Graduate Assistant for Women’s Basketball

Description

Graduate Assistant for Women’s Basketball

POSITION: Graduate Assistant for Women’s Basketball

SUPERVISOR: Head Women’s Basketball Coach

DEPARTMENT:  Athletics – Women’s Basketball

LOCATION: Tiffin University, Tiffin, OH

Tiffin University is seeking a Graduate Assistant for the Women’s Basketball Program. Reporting to the Head Women’s Basketball Coach, the Graduate Assistant is responsible for assisting the coaching staff coach in all aspects of the basketball program, including (but not limited to) practice and game preparation, recruiting and retention of student-athletes, budget management, fund-raising, scheduling, public relations, community service and strict adherence to all NCAA and university rules.

Successful candidates require strong communication and interpersonal skills; a record of integrity and leadership and a willingness to advance the goals of the Tiffin University Department of Athletics, including fundraising. A commitment to the academic success and graduation of student-athletes, as well as knowledge or background of Ohio, or the surrounding area is preferred. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Minimum Requirements: 

A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution is required, as well as enrollment in Tiffin University’s graduate program. The person in this position must live locally for the entire academic year and will be expected to work some night and weekend hours.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Stipend: A competitive stipend will be provided.
• Graduate Tuition: Full or partial tuition remission for graduate courses.
• Additional Benefits: Access to athletic facilities, professional development opportunities, and other perks associated with being part of the Tiffin University Athletic Department.

Requirements

KEY COMPETENCIES

Interdependence: Fosters collaboration

Communication: Strong decision-making and communication skills

Accountability: Formulates effective and progressive strategies aligned with the University's mission and values

Respect: Creates an engaging, collaborative work environment by bringing diverse people and ideas together.

Entrepreneurship: Influences and Inspires

EMBRACING GUIDING PRINCIPLES

VISION STATEMENT – The vision for Tiffin University is to become A premier university for challenging students to enhance their global competencies and 21st-century skills for success in a diverse world.

MISSION STATEMENT – The mission of Tiffin University is to Educate students by linking knowledge to professional practice.

CORE VALUES – The values of Interdependence, Communication, Accountability, Respect, and Entrepreneurship comprise the ICARE values of Tiffin University.

We are firmly committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity. These values are central to our beliefs. Candidates who have worked with diverse faculty, staff, and students and can contribute to our mission of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their experiences and interests. Tiffin University actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workforce. We are dedicated to providing educational, working, and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people.

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY: Tiffin University is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for employees, applicant for employment, students or applicant for admission, access to educational opportunities on the basis of race, religion, personal appearance, color, sex, pregnancy, political affiliation, social-economic class, place of business, residence, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, family responsibilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status (including special disabled veteran, Vietnam-era veteran, or recently separated veteran), predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law, including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any resolution process on campus or within the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or other human rights agencies. 

Tiffin University is an Equal Opportunity Employer