Graduate Assistant - Mens Volleyball

General Job Brief Assist the head coach with leadership of the athletics program, including various aspects of the day-to-day operations, and other items noted below as directed by the head coach. This position appointment aligns with postgraduate program coursework timelines. Individuals must meet academic requirements of their selected program and remain in good standing on a term-by-term basis. This role also requires a comprehensive understanding of and commitment to the unique Christian mission and vision of ACU to Transform Culture with Truth, and the ability to advance that mission and vision through the performance of its duties, including person-to-person mentorship and discipleship. Duties, Tasks, Responsibilities Assists the Head Coach in the following areas

• Establish and maintain a culture of faith, influence, relationships, excellence.
• Recruitment and roster management
• Practice and training preparation
• Academic accountability
• Provides spiritual guidance, prayer, and support for the team.
• Travel considerations for competition and recruitment, requiring a valid driver's license.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Other Duties and Responsibilities
• Completing other duties and tasks with utmost integrity and professionalism, as directed and not necessarily mentioned in this description, will be expected.
• Commitment to the University's faith statement, mission, and purposes; and an active Christian faith.
• Comfort and familiarity with the practice of praying with and for others, including students, faculty, and fellow University staff.
• The ability to meaningfully support and encourage students, faculty, and staff from a biblical worldview perspective, using relevant and applicable references from the Old and New Testaments and orthodox Christian writings.
• Demonstrated alignment with and enthusiastic support for the Christian Mission and Core Commitments of the University, including signing the University's Statement of Faith and Core Commitments annually. Education and Experience
• Bachelor's degree and admission into the ACU Graduate program.
• Prior collegiate or professional playing experience and/or demonstrated success as a coach.
• Demonstrated connection to the Christian Mission and Core Commitments of the University. Working Conditions
• General sport environment.
• Office hours to accomplish administrative tasks.
• Meeting with student-athletes as needed.
• Travel to competition and recruitment as needed.

Time Required Standard college sport calendar for in-season and out-of-season. Fair Labor Standards Act This position is considered to be part-time, exempt for overtime pay provisions as provided by the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and any applicable state law.