The University of Texas at Dallas is seeking applicants for a Graduate Assistant of Competitive Sports for the 2021-2022 academic year. This position will report to the Assistant Director of Competitive Sports and will primarily provide daily operational support to both the Intramural and Club Sport programs. The opportunity will offer the student with a comprehensive and engaging experience to further enhance their career and professional development.
Responsibilities:
Contribute to University Recreation as a professional staff member
Shared organization and execution of intramural leagues and events, including marketing, schedules, and assessment.
Administration and advising of club sports including club travel and home activities, club leadership development, promotion, and records.
Recruit, hire, train, supervise, schedule, and evaluate officiating student employees.
Lead and/or assist program area trainings, meetings, and events:
Club Sports Officer Fall and Spring Trainings, Coach Orientations, and Leadership Continuing Education
Chair of the Club Sports Council
Provide ongoing evaluation and recommendations for Competitive Sports.
Assist in the purchase, inventory, and maintenance of program equipment.
Assist with other department activities as assigned.
Application Process:
Submit via email or mail applicant's letter of interest (cover letter), resume, and contact information for three (3) references by March 15, 2021 for priority consideration to:
Chris Gormley, Assistant Director of Competitive Sports
800 West Campbell Road, AB10
Richardson, Texas 75080
Phone: 972-883-7457
Email: chris.gormley@utdallas.edu
Employment Dates:
August 15 to May 15 with an option to renew for a second year (9-month period) with an option for hourly employment outside of contract dates.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution.
Acceptance into UT Dallas Graduate Program.*
Experience within event coordination (sport leagues and events) and/or administration of student organizations (club sports).
Experience in hiring, training, supervising, evaluating, and advising of student employees (supervisors/officials) and/or club leaders.
Demonstrated commitment to student development, diversity, recreational sports principles, theories, and values.
Demonstrated knowledge of safety and risk management issues for student organizations and/or sport events and activities.
Experience with Microsoft Office and web-based application.
Weekend and evening availability.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience officiating within recreational, high school, and/or collegiate sports.
*Offer is contingent on acceptance into UT Dallas Graduate Program and ability to pass a criminal history background check. There is not a specific grade point average, however scores under 3.0 will have difficulty with acceptance.
Admission Requirements:
Qualifications for admissions are determined by both the Graduate School and the applicant's chosen program. All applicants need to meet these requirements to be considered for admission. The University established priority deadline is May 1 for regular application and documentation for Fall Enrollment. However, academic programs establish their own application deadlines, so be aware when choosing an academic program. Visit http://www.utdallas.edu/admissions/graduate/ for more information and specific admission requirements.
NOTES:
Additional Salary Information: Additional Salary Information: $13,500 plus tuition and fee payments (not including books) for Fall and Spring semesters, professional development funds, and optional summer employment at an hourly rate. Position is benefit eligible, but is not considered in compensation or paid by the university. Relocation costs are not provided.
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About University of Texas at Dallas
The University of Texas at Dallas is an innovative institution in the heart of North Texas on the path to achieving Tier One national research university status.UT Dallas has grown since its founding in 1969 to include 138 degree programs, with cutting-edge curricula serving a variety of undergraduate and graduate student interests.The University continues its original commitment to providing some of the state’s most-lauded science and engineering programs and has also gained prominence for a breadth of educational paths, from criminology to biomedical engineering to arts and technology.Mission:The University of Texas at Dallas provides the State of Texas and the nation with excellent, innovative education and research. The University is committed to graduating well-rounded citizens whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world; to continually improving educational and research programs in the arts and sciences, engineering, and management; and to assisting the commercialization of intellectual capital generated by students, staff, and faculty.
