Graduate Assistant - Women''s Volleyball (Mesa)

Position: Graduate Assistant - Women''s Volleyball (Mesa)

Department: Athletics

Reports to: Head Coach, Women''s Volleyball

Classification: Part-Time, Non-Benefit Eligible, 2-year maximum duration

Location: Mesa

Rate: $7200 Stipend amount paid is pro-rated based on the assignment

Position Summary: This position is responsible for assisting the women's indoor volleyball and beach volleyball program with the recruitment and

retention of student-athletes while working to ensure the best student experience possible for the members of the Benedictine University Volleyball Team.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Assist the Indoor and Beach programs with the identification and successful recruitment of qualified student athletes to help place the program

in a position of competitive leadership in the GSAC (Great Southwest Athletic Conference).

2. Responsible for coaching and mentoring student-athletes as well as assisting with game and practice plans, and coaching in all traditional and non-traditional segments

that will place the program in a position of competitive leadership in the GSAC (Great Southwest Athletic 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 student athletes to monitor their academic progress to ensure players are investing time and effort required to be successful in the classroom.

4. Provide instruction in technique and safety procedures in adherence with NAIA regulations and Sports Performance expectations in the declared playing and

practice seasons.

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.