Graduate Assistant - Mens and Womens Rugby

Part Time / Tuition with Stipend

WORK SCHEDULE

Varies with Sports Schedule, some weekend travel 

JOB SUMMARY

Southern Nazarene University is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as a graduate assistant coach for the SNU Men’s & Women’s Rugby Program as it competes in the NCR DI category. The successful candidate will have a mature, growing relationship with Christ and collegiate coaching/playing experience.  Applicants must be willing to lead our JV program if applicable and assist as a member of the varsity coaching staff in all areas. 

 RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions:

• Assist the Head Coach in providing leadership for the SNU Men’s & Women’s Rugby Program.  
• Play an integral role in the day-to-day administrative responsibilities, player/team spiritual development, daily team training, evaluation and recruitment of student-athletes, academic monitoring, and skill development of players. 
• This position must work within SNU and NCR guidelines to provide student-athletes with an exceptional collegiate experience while competing for championships.

Required Qualifications:

• Southern Nazarene University is an expression of the Church of the Nazarene. According to SNU policy, all faculty and staff must profess faith in Jesus Christ, possess a strong personal Christian commitment and be committed to the SNU Mission “to make Christlike disciples through higher education” in a Christ centered community.   
• As an institution of the Church of the Nazarene, applicants must understand and embrace the biblical principle that all people are created in the image of God and should be treated with dignity and respect, including a belief in equal opportunity to work, contribute, and flourish without discrimination.
• College undergraduate completion
• Minimum of two years of related work experience and/or relevant training
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple demands in fast-paced work environment
• Typing and spelling competency
• Experience with various computer software applications
• Data entry experience 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Some coaching experience 
• Experience in higher education 

Supervision Received:

Receives supervision and work assignments from a designated supervisor, although other staff members in the unit may provide work direction.

Supervision Exercised:

May be responsible for the coordination of work assignments for student employees.

Apply Online for this position at Southern Nazarene Careers

Benefits

Stipend only. This position is not eligible for benefits.