| Location | Surprise, AZ |
OUR UNIVERSITY
Ottawa University (established in 1865), one of the oldest private liberal arts universities in the United States, is a multi-campus system serving approximately 4000 students through its campuses in Kansas (Ottawa, Kansas- Residential Campus and Overland Park, Kansas- Adult Programs); Arizona (Surprise Residential Campus and OUAZ Adult Programs); Wisconsin (Brookfield Adult Programs); and our OU ONLINE PROGRAM based out of Overland Park, Kansas.
Ottawa University is a regionally accredited, church-related, private university that strives to integrate faith, learning, and life in the academic experiences of students.
JOB SUMMARY
The Graduate Assistant Mens Volleyball Coach assists with the day-to-day management of the mens volleyball team, which requires some night and weekend work. Candidates for the Graduate Assistant Coach should possess a commitment to Christian higher education, utilize servant leadership style of leadership.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND REQRUIED DUTIES OF THE JOB (provide list of items which are essential to effective outcomes in this role):
Recruit, train and coach members of the athletic program
Recruit, retain and graduate student-athletes who contribute to the success of the program and vibrancy of campus life
Fund and friend raising for the advancement of the program
Provide oversight of student-athletes academic progress toward degree completion
Assist with any and all administrative duties as assigned
Insure adherence to the NAIA and rules and regulations including the NAIA Champions of Character 5 core values
Provide leadership for campus involvement and community service
Provide Christ-centered leadership and direction for the basketball program
Other duties as assigned
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
Knowledge of and experience in collegiate sports as an athlete and/or staff member.
Effective communication and motivational skills
Positive role model for student-athletes, university personnel and members of the off-campus community
Knowledge of NAIA rules and regulations
STANDARD UNIVERSITY EXPECTATIONS:
Model and encourage collaboration among University departments assuring effective communication and operations.
Understand the University's policies and, procedures, and exercise good judgment accordingly. Assure that University and student information is managed in a confidential and ethical manner in accordance with the University's Code of Conduct and Ethics.
Provide leadership through conduct, attitude, and professionalism. Represent the University to students, external groups, faculty, and staff in a way that reflects positively on the University.
Be mindful and supportive of the overall Mission of Ottawa University.
Exercise Inclusivity in your daily actions accruing alignment within expectations of the University's Mission Statement and Statement of Inclusion, Openness, and Community.
NOTE
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or