Graduate Assistant, Cross Country/Track & Field

Frederick, Maryland • Frederick, MD

27d

About The Position

Under the general direction of the cross country and track head coach, the cross country/track & field graduate assistant will assist in recruiting qualified student-athletes, instruct and develop the student-athletes, prepare for meets, and assist in community involvement. Instruction should include, but not limited to the rules, strategies and techniques related to practice and competition. Essential Duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Coaching, Instruction, and Team Administration (60%) Assist the head coach in organizing and conducting practices during the traditional season (as defined by the National Collegiate Athletic Association) for the sport. Non-traditional (or out-of-season) season practices may be required; Assist the head coach to serve as the representative of the department at the College during team travel for in- and out-of-season competition; Assist the head coach in the management of operational budget issues; participate in uniform and equipment purchase process; help plan and coordinate team travel under the supervision of the Director of Athletics; help develop and implement fundraising strategies; Assist the head coach in the programming in several event areas with a preference for experience with (sprints, throws, and jumps); Assist the head coach in completing in- and out-of-season scheduling for the program. Work within NCAA guidelines regarding the start of the season, dates of competition, and end of the season; Represent the Department of Athletics at all on-campus admissions open houses and/or other predetermined events; Other duties as assigned by the head coach. Recruiting (30%) Assist the head coach in developing a recruiting strategy to achieve recruiting goals as pre-approved by the Director of Athletics; Work with the office of admission to recruit qualified prospective student-athletes, both freshmen and transfers to Hood College; included are off-campus contacts and evaluations, as well as serving as College representative during on-campus prospect visits. Site Management (10%) Represent the Department of Athletics at selected home athletic events. Qualifications We seek a candidate who values diversity, equity and inclusion in all that they do. Candidates must have strong organizational skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively with partners across campus in support of Hood College’s mission as a student-centered, liberal arts institution. To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Proven integrity, leadership, and a thorough knowledge of cross country and track & field are required. Candidate should possess a strong commitment and ability to motivate, teach, counsel, and recruit academically qualified student-athletes. Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license.

Requirements

• Candidates must have strong organizational skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively with partners across campus in support of Hood College’s mission as a student-centered, liberal arts institution.
• Proven integrity, leadership, and a thorough knowledge of cross country and track & field are required.
• Candidate should possess a strong commitment and ability to motivate, teach, counsel, and recruit academically qualified student-athletes.
• Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Bachelor’s Degree and proven successful coaching, with 2-3 years experience preferred, preferably at the collegiate level or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience are required.
• Full acceptance into one of Hood’s graduate programs is required.
• Must maintain a 3.00 cumulative GPA.
• Proficient in MS Office tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), e-mail, and the Internet.
• Ability to learn new applications quickly including organization-wide information systems and department-specific software applications.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively provide information and positively respond to questions from both external and internal customers both in person and by phone.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Proficient with statistical and financial concepts.
• Must have the ability to apply those concepts to tracking, projections, goal setting, and interpreting reports.
• Must be able to draw conclusions from reports and make cost-effective decisions regarding programs.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with several concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a group in developing and executing project plans.
• Ability to work in the theoretical arena and apply logic as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of NCAA Division III rules and regulations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting qualified student-athletes
• Instruct and develop the student-athletes
• Prepare for meets
• Assist in community involvement
• Assist the head coach in organizing and conducting practices during the traditional season (as defined by the National Collegiate Athletic Association) for the sport.
• Non-traditional (or out-of-season) season practices may be required
• Assist the head coach to serve as the representative of the department at the College during team travel for in- and out-of-season competition
• Assist the head coach in the management of operational budget issues
• Participate in uniform and equipment purchase process
• Help plan and coordinate team travel under the supervision of the Director of Athletics
• Help develop and implement fundraising strategies
• Assist the head coach in the programming in several event areas with a preference for experience with (sprints, throws, and jumps)
• Assist the head coach in completing in- and out-of-season scheduling for the program.
• Work within NCAA guidelines regarding the start of the season, dates of competition, and end of the season
• Represent the Department of Athletics at all on-campus admissions open houses and/or other predetermined events
• Other duties as assigned by the head coach
• Assist the head coach in developing a recruiting strategy to achieve recruiting goals as pre-approved by the Director of Athletics
• Work with the office of admission to recruit qualified prospective student-athletes, both freshmen and transfers to Hood College; included are off-campus contacts and evaluations, as well as serving as College representative during on-campus prospect visits
• Represent the Department of Athletics at selected home athletic events

Benefits

• The compensation for Athletic Graduate Assistants consists of a $3,000 annual stipend, a tuition waiver for up to 18 credits per year, campus housing, and a meal plan.
• This temporary position is not benefits-eligible except for paid Maryland sick leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level