Graduate Assistant for Baseball

POSITION: Graduate Assistant for Baseball 

SUPERVISOR: Head Baseball Coach 

DEPARTMENT:  Athletics - Baseball 

LOCATION: On-campus, located in Tiffin, OH 

JOB TYPE: Part-time 

Tiffin University is seeking a Graduate Assistant for the Baseball Program. Reporting to the Head Baseball Coach, the Graduate Assistant is responsible for assisting the coaching staff coach in all aspects of the baseball program, including (but not limited to) practice and game preparation, field maintenance, recruiting and retention of student-athletes, budget management, fund-raising, scheduling, public relations, community service and strict adherence to all NCAA and university rules. 

Successful candidates require strong communication and interpersonal skills; a record of integrity and leadership, and a willingness to advance the goals of the Tiffin University Department of Athletics, including fundraising.  A commitment to the academic success and graduation of student-athletes, as well as knowledge or background of Ohio or the surrounding area, is preferred.  Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

Minimum Requirements:  

A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution is required, as well as enrollment in Tiffin University’s graduate program. The person in this position must live locally for the entire academic year and will be expected to work some night and weekend hours. 

Compensation and Benefits: 

• Stipend: A competitive stipend will be provided. 
• Graduate Tuition: Full or partial tuition remission for graduate courses. 
• Additional Benefits: Supplemented camp money, access to athletic facilities, professional development opportunities, and other perks associated with being part of the Tiffin University Athletic Department. 

GRADUATE ASSISTANT REQUIREMENTS 

· Graduate Assistants must be regularly admitted graduate students. They must be enrolled in a minimum of 4 credit hours each semester. If only enrolled in one term of a semester the minimum is still 4 credit hours.

· If selected as a Graduate Assistant, students must successfully pass a criminal background check and sign an intellectual property and FERPA confidentiality agreement.

· Must work 1000 hours or fewer for the year.

· There is a $4,800 Standardized Annual Stipend for all Graduate Assistantships

· 100% of Tuition Costs, Class Lab Fees, and Technology Fees are covered by Tiffin University.

· Graduate Assistants must work until the end of the semester in which they are currently enrolled. If the GA leaves at any time during the semester enrolled in, they are responsible for paying for that semester.

KEY COMPETENCIES 

Interdependence: Fosters collaboration

Communication: Strong decision-making and communication skills

Accountability: Formulates effective and progressive strategies aligned with the University's mission and values

Respect: Creates an engaging, collaborative work environment by bringing diverse people and ideas together.

Entrepreneurship: Influences and Inspires

EMBRACING OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES 

VISION STATEMENT – The vision for Tiffin University is to become A premier university for challenging students to enhance their global competencies and 21st-century skills for success in a diverse world.

MISSION STATEMENT – The mission of Tiffin University is to Educate students by linking knowledge to professional practice.

CORE VALUES – The values of Interdependence, Communication, Accountability, Respect, and Entrepreneurship comprise the ICARE values of Tiffin University.

Tiffin University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. While we strive for a diverse mix of candidates, all employment decisions are made without regard to race, sex, or other protected characteristics.

Tiffin University is an Equal Opportunity Employer