Assistant Athletics Director oversees daily operations of selected sports program, and the coordination of various administrative functions within the department. May help in fundraising, public relations, ticket pricing and distribution, and purchase of new equipment. Being an Assistant Athletics Director may have responsibility for the personnel, budget, and compliance with governing rules. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Assistant Athletics Director typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Assistant Athletics Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be an Assistant Athletics Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Graduate Assistant - Athletics, Vermont State University,
Vermont State University- Castleton, a member of the NCAA Division III, invites applications for graduate assistant positions in women’s basketball, strength and conditioning, football, sports information, athletic administration, men’s and women’s Alpine Skiing, and women’s lacrosse, and mens' Ice Hockey.
The primary responsibility of Team GA’s will be to assist the head coach in all facets of the program, including the recruitment of quality student-athletes, organization and planning of practices, game preparation, administrative duties, scouting, and monitoring of student athlete academic progress.
Requirements:
A bachelor's degree is required, acceptance into graduate school at Vermont State University, previous participation and/or coaching experience are preferred. These positions include tuition remission, room, and a stipend.
Additional Information:
Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled. Please include a resume and cover letter. All required documents must be submitted via this online process. We regret we are unable to accept applications or documents submitted via mail, email, or fax.
Candidates must be willing to submit to a criminal background check. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the satisfactory results of this check.
Vermont State Colleges System (VSCS) values individual differences that can be engaged in the service of learning. Diverse experiences from people of varied backgrounds inform and enrich our community. VSCS strongly encourages applications from historically marginalized and underrepresented populations. VSCS is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with ADA requirements, and will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant. Please contact Nate Sanders for assistance with accommodations at Nate.Sanders@NorthernVermont.edu
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