The University of Pikeville in Pikeville, Kentucky is seeking an innovative professional for the position of  Men’s Basketball Graduate Assistant within the Athletic Department. This is an exceptional opportunity  for a motivated and accomplished leader to join an innovative Athletic Department valuing academic  and out-of-classroom experiences. The Men’s Basketball Graduate Assistant will report to the Head  Men’s Basketball Coach.  

Responsibilities: 

• Administrative duties in all phases of the program.  
• Assist with all phases of competitive NAIA compliant recruiting.  
• Ability to produce game day and recruiting graphics.  
• Evaluate prospective student-athletes through games, showcase, and video observation. • Execute and evaluate practice and game planning, including video coordination. • Directly responsible for position skill development in assigned area(s).  
• Practice planning and implementation.  
• Assist with the direction of camps, fundraising, and other program development activities. • Scheduling: Assist with arranging aspects of team travel including but not limited to team meals  for home and away contests and team lodging arrangements.  
• Assist the Head Coach with office and administrative duties. 
• Ability to help coach and lead program’s junior varsity program. 
• Recruiting athletically and academically quailed students.  
• Retaining students in the program.  
• Responsible to understand the expectations of the Athletic Department.  
• Provides for the safety of students and coaches, facilities and equipment while conducting  activities, practices, and competitions.  
• Regularly attend and participate in department meetings and professional development  opportunities.  Collaborate with campus constituents to assess, provide and improve student  experience related to Men’s basketball.  
• Understanding the culture of the Men’s Basketball program, athletic department and the  campus.  
• Understanding the NAIA eligibility rules. 
• Operate university vehicles. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications – Education & Experience: 

• Bachelor’s Degree Required 
• Be enrolled full-time in a master’s degree program at UPIKE and eligible for participation in the  Graduate Assistant program (cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better preferred).  
• Must be able to follow the vision of the Program  
• Must be able to work under challenging conditions and with others.  
• Willing to work late/flexible hours.  
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and oral.  
• Ability to work with others and lead.  
• Demonstrate sensitivity to students with diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural and ethnic  backgrounds, including those with disabilities.  
• Understand how to work successfully as a team within all levels of the organization and know  how to contribute to the mission of the university. 

**Graduate Assistants receive tuition waivers of up to 6 hours of classes per semester, housing & a meal  plan. However, if the GA does not reside on campus, then he/she will receive a monthly stipend in lieu of  room & board. The meal plan covers the actual number of weeks that classes are in session during the  fall, spring, and summer semesters. 

Important Notes: Resume and other application materials will be reviewed to determine if you meet the  required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications,  your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates.  Please, specifically address the qualifications, competencies and desired qualifications in your resume  and application materials.  

The University of Pikeville is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working  community. To achieve this goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being  considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and  when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. 

For more information about the University of Pikeville, please visit http://www.upike.edu . Interested  applicants should complete the online application by visiting the following website,  https://www.upike.edu/offices/human-resources/careers/ . 

In addition to the application, interested applicants are requested to attach to their application a letter  of interest, current resume, and contact information for three to five professional references