Graduate Assistant - Golf

At Carroll University, we are committed to identifying and employing strategies to support our goal to be and remain a socially just organization. Rooted in the Presbyterian (U.S.A.) heritage, we respect all aspects of diversity, embrace the practice of equity, expect inclusion, and embrace belonging throughout our community. Therefore, we seek applicants who can demonstrate their understanding of justice and who can inspire our increasingly diverse student population.

About the role

This position is designed to give the qualified candidate hands-on experience with all facets of an intercollegiate men's and women's golf program. This is a two-year position with the expectation of successful graduation from Carroll University with a Master's Degree. This position is supervised by the Head Men's and Women's Golf Coach.

Responsibilities

• Assist head men's and women's golf coach in practice session and game preparation.
• Ability to instruct and coach various positions.
• Recruitment of new quality students/athletes for the men's and women's golf program.
• Assist in strength and conditioning coordinator with implementation of both in-season and out-of-season programs.
• Follow all rules and guidelines set forth by Carroll University, the athletics department policies, and NCAA and Midwest Conference Bylaws and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission.

Requirements

• Maintain full-time status in an eligible Carroll University graduate program (additional approval is required for entrance in graduate programs outside of Education).
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Previous experience in coaching preferred.
• Participation in a college-level golf program preferred.

Skills

• Ability to function effectively as a team player within the program and athletics department.
• Ability to conduct self in a productive, professional manner at all times, representing Carroll University at the highest level as a role model and mentor for our student athletes.
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Publisher, Excel, and related computer applications vital to organizational skills to ensure success in our program.
• Excellent communication skills as they relate to recruiting, working with parents, alumni, and current student athletes.
• Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, ability, socio-economic background, or job type.

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act and will be required to report Clery crimes to Public Safety and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.