Graduate Assistant, Track & Field (Two Positions)

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Job Location

Painesville, OH

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REPORTS TO:Â HEAD COACH, TRACK & FIELD

STATUS: PART-TIME, EXEMPT

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Lake Erie College, located in Painesville, OH, invites applications for the position of Graduate Assistant, Track & Field. This is a 10-month appointment, each year, for two consecutive years, pending successful evaluation at the end of year one. The Graduate Assistant, Track & Field is responsible for duties as assigned by the Head Coach, Track & Field and will manage a secondary responsibility as defined.

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Job Details

Job Location

Painesville, OH

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REPORTS TO:Â HEAD COACH, TRACK & FIELD

STATUS: PART-TIME, EXEMPT

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Lake Erie College, located in Painesville, OH, invites applications for the position of Graduate Assistant, Track & Field. This is a 10-month appointment, each year, for two consecutive years, pending successful evaluation at the end of year one. The Graduate Assistant, Track & Field is responsible for duties as assigned by the Head Coach, Track & Field and will manage a secondary responsibility as defined.

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

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• Serves as recruiter for the sport of track & field and cross country, identifying and evaluating potential students with that interest and organizing their recruitment in conjunction with the Office of Admission.
• Assists with organization of all aspects of the program, including coaching and management of facility, practice, and team operations.
• Helps execute team fundraising efforts, including participation in camps and clinics.
• Handles uniform and equipment maintenance and inventory.
• Assists with student-athlete study table coverage and coordination.
• Projects and promotes an inclusive education with the highest standards, where student-athletes are empowered to leave lives of personal significance and professional success as global citizens.
• Acts as an ambassador of the College and conducts oneself in a positive manner to heighten the awareness of the institution to all of its constituents.
• Operates within the mission of the College and athletics department to ensure a full NCAA DII student-athlete experience.
• Follows all institutional, GMAC and NCAA regulations regarding track & field and cross country and athletics in general.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends and to travel for team practices, competition, and scouting.
• Assists with transportation of team in vans or bus, upon approval.
• Follows all terms and conditions per the Policy for Graduate Assistants.
• Follows all terms and conditions per the Policy for Graduate Assistants.
• Other duties as assigned by Head Coach, Track & Field or Director of Athletics.

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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY COMPETENCIES:

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• Bachelor’s degree in physical education, sports management, or related field preferred.
• Acceptance into a Lake Erie College graduate program required.Â
• Knowledge and skill in using integrated software systems and Microsoft applications.
• Knowledge of intercollegiate athletics, rules and regulations of athletic associations and conferences.Â
• Valid driver’s license and approval for driving through the Business Office.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Committed to confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity.
• Strong organization skills with ability to attend to details.
• Ability to work independently on assigned projects and initiatives.
• Growth and “doer” mindset and institutional teamwork ethic.
• Creative, strategic, thoughtful, and has a sense of humor.

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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

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Qualified applicants will have the availability to work evenings and weekends, possess a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.

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All members of the department of athletics are responsible for knowing and following all institutional, Conference and NCAA regulations regarding recruiting and operations of the program. If regulations are not followed and result in a violation, employees are expected to self-report the violation to the compliance office or to the director of athletics. Additionally, employees must understand that those who knowingly violate, conceal, or attempt to cover up violations of NCAA rules shall be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

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