LOCATION: Cornerstone University, Grand Rapids, MI
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Carries out all aspects of the program necessary to accomplish the objectives of the sport within the university, the athletic department, WHAC and NAIA contexts
Assists with the recruitment and retention of highly skilled student-athletes
Orients and enforces student-athletesĺ adherence to the policies and regulations of the university and athletic department
Assists with coordination of all travel arrangements
Prepares and conducts practices
Administers the off-season training program
Provides special training for individual team members as required
Seeks to build relationships of influence with team members that positively impacts their spiritual and personal growth as followers of Jesus Christ
Other duties may be assigned
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:
High School Diploma required, Bachelorĺs Degree preferred with successful experience in coaching and/or playing
Good organizational, communication and coordination skill essential
Ability to work well under deadlines and high pressure situations
Ability to recruit student-athletes with potential for academic and athletic success
Represent Cornerstone University in a Christ-like, professional manner to many different internal and external constituencies, consistently exhibits enthusiasm toward the institution
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and an active Christian commitment.
A theology and Christian worldview that supports the values and mission of Cornerstone University evidenced by an ability to affirm and sign the universityĺs doctrinal statement, ôThe Cornerstone Confession.ö
Enthusiastically embrace the Cornerstone University Identity, Mission and Vision statements.
Physical requirements include the ability to navigate our physical campus, use computers, and occasionally lift up to 35 pounds.
SALARY AND START DATE:
Start Date: As soon as possible. Review of candidates will begin immediately. You will be contacted if you are selected for an interview.
Salary: The stipend paid for this part-time role will be discussed with interview candidates. Please note that part-time assistant coaches are not eligible for benefits.
ABOUT CORNERSTONE UNIVERSITY:
Cornerstone University is a vibrant interdenominational evangelical university that prepares students for lives of global influence in an academically rigorous, spiritually rich educational community. It is located minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, a dynamic city in Western Michigan that offers a wealth of outdoor and cultural activities. Learn more about Cornerstone at www.cornerstone.edu.