Graduate Assistant - Men's Basketball 2023-24

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Graduate Assistant - Men's Basketball 2023-24

Location

Alpine

Department

Athletic Basketball Men

Job No.

Posting Date

07/11/2023

End Date

Until Filled

Yes

Appointment Date

Salary

$1,000-1,250 monthly based on completed credit hours

Required

Must apply and be accepted in one of many graduate programs at Sul Ross State University.Bachelors Degree in kinesiology or physical education, or applicable degree.Have previous collegiate basketball experience either playing or coaching. Standard office machines; computer skills.

Preferred

Collegiate Level Coaching and/or Playing Experience. Personnel Management & Supervision. Valid Drivers License.

Primary Responsibilities

SummaryFunction: Provide assistance to all aspects of the men’s basketball program at Sul Ross State University to insure a competitive and successful program, following all NCAA Division III, American Southwest Conference and university rules and regulations.Scope: Coordinate with coaching staff all aspects associated with running a competitive NCAA Division III basketball program Duties Ability to balance graduate course work and basketballAssist coaching staff in on court practice dutiesAbility to assistant student athletes with on court workouts, rebounding, and chalk talkAssist coaching staff in monitoring student-athletes academic performance. Emphasis on graduation rates and academic progress.Monitor all workouts to ensure student-athlete safetyBe knowledgeable of, and abide by, all university, NCAA Division III, and conference policiesAssist in recruiting and retaining high quality student-athletesCorrespond with prospects using a variety of communication channels; including written, in person contact, phone and visits.Support student-athlete academic and athletic excellence, leadership development, team development and community service.Ability to assist coaching staff with day to day operationsAbility to be flexible and work long hoursOrder and maintain all equipment necessaryComfortable using Microsoft, Synergy, Hudl, and other softwareStay current with developments in the professionMaintain NCAA ComplianceOther Duties as assignedKnowledge, skills & abilitiesClear knowledge of the sport(s) of basketball; ability to develop a competitive program.Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, student-athletes and alumniExcellent oral and written communication skillsStrong recruiting and coaching skillsAbility to collaborate and communicate with a wide variety of students, parents, alumni, faculty, departmental staff, administration and the community.Proficient with technological recruiting and coaching toolsClear understanding of, and commitment to the NCAA Division III Philosophy as well as NCAA, ASC and departmental rules and regulations SupervisionReceived: Head Men’s Basketball Coach Working ConditionsUsual: Nights and Weekends required. Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times. This position is security sensitive.

Other Information

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing. Notice of Availability of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report The Annual Security & Fire Safety Report is available online at https://srinfo.sulross.edu/udps/ The report contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Non-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request. If you would like to receive a paper copy, you can contact the Office of Student Life, located on the Alpine Campus in the Morgan University Center, Room 211 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 432-837-8424 or emailing stulife@sulross.edu

About SRSU

Sul Ross State University Alpine Campus is in the Scenic Davis Mountains of West Texas, is a member of the Texas State University System, is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate, Bachelor’s, and Master’s degrees, and has an enrollment of approximately 2,000 students of campus in Alpine, Texas. At an elevation of 4,480 feet, and on the periphery of the Chihuahuan Desert, Alpine enjoys mild winters and cool summers. Davis Mountains State Park, Fort Davis National Historic Site, Big Bend National Park, and Guadalupe Mountains National Park are all within one to three hours driving distance from Alpine. The SRSU campuses in Del Rio, Eagle Pass, and Uvalde comprise Rio Grande College. RGC offers upper-level courses leading to bachelor’s degrees as well as master’s degree programs and works closely with its partner institution, Southwest Texas Junior College, to provide a seamless transition to RGC for their students. All RGC students hold an Associate degree from an accredited institution or they have completed 42 semester credit hours of transferrable work. More information is available regarding Sul Ross State University and position openings See http://www.sulross.edu our website.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Letter of Intent Optional Documents 1. Transcripts 2. Transcript 2 3. Transcript 3 4. Transcript 4 5. Letter of Recommendation (1) 6. Letter of Recommendation (2) 7. Letter of Recommendation (3)

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