Generic - Graduate Assistant Athletics

Shorter University is a Christ centered University affiliated with the Georgia Baptist Mission Board and requires employees to be committed Christians. All employees are expected to sign and adhere to the Personal Lifestyle Statement prior to hire. The Personal Lifestyle Statement, as well as the Statement of Faith and Biblical Principles on the Integration of Faith and Learning, are located at http://www.shorter.edu/wp-content/uploads/personal_lifestyle_statement.pdf , http://www.shorter.edu/wp-content/uploads/statement_of_faith.pdf,  and http://www.shorter.edu/wp-content/uploads/faith_integration.pdf .

Shorter University located in Rome, GA is a small Christian University with 1300 undergrad students. We are transitioning to NCAA Division II and a member of the Gulf South Conference. Please visit our web site for more information at www.shorter.edu

The Athletic Graduate Assistant at Shorter University is responsible for assisting the head coach with the overall administration, recruitment, scheduling, travel planning, team and player development, and academic integrity of the sports program. The Athletic Graduate Assistant must understand the dynamics of a small university setting and have the ability to take on several tasks outside the coaching arena toward the success of the Athletic Department as a whole.

Requirements

1. Previous collegiate, club or high school coaching experience required, collegiate coaching experience preferred. Collegiate playing experience preferred.  A four-year degree from an accredited college or university is required.

2. Responsible for administering a NCAA competitive program while working within the dynamics of budgeting, scheduling, travel and equipment maintenance.

3. Must have strong team and player development. Works closely with recruiting players and develops positive relationships with coaches to build sportsmanship and winning attitudes through Christian mentoring and discipleship. Will communicate effectively, have excellent time management practices, and uphold positive player discipline.

4. Academic integrity. Works with student athletes and assists them in their academic goals towards graduation. Builds player retention and motivates players who strive for student-athlete success in the classroom. Works with faculty to build positive relationships among coaches and students. Closely monitors grades and assists student athletes by developing a system for classroom success.

5. Possess a well-rounded knowledge of coaching with a competitive background of success. Able to motivate and develop a “winning attitude” among players and staff.

6. Recruiting experience for a unique Christian University. Integrates faith and learning while following the mission, vision and Strategic Objectives. Represents the Shorter University community positively.

7. Builds relationships that aid in the development of traditional Christian values. Representing the University on the field and in the community by building character and good citizenship.

8. An understanding and willingness to perform other duties within the department as assigned by the Head Coach or Athletic Director.

Skills

1. Strong player/student recruiting experience.

2. Ability to find the best Christian student-athletes to represent all areas of Shorter’s Christ-centered education and high academic standards.

3. Computer skills in word processing, video editing, social media. Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

4. Strong discipline skills and consistency with communication & structure required.

5. Develops healthy relationships across the university with players, students, coaches, faculty and staff.

6. An understanding and willingness to perform other duties within the department as assigned by the Athletic Director.

Shorter University is a Christ centered University affiliated with the Georgia Baptist Mission Board and requires employees to be committed Christians.

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