Graduate Assistant - Men's and Women's Track and Field

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Reporting Relationship(s)

Director of Cross Country and Track and Field

Supervisory Relationships

Job Summary

GRADUATE

ASSISTANTSHIP

OVERVIEW

:

Elmhurst University welcomes applications for a graduate assistantship in the Men’s and Women’s Track and Field program for the 2024-2025 academic year, which is renewable for the 2025-2026 academic year. This is a student position. Interested applicants will need to submit an application for admission into a degree seeking graduate program at elmhurst.edu/graduatestudies<... and be accepted before becoming eligible for consideration for a graduate assistant position that correlates with their area of study.

Graduate assistants at Elmhurst University may be hired for a full tuition waiver based on 20 hours of service per week. Graduate assistants will also receive a stipend while they are working, paid bi-weekly, in support of their continued education. Graduate assistants will participate in their assistantships during the Fall and Spring terms at minimum and may be required to participate during January and/or Summer terms.

Eligible Graduate Programs

: Master of Business Administration, M.A. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Weekly Hours

: 20

Tuition Waiver

: Full

Stipend

: $625 monthly, September-May

Terms

: Fall, January and Spring

Note:

Offers for this position are conditional upon acceptance into one of the above noted graduate programs at Elmhurst University. Graduate students must maintain full-time enrollment in their graduate program in order to maintain a graduate assistantship.

POSITION

SUMMARY

Aides the head coach in planning, organizing, and evaluating all phases of a competitive intercollegiate track and field program. Understands the role of

NCAA

and Division

III

athletics in the educational process and aides in the recruitment of student-athletes, which will reflect and represent the quality of Elmhurst University.

SPECIAL

NOTE

TO

APPLICANTS

Graduate assistants in the athletic department must possess a commitment and responsibility for adhering to all rules and regulations of Elmhurst University, the

CCIW

, and the

NCAA

. They must cooperate with and furnish the

NCAA

, the

CCIW

, and/or Elmhurst University with truthful and complete information concerning involvement in or knowledge of rules violations. Any person who is found in violation of

NCAA

regulations shall be subject to disciplinary or correction actions as set forth in the provisions of the

NCAA

enforcement procedures, including suspension without pay or termination for significant or repeated violations.

Salary Grade

Essential Functions

Aides the head coach in the organization and operation of an effective and competitive track and field program.

Assists the head coach in the coordination of recruitment of student-athletes.

Maintains and updates a sufficient inventory of equipment. Oversees the issuing and collecting of all equipment, uniforms, supplies, and materials.

Coordinates all team travel arrangements for the program.

Attends all pre-season conditioning and non-traditional season practices for the track and field program. Attends and participates in all team planning sessions with coaching staff.

Aides in the planning, organizing, and executing of all in-season practice sessions for track and field.

Conducts on-field coaching during intercollegiate contests as set by the head coach.

Develops and carries out fundraising projects when appropriate.

Works closely with the head coach and Sports Information Director (

SID

) pertaining to all media relations. Provides information for the promotional needs of game programs, team media guides, recruiting brochures and other publications.

Responsible for reporting to the media (

SID

) all scores, statistics, and game results when competing on the road.

Demonstrates a working knowledge of Elmhurst University,

NCAA

,

CCIW

and rules and regulations.

Adheres to

NCAA

Compliance Regulations.

Endorses and supports other sports within the Athletic Department as outlined by the Director of Athletics in roles such as transportation or game management assistance.

Endorses and supports other areas within Student Affairs including attendance at all meetings.

Interacts with all other University constituencies and actively participates in their events.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.

Supports the mission, vision, and values of Elmhurst University.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree.

Familiarity with Division

III

athletics and

NCAA

rules and regulations.

Availability to work during athletic events that are scheduled for evenings or weekends on occasion.

Full acceptance into an Elmhurst University graduate program is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Employee is subject to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions (temperatures varying from below 32 degrees to over 90 degrees) for periods of over one hour, and involves heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly in order to move objects. Must be able to climb stairs and ladders and lift 50 pounds.

Work Hours

To be determined with supervisor.

Posting Date

06/01/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Elmhurst University is a leading four-year institution of higher education that seamlessly blends liberal learning and professional preparation to help students reach their full potential. Founded in 1871, Elmhurst now offers more than 70 undergraduate programs of study, more than 20 graduate and certificate programs in flexible formats, and the Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy for young adults with differing abilities. Elmhurst University is among the top-ranked colleges and universities in the Midwest, according to U.S. News & World Report.

Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce is a critical component of the University’s mission, vision and core values. Our commitment stems from the belief that an institution of higher learning is enriched by the presence of diversity. Elmhurst University is an equal opportunity Employer. Elmhurst University prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Diversity Statement 4. Elmhurst University Graduate Program Acceptance Letter Optional Documents 1. Other Document

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