Graduate Assistant - Golf/Event Management

Job Title: Graduate Assistant - Golf/ Event Management

Department: Athletics (Men's and Women's Golf/ Event Management)

Reports to: Head Golf Coach/ Assistant Director of Athletics- Athletics Marketing

Status: Part-Time, Non-Benefit Eligible

Location: Lisle Campus

Rate: Stipend, up to $7200.00 based on the start date of assigned period

Position Summary: This position is responsible for assisting the men's and women's golf programs with the recruitment and retention of student-athletes while working to ensure the best student experience possible for the members of the Benedictine University Golf Programs. Will also assist with home athletic events during the winter and spring months.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Assist the golf program with the identification and successful recruitment of qualified student athletes to help place the program in a position of competitive leadership in the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference.

2. Responsible for coaching and mentoring student-athletes as well as assisting with coaching in all traditional and non-traditional segments that will place the program in a position of competitive leadership in the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference.

3. Responsible for assisting the head coach, program, and university personnel with the retention of student athletes. This includes social and academic support, meeting regularly with the members of your assigned position group to monitor their academic progress to ensure players are investing the time and effort required to be successful in the classroom.

4. Assist in working with Sports Information/ Game Day staff on home winter and spring athletic events.

Other Functions:

1. Develop relationships within Benedictine University and the University community.

2. Attend departmental and University related meetings and events.

3. Maintain a positive student athlete assessment for program from student athletes.

4. Work in coordination with University offices and departments to coordinate and facilitate University events.

5. Maintain positive relationships with alumni, parents, students, officials, volunteers and fans.

6. Serve on University, conference and national committees as needed.

7. Positively promote Benedictine University and the Department of Athletics on campus and in the community.