Women's Field Hockey Graduate Assistant Coach

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Women’s Field Hockey Graduate Assistant Coach

This position is: OPEN

Job Number: 685 Posted: 4/30/22 Revised: Location: St. Davids -- Posting Type: Staff

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Women’s Field Hockey Graduate Assistant Coach

This position is: OPEN

Job Number: 685 Posted: 4/30/22 Revised: Location: St. Davids -- Posting Type: Staff

Position Summary

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The Women’s Field Hockey Graduate Assistant will assist with all aspects of the program and
support the Head Coach both on and off the field. The Graduate Assistant will work tirelessly to
recruit, coach, teach, and form relationships with our student-athletes during their time on
campus. Will also assist with planning prospective student-athlete’s campus visits. Ability to
engage in fundraising opportunities both on and off campus for the betterment of the team and
University. Part-time. Eligibility for Tuition remission, stipend and meal plan.

Responsibilities

Position Responsibilities

● Attend recruiting events in Fall, Spring and Summer. Recruit student athletes who

embody Eastern’s core mission and values.

● Able to communicate well with peers and Head Coach.
● Assist in all aspects of coaching including practice planning, game film breakdown,

holding individual skill sessions, etc.

● Assists with fundraising, road trips, spring break, prospective student athlete’s

campus visits, official visit, and team bonding activities.

● Demonstrates commitment to the NCAA Division III philosophy and the student-

athlete experience.

● Ability to work together with members of the athletic department staff and the

student athletes on campus.

● Creativity for our social media platforms and fundraising initiatives
● Embodies values of caring and compassion, justice and integrity, competence and

affirmation.

● Seeks to treat each member of the campus community with fairness, dignity and
respect seeking a spirit of unity and harmony as we join to achieve our common
mission.

● Monitor and adhere to Eastern University, Title IX, NCAA and MAC policies and

procedures.

● Mentor student-athletes, encourage compliance with University standards

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree is required, with interest in pursuing a Master’s degree at Eastern
University. Demonstrate knowledge in NCAA DIII rules along with the MAC Conference.

Ability to use photo shop.

The ability, and desire, to work successfully within a team-oriented department
environment is required. A commitment to the Division III philosophy of athletics, a
working knowledge of NCAA rules, and a demonstrated ability to recruit, retain and
mentor student-athletes is essential. Candidates must exhibit an understanding of, and
support for, the University’s Christian Mission. Additional qualifications include excellent
interpersonal and organization skills and an ability to effectively communicate the mission
and vision of Eastern University and the Athletic Department to alumni and friends of the
university.

About Eastern University

Eastern University is a Christian university of the arts and sciences that integrates faith, reason
and justice for students in its undergraduate, graduate, Seminary, urban, professional and
international programs. Applicants should have a religious commitment compatible
with its mission and be willing to support the mission and vision of the
university. The university complies with federal and state guidelines of nondiscrimination in
employment; members of protected classes encouraged to apply.

Background Checks

Standard University employees are required to complete the background clearance process.
Employment is contingent upon the successful results of an employment background screening.
The employment background screening may include but is not limited to your consumer credit
history (for positions that work with the university finances or alumni funds only), verification of
education and professional credentials, criminal history, driving history, residency, immigration
status, performance, references, and other qualities pertinent to your qualifications for the
following position.

Youth Clearances are required for positions with direct contact with children and essential
personnel positions. Employees working with or around minor age children are required to
complete the youth clearance process which includes the following four child protection
clearances:

1) Affidavit;
2) FBI Criminal Record Check;
3) Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Child Abuse History Clearance and;
4) Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check.

In accordance with state laws, Act 73 of 2007, Act 153 of 2014, Act 168 (relating to the Child
Protective Services Law), school employees of Eastern University who will have "direct contact
with children" must complete the background check process prior to employment. Results must
be submitted within ten days of receipt.

Description Disclaimer

This description is intended to describe the general level and nature of work performed by the
person/people assigned to this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties
and responsibilities of the person/people so assigned.

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