Graduate Assistant - Football job in Crete

Position Title Graduate Assistant - Football
Job Type Part Time
Department Athletics
Job Location Crete, NE (68333)
Position Summary
Doane University, a liberal arts university with campuses located in Crete, Lincoln, and an Omaha Location invites applications for the position of Graduate Assistant – Football on our Crete Campus. The Graduate Assistant Coach has the responsibility of working with the Head Coach to manage the sport and student-athletes in the best interest of Doane University and in accordance with all the rules of the NAIA and the GPAC Conference.

The Assistant Coach must demonstrate:
Effective leadership of the team and the program.
The ability to effectively recruit and retain student-athletes.
Excellent knowledge of the sport.
An outstanding ability to teach the sport to student-athletes.
The ability to represent Doane University in a positive and effective manner.
This position will hold an August 5, 2024 start date.

Doane University actively works to create and sustain a welcoming learning community for all members to fulfill their potential, feel valued, and make meaningful contributions to the University. Doane University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who reflect the diversity of our society. Following USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. Doane is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas.
FLSA Salaried (Exempt)
Minimum Required Education/Training Bachelor’s degree
Minimum Required Experience (Years)
Minimum Experience Description
Playing or coaching experience at the collegiate or professional level.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Must qualify for acceptance into a Doane graduate program.

Proven record of integrity, high principles, and demonstrated skill in developing and motivating student-athletes academically and athletically.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Valid driver’s license and driving record acceptable to the college’s automobile insurance provider.

Ability to obtain certification to drive a Doane full-size minivan once hired.

Preferred Experience Description
Preferred Education/Training
Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Preferred Licenses/Certifications
Physical/Environmental/Working Conditions
Working Conditions
Hours outside of standard office hours, some nights and weekends during the athletic season.
Travel Required Yes
Physical Requirements Medium work
Outdoor Exposure Exposed to both indoor and outdoor elements
Background Check Required Yes
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number STF068
Desired Start Date 08/05/2024

Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes

This position will hold an August 5, 2024 start date. This position pays an annual stipend of $6,750 and up to $5,250 in tuition waiver.