Graduate Assistant (Student): Volleyball

Concordia University is a Lutheran higher education community committed to helping students develop in mind, body and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and in the world.

Position Summary

Concordia University is seeking qualified applicants for a Graduate Assistant position within the volleyball program. This part-time position will be located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and be confirmed enrollees in a Concordia University graduate education program in good academic standing.

Concordia is a Christian university affiliated with the Lutheran Church- Missouri Synod. The Volleyball Graduate Assistant Coach position provides leadership and assists in the overall coaching, management and administration of the women's volleyball program. This person will also serve as the Head Coach of the reserve team. This position covers partial tuition for a Masters Degree program and a small stipend.

This position can be a one-year or two-year position, depending on the graduate degree program they select from Concordia University.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

-Program Organization and Administration

• Assist with planning and implementing day-to- day operations with the volleyball program.
• Academic monitoring and communication
• Mentoring student-athletes in spiritual and personal growth
• Assist with travel plans and meals
• Build and improve upon alumni & fundraising opportunities.

-Recruitment of Student-Athletes

• Coordinate with the head coach on recruitment of qualified student-athletes
• Attend showcase/tournament games in order to search, contact, and build relationships with future student-athletes.
• Consistent contact with recruits and facilitate recruit campus visits

-Opponent Scouting

• Prepare & present scouting reports using Hudl

-On-Court Coaching & Workouts Facilitation

• Leading individual skill instruction groups
• Leading and assisting with practice segments
• Monitor development of players and instruct ways for improvement

-Administrative/ Other

• Additional duties include assisting with summer camps,
• Attend Volleyball and/or Athletic Department Functions including, but not limited to, meetings, chapel, game ops, etc.
• Perform all duties as assigned by the Head Coach and/or Director of Athletics.

-Oversight of Reserve Team

• Responsible for the Reserve team including but not limited to, preparing practice plans, conducting practices, overseeing the growth and development of the team, arranging transportation for away contests, arranging student workers and officials for home contests, scheduling games.

-Adhere to NAIA and WHAC

-Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Demonstrates effective leadership, organizational skills, and is a self-starter
• Exhibits a willingness and ability to work with diverse individuals and organizations
• Able to deal with interruptions and work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to present a Christian and professional manner
• Candidates should possess strong written and oral communications skills
• All candidates should possess an ability to meet deadlines

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required
• Enrollment in a Concordia University graduate education program required
• Prior relevant work or internship experience within the sport

This role has high demands and is best suited for someone who plans to pursue coaching as a career. This role will offer experience and a learning environment to prepare for a future in coaching.

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Application Instructions

To receive full consideration, all applicants are asked to complete and submit an online employment application through the Concordia University Employment page. Formal application will require a statement of faith in addition to a Resume and Cover Letter. To begin, please click the Apply Now section on the job page and then click the Apply For This Position button to begin the application process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of CU to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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