Graduate Assistant - Cross Country/Track & Field

Position: Graduate Assistant - Cross Country/Track Field Department: Athletics - Track and Field Reports to: Director of Cross Country/Track and Field Classification: Part-Time, Non-Benefit Eligible, 2-year maximum duration Location: Lisle Campus Rate: Stipend, up to $7200.00 based on the start date of assigned period Position Summary: The primary focus of the Graduate will be to assist the Director of Cross Country Track Field during season. Also, administrative support (recruiting) and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, training athletes on the track field team, and assisting the head coach in all aspects of pre-season post-season training, practice, competition and recruitment. Must be capable of having a flexible practice schedule, monitoring student-athlete academic success, and recruiting strategy for event groups. Also assist the Director of Track Field in organizing team events, travel logistics, hosting outdoor invitationals, and team fundraising. Adherence to NCAA Division III rules and regulations, supporting the philosophy, goal and mission of the college and its intercollegiate athletics program, as well as adherence to departmental, university, NACC, and NCAA policies and procedures is required. Essential Job Responsibilities: 1. Assist the track program with the identification and successful recruitment of qualified student athletes to help place the program in a position of competitive leadership in the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference. 2. Responsible for coaching and mentoring student-athletes as well as assisting with film breakdown, developing and implementing scouting reports, game and practice plans, and coaching in all traditional and non-traditional segments that will place the program in a position of competitive leadership in the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference. 3. Responsible for assisting the head coach, program, and university personnel with the retention of student athletes. This includes social and academic support, meeting regularly with the members of your assigned position group to monitor their academic progress to ensure players are investing the time and effort required to be successful in the classroom. 4. Provide instruction in technique and safety procedures in adherence with NCAA regulations and Sports Performance expectations in the declared playing and practice seasons. Other Functions: 1. Develop relationships within Benedictine University and the University community. 2. Attend departmental and University related meetings and events. 3. Maintain a positive student athlete assessment for program from student athletes. 4. Work in coordination with University offices and departments to coordinate and facilitate University events. 5. Maintain positive relationships with alumni, parents, students, officials, volunteers and fans. 6. Serve on University, conference and national committees as needed. 7. Positively promote Benedictine University and the Department of Athletics on campus and in the community.