Graduate Assistant Men's Basketball

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Type of Position

Graduate Assistant

Workstudy Position

No

Job Type

Academic Term (Fixed Term)

Work Shift

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.

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Department

Men's Basketball

Department's Website

Summary of Job Duties

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (Little Rock Athletics) seeks a Men’s Basketball Graduate Assistant who will serve under the direction of the Head Coach. This position will assistant in a number of capacities including practice, player development, on campus recruitment, community service and other duties as assigned. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications

Required Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education;
• Regular admission to a UA Little Rock graduate program or good standing with the UA Little Rock Graduate School for continuing graduate students;
• Ability to work the required hours (FT-50% - 20 hours per week/PT-25% - 10 hours per week) with regular attendance.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist student-athletes during practices and competitions with technical aspects of game preparation and strategy for player development;
• Have the ability to coach players in both groups and individually based on positions;
• Scout assigned opponents as assigned by the coaching staff;
• Assist the basketball staff with recruiting efforts;
• Assist coaching staff with film evaluation;
• Compliance with all NCAA, conference and institutional rules;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of NCAA, conference and University rules;
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with people and present a positive image of the University;
• Ability to physically work out students in practice and warm them up for games
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel;
• Ability to work nights and weekends with extensive travel.

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 ([email hidden]) 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

No Background Check Required

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, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity

Sitting

Occasional Physical Activity

N/A

Benefits Eligible

No