What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graduate Assistant, Men's Lacrosse position at Mercyhurst University?
Company Description
Mercyhurst University, located in Erie, Pennsylvania, is a fully accredited, four-year Catholic institution founded in 1926 by the Sisters of Mercy. Recognized as a top-tier university by U.S. News & World Report, Mercyhurst offers over 100 undergraduate programs and concentrations, in addition to a variety of adult and master's degree programs. Serving a diverse student body of more than 3,000 individuals, the university provides a vibrant educational experience on its picturesque residential campus and through online programs. Mercyhurst emphasizes academic excellence, service, and community engagement.
Role Description
Mercyhurst University places a special emphasis on the teaching component of coaching positions. Participation in sport at Mercyhurst builds on the important lesson’s students learn in the classroom. Mercyhurst views athletics as an extension and important part of the education and teaching mission of the University. Studentathletes are learning teamwork, ethics, discipline, and skill sets that will enhance their ability to succeed after leaving the University. The “teaching” of one’s sport and the related lessons that accompany participation in athletics are the primary and central functions of each coaching position at Mercyhurst University. Compensation: The stipend is $7,500 (10-months) in addition to a 65% tuition remission for eligible programs OR a 100% tuition remission for Organizational Leadership. The student must maintain satisfactory academic progress: 3.0 GPA at a 75% completion rate.
Qualifications
- Recruit, train, and coach members of the lacrosse program.
- Promote academic excellence, integrity, and graduation. Monitor academic progress, academic meetings, class scheduling and attendance.
- Coordinate team travel for competitions to include van or bus itineraries, lodging, and meals.
- Plan, promote, and conduct camps, clinics, and/or lessons.
- Assist in fundraising efforts.
- Develop meaningful relationships with prospective, current, and former student athletes.
- Represent Mercyhurst University and the lacrosse program in a professional manner.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.