Graduate Assistant – Men’s Volleyball

Go McPherson; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 13,392 - 20,088; Part time

Job summary

Central Christian College of Kansas is seeking a Graduate Assistant in Athletics for the Men’s Volleyball program, supporting the Head Coach and Athletic Director in McPherson, KS. The position is part-time, for 12 months, non-exempt, with responsibilities across practices, recruitment, and student-athlete development.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree and a valid driver’s license, and emphasizes mentoring, leadership, and adherence to NAIA/NCCAA guidelines while promoting CCCK's mission

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Organize and conduct team practices, conditioning programs and competitive events.
• Instruct student-athletes with sound principles and expert skills related to the objectives of the program.
• Recruit qualified student-athletes who align with the community profile of CCCK.
• Work with Team Coach in compiling the annual recruitment plan for recruiting student-athletes.
• Responsible for meeting established recruitment and roster goals.
• Prepare individual student-athletes and team for games/matches.
• Assist in development of a competitive team program.
• Model integrity, respect and good sportsmanship at all times.

Skills

Lifestyle compliance

Communication

Lifting ability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Central Christian College of Kansas

Job Description: Graduate Assistant (Athletics)

Title

Graduate Assistant - Men’s Volleyball

Department

Athletics

Direct Supervisor

Head Coach & Athletic Director

Effective Date

August 2026

Status

Part time (12 months), salary, non-exempt

Location

McPherson, KS

Job Summary

Central Christian College is a small, private, Christian college located in the center of Kansas that prides itself on providing a Christ centered education. Central Christian offers assistantships to help graduate students develop professional skills including leadership, interpersonal effectiveness, and performance evaluation. Institutionally, the purpose of this position is to support community engagement through curricular, co-curricular, and extra-curricular programming. As such, graduate assistants are responsible for a variety of roles as paraprofessional staff members.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Valid driver’s license

Duties/Responsibilities

• Organize and conduct team practices, conditioning programs and competitive events.
• Instruct student-athletes with sound principles and expert skills related to the objectives of the program.
• Disciple and mentor students in accordance with the mission and outcomes of CCCK.
• Recruit qualified student-athletes who align with the community profile of CCCK.
• Work with Team Coach in compiling the annual recruitment plan for recruiting student-athletes.
• Responsible for meeting established recruitment and roster goals.
• Prepare individual student-athletes and team for games/matches.
• Assist in development of a competitive team program.
• Responsible for learning and following NAIA and NCCAA regulations and rules.
• Model integrity, respect and good sportsmanship at all times. Hold student-athletes accountable for same behavior.
• Attend department meetings, communicate regularly with the SID and Athletic Director and contribute positively to the betterment of the total Athletics program.
• Promote the team, the overall Athletics program and CCCK to team alumni, parents and members of the community.

Graduate Assistant Expectations

• Participate in evaluation of job performance at least once each semester.
• Remain enrolled full-time in an accredited graduate program prior to entering the position.
• Maintain a semester grade point average of 3.0. A grade point average of less than 3.0 could result in probationary status. Two semesters are provided in which to improve; however this may affect reemployment status.
• Assume additional responsibilities during off-season aspects of the position, which may fall outside the parameters of the specific job description (e.g. maintenance, grounds, convention services, admissions, etc.).

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to maintain a lifestyle in compliance with the lifestyle expectations of the institution
• Able to communicate and collaborate with a diverse group of faculty, staff and students
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds regularly, occasionally 50 pounds

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Central Christian College of Kansas recognizes the benefits of maintaining a diverse faculty and staff who can provide a wide spectrum of perspectives and experiences representing the creativity of a loving and innovative God. Central Christian College of Kansas reviews all applications and hires individuals based on their qualifications for the position. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, or military or veteran status. As a Christian college, affiliated with the Free Methodist Church of North America, Central Christian College of Kansas asserts its right to employ persons who subscribe to the intent, mission, Statement of Faith, and Core Values of the College, as well as the lifestyle expectations articulated in the Free Methodist Book of Discipline (Para. 3000-3430; 2011).