Graduate Assistant in Sports Performance and Nutrition, Athletics and Recreation, Full Time

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Athletics and Recreation

Marywood University, a Division III member of the Atlantic East Conference (AEC) is currently seeking candidates for Graduate Assistant in Sports Performance and Nutrition for the 2024 – 2025 academic year. The Graduate Assistant in Sports Performance and Nutrition will assist in achieving Marywood University’s strategic initiative to grow recruitment and retention within the Athletics and Recreation Department and greater Marywood University community.
● Develop sport-specific, comprehensive nutrition programs.
● Regularly meet with Coaches and individual student-athletes about nutrition and dietary needs
● Provide outside consultation to the campus community as requested by the Vice President for the Student Experience
● Oversee specific teams as assigned by the Director of Sports Performance.
● Oversee nutrition education for teams working with the campus food service provider.
● Coordinate with “Pacers on the Go” nutritional service with campus, teams, and student-athletes.
● Adhere to all Marywood, Atlantic East, and NCAA guidelines and provide student-athletes with an exceptional collegiate experience while competing for championships.
● Employ effective communication skills to establish relationships and conduct work at a high level with a wide range of constituents (coaches, student-athletes, administrators, etc.).
● Other duties as assigned.

Sample of position responsibilities:
● Complete coursework toward your Master’s degree while getting hands on job experience
● Assist Coordinator of Sports Performance in creating programming;
● Assist in community service through coordination of team and Department service projects.
● Participate in monthly Athletic Department and building staff meetings

Athletics and Recreation

Marywood University, a Division III member of the Atlantic East Conference (AEC) is currently seeking candidates for Graduate Assistant in Sports Performance and Nutrition for the 2024 – 2025 academic year. The Graduate Assistant in Sports Performance and Nutrition will assist in achieving Marywood University’s strategic initiative to grow recruitment and retention within the Athletics and Recreation Department and greater Marywood University community.
● Develop sport-specific, comprehensive nutrition programs.
● Regularly meet with Coaches and individual student-athletes about nutrition and dietary needs
● Provide outside consultation to the campus community as requested by the Vice President for the Student Experience
● Oversee specific teams as assigned by the Director of Sports Performance.
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● Oversee nutrition education for teams working with the campus food service provider.
● Coordinate with “Pacers on the Go” nutritional service with campus, teams, and student-athletes.
● Adhere to all Marywood, Atlantic East, and NCAA guidelines and provide student-athletes with an exceptional collegiate experience while competing for championships.
● Employ effective communication skills to establish relationships and conduct work at a high level with a wide range of constituents (coaches, student-athletes, administrators, etc.).
● Other duties as assigned.

Sample of position responsibilities:
● Complete coursework toward your Master’s degree while getting hands on job experience
● Assist Coordinator of Sports Performance in creating programming;
● Assist in community service through coordination of team and Department service projects.
● Participate in monthly Athletic Department and building staff meetings
● Act as game manager for various athletic events
● Work directly with other departments such as Marketing, Admissions, Student Engagement, Advancement, Campus Ministry and others.

Position Requirements:
● Must apply and be accepted into one Marywood University’s Master’s Degree programs
● Knowledge of collegiate athletics or sports management background preferred
● Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science, Nutrition, or related field preferred
● Must have availability to work nights and weekends
● Communication, organizational, and time management skills
● Proficiency in Gmail, Google Suite, Microsoft Office/Excel, Zoom/Google Meet
● Have a valid driver’s license

If you would like to apply for a position, first login into your Marywood student Gmail, and then submit a 2024-2025 Graduate Assistantship Application. You may list up to 3 positions you are interested in.