Graduate Assistant - Athletic Training

Shorter College, Inc.•Rome, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Shorter University is a Christ centered University affiliated with the Georgia Baptist Mission Board and requires employees to be committed Christians. All employees are expected to sign and adhere to the Personal Lifestyle Statement prior to hire. The Personal Lifestyle Statement , as well as the Statement of Faith and Biblical Principles on the Integration of Faith and Learning , are located at http://www.shorter.edu/wp-content/uploads/personal_lifestyle_statement.pdf , http://www.shorter.edu/wp-content/uploads/statement_of_faith.pdf , and http://www.shorter.edu/wp-content/uploads/faith_integration.pdf . GRADUATE ASSISTANTS – ATHLETIC TRAINING Athletic Training positions will allow the Graduate Assistants to provide individual sport coverage throughout a multisport experience, as well as assist the Staff Athletic Trainers in providing medical coverage for 20 intercollegiate varsity sports. Duties include but are not limited to: Care and prevention of athletic injuries, travel with assigned teams, medical documentation, doctor coordination, and help with the daily operation and maintenance of the athletic training facility, and other duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer. The successful candidate will possess a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and resilience to a fluid work schedule. These positions are intended to be a two-year multi-sport experience (renewal upon evaluation after the first year). Compensation includes full tuition waiver and monthly stipend. Possible degree options include MBA, MBA emphasis in Sports Management, Master of Management or Master of Accountancy. Shorter University is an NCAA Division II institution competing in the Gulf South Conference. We are located in beautiful Rome, GA approximately 70 miles northwest of Atlanta. Shorter University is a Christ-centered University affiliated with the Georgia Baptist Mission Board and requires employees to be committed Christians. Transforming Lives through Christ