Graduate Assistant Baseball Coach (29489)
About The Position
Ottawa University is seeking a Graduate Assistant Baseball Coach to assist with the day-to-day management of the Baseball team. This role requires some night and weekend work and candidates should possess a commitment to Christian higher education and utilize a servant leadership style. The Graduate Assistant will receive a tuition waiver for 18 credit hours per year for one of Ottawa University's graduate programs, a partial meal allowance, and a bi-weekly living stipend paid over 12 months. Renewals for a second year are based on academic performance and quality execution of assigned duties. International candidates are only eligible for the on-campus MBA program and must secure an F1 student visa and meet international admissions criteria.
Requirements
- Must be accepted and enrolled in an Ottawa University graduate program
- Completed online admissions application
- Required application fee
- Submission of official undergraduate transcripts (3.0 GPA – minimum requirement) earned bachelor’s degree
- Submission of a personal statement regarding career goals and three professional references
- Other items as identified by the specific academic program
- Completed employment application
- Attach cover letter and resume
- Eligible to work in the United States and present proper documentation
Nice To Haves
- 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
Responsibilities
- Recruit, train and coach members of the Baseball program
- Background in hitting, base running with heavy emphasis in infield play
- 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 Baseball program
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Tuition waiver (18 credit hours per year)
- Partial meal allowance
- Bi-weekly living stipend paid over 12 months
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
