Graduate Assistant - Baseball

Position Purpose To assist the Head Coach, primarily with recruiting, organizing and running practices, fundraising, promotional activities, and other related assigned responsibilities. Essential Functions A successful candidate will be a positive role model to our student-athletes on and off the field, exhibit strong leadership, and strive to develop those leadership capabilities within our student-athletes. Responsibilities Monitoring and assisting student-athletes with academic success Effectively recruiting quality student-athletes Perform sport specific skills in practice and utilize sport-specific technology. Ability to assist in field maintenance & improvement. Assisting the head coach with any/all aspects of the program. Other Duties Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Qualifications Bachelor's degree and acceptance into the Lakeland University graduate school program are required. Experience in the sport of baseball is required. Must have an acceptable driving record. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations governing recruitment, eligibility and related functions is required. Demonstrate ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality. Ability to effectively manage time and priorities. Ability to prioritize office workflow and make effective administrative decisions to increase efficiency, accuracy, and productivity. Demonstrated ability to tactfully and effectively communicate (written and verbal) with a variety of individuals. Strong critical thinking skills. Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Word) or similar products. Demonstrates organizational ability, and attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment. Ability to work evenings or weekends as needed. Physical Demands and Work Environment Moderate to strenuous physical activity is part of the position. Requires the ability to run at a reasonable pace. Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions. Lakeland University is an equal opportunity employer/educator. #J-18808-Ljbffr