Cross Country/Track Graduate Assistant | Dominican University

River Forest, Illinois, PRIMARY PURPOSE / POSITION SUMMARY: The graduate position reports to the Head Track/Cross Country Coach. The Track /Cross Country Graduate Assistant is sensitive to the needs of a diverse student body and is committed to assisting the Department of Athletics in enhancing and supporting the student development experience consistent with the mission of a Sinsinawa Dominican Catholic liberal arts university. JOB COMPONENTS/PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: -The Track / Cross Country Graduate Assistant is responsible for but not limited to: -Adhering to conference, NCAA, Title IX, Department of Athletics and University rules and regulations; -Assisting with event management and/or serving as contest manager; -Assisting with the recruitment of academically and athletically qualified prospective student-athletes to maintain the roster range; -Assisting in team operations including management of budget and agency accounts, the development of the contest schedule, the monitoring of the student-athletes’ academic performance, managing team uniforms, equipment and supplies; -Assisting in the coordination of team travel and meals including assisting in the coordination of team transportation needs with the appropriate Department of Athletics staff; -Assisting in the coordination of team fundraising; -Accepting and fulfilling other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: -Strong leadership and collaborative abilities -Ability to multi-task effectively and strong attention to detail -Excellent verbal and written communication skills -Competence with computer skills -Ability to work evenings and weekends EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: -Bachelor’s degree required -Playing experience at the intercollegiate level preferred A background screening is required upon hire 6 Credit Hours Per Semester/ 2 Year Term