, and staff in a way that reflects positively on the University.
• Be mindful and supportive of the overall Mission of Ottawa University.
• Exercise Inclusivity in your daily actions accruing alignment within expectations of the University’s Mission Statement and Statement of Inclusion, Openness, and Community.

Qualifications

GRADUATE ASSISTANT GENERAL INFORMATION:

The applicant must first be accepted into an Ottawa University graduate program to be eligible to apply for a Graduate Assistant position.Â

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The Employment Application can be found on the Ottawa University website within the Careers Section where University Positions are posted. To complete the application process, the applicant must attach the Graduate Program Acceptance Document which is provided by the University upon acceptance into the program.

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All Graduate Assistants must be eligible to work in the United States and present the proper documentation to the Human Resources Department prior to beginning their graduate assistantship role. These requirements and information are provided to you as a part of your onboarding process through Human Resources.

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Qualifications and requirements are as follows:

1. Earned bachelor’s degree.
2. Accepted to a qualified graduate degree program (see appendix for qualified programs).
3. Any other required criteria established in the position posting.

Applicants must submit the following materials to be considered for employment.

• A completed employment application is required.
• An attached cover letter and resume.

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