Men’s Bowling – Graduate Assistant

William Penn University; Oskaloosa (IA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

William Penn University is seeking a Men’s Bowling Graduate Assistant to lead and develop student-athletes. Responsibilities include compliance with regulations, budget management, and fostering a positive athletic environment. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree and a background in Bowling.

Qualifications

• Background in the sport of Bowling required.
• Willing to work long hours.

Responsibilities

• Administer sport in compliance with regulations.
• Assist with recruiting and retaining student-athletes.
• Monitor and manage Bowling budget.

Skills

Team Building

Decision Making

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Position Title: Men’s Bowling Graduate Assistant

Position Requirements and Preferences:

• Education:Bachelor’s Degree required
• Experience: Background in the sport of Bowling
• Abilities:
  • Demonstrated talent in building cohesive teams;
  • Independent decision making and ability to exercise good judgment;
  • Good written and oral communication skills;
  • Ability to work independently and as a team member to complete assigned tasks and meeting deadlines;
  • Organizational skills, time management, relationship building, and communication skills essential;
  • Willing to work long hours.

Position Summary:
WPU strives to create a vibrant learning community for all of its members, including students, staff, and faculty. To help foster that community, Graduate Assistants will lead by example and develop others’ leadership capabilities, employ relevant technologies, and actively demonstrate the Quaker virtues of simplicity, peace-making, integrity, community, and equality.

Responsibilities:

• Administer your sport in total compliance with William Penn, NAIA and HAAC regulations and guidelines.
• Monitor and stay within the parameters of the Bowling budget. All purchases need to be approved by the head coach.
• Assist with recruiting and retaining student-athletes.
• Attend Athletic Department meetings.
• Assist with coordination of travel plans with the Transportation Director.
• Be a positive role model for athletes and monitor discipline procedures within your sport.
• Encourage/monitor attendance and academic performance as directed by the head coach.
• Assist with annual inventory.
• Conduct yourself in a professional manner and display good sportsmanship at all times.
• Fulfill all obligations, as established by your program, for the NAIA Champions of Character initiative.
• Be loyal and supportive of the Staff, Faculty and Administration.
• Always follow the Chain of Command.
• Cooperate and communicate with the Training Staff
• Assist with the supervision of other athletic events as needed by the administration.
• All Other duties as assigned.

Reports to: Head Coach for Men’s Bowling

Start Date:August 1, 2023

Replacement or New Position:Replacement

Full-Time | Part-Time | Temp: Graduate Assistants (2 year minimum)

Closing Date of Position:Until Filled

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William Penn University is an equal opportunity provider and employer