Graduate Assistant - Women's Swimming

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Type of Position: Graduate Assistant

Workstudy Position: No

Job Type: Academic Term (Fixed Term)

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Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name

University of Arkansas at Little Rock The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process please contact Human Resources at 501-916-3180. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 501-916-3180.

Department: Athletics

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Summary of Job Duties

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (Little Rock Athletics) seeks a Women’s Swimming & Diving Graduate Assistant who will serve under the direction of the Head Coach. This position will assist in a number of capacities including practice planning and execution, coordinating operations and travel for the program, recruiting, community service opportunities, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education; Regular admission to a UA Little Rock graduate degree program or good standing with the UA Little Rock Graduate School for continuing graduate students; Ability to work required hours (FT – 50% - 20 hours per week) with regular attendance; Must have a valid driver's license.

Job

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist the head coach with planning and implementation of daily practices; Coordination of operations, planning travel, per diem, meals and itineraries; Contribute to weekly staff meetings; Recruiting - In collaboration with the head coach; Coaching - In collaboration with the head coach; Coordinating community service opportunities; Assist with the management of equipment and travel; Assist with NCAA compliance reporting and academic monitoring; Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to work effectively with student-athletes; Previous swimming experience; Effective communication skills; Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Additional Information

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents

to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents

Special Instructions to Applicants

Recruitment Contact Information

Michael Gibbs (magibbs1@ualr.edu) Senior Associate AD for Internal Operations

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

• Motor Vehicle Reports Check The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
• Constant
• Physical
• Activity: Hearing, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion

Occasional Physical Activity: N/A

Benefits: Eligible: No