Graduate Assistant for Club Sports

The Graduate Assistant for Club Sports at the North Dakota State University Wellness Center will support the Assistant Director of Club Sports in providing leadership and direction in the development, implementation, administration, and evaluation of a premier club sport program. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Club Sport Administrative Management- (70%)

• Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Club Sports to develop and manage all aspects of the NDSU Club Sport program. 
• Oversee program operations in the absence of the Assistant Director of Club Sports. 
• Serve as a liaison between program participants, advisors, and coaches, facilitating communication, gathering feedback, and addressing questions and concerns. 
• Assist in developing and maintaining competitive club sport guidelines and requirements, outlining the process for becoming and remaining a competitive club sport. 
• Support the advisement and management of 30+ club sports. 
• Collaborate regularly with the Office of Student Engagement, Student Government, and the Office of Registration and Records regarding club sport eligibility, player infractions, and other related matters. 
• Assist in developing and implementing policies that ensure safe, effective club sport operations and risk management.
• Serve as a resource for processing and following-up with clubs related to club sport travel forms.
• Maintain a close working relationship with the Congress of Student Organizations’ Executive Commissioner and the Finance Executive Commissioners. 
• Assist with club sport logo approvals through Athletics and the University.
• In partnership with the Office of Student Engagement, seek opportunities and serve as a resource for students interested in starting new club sports.
• Attend and remain visible at club sport practices, events, and games. 
• Assist in finding and scheduling facility space for practices and games. 
• Develop a club sports newsletter.
• Attend recruitment events hosted by the Office of Admission to promote NDSU Club Sports. 
• Respond promptly to inquiries from prospective club sport athletes and other constituents. 
• Meet with prospective club sport athletes during their prospective student visit to NDSU.
• Assist in the planning, organizing, and implementation of an NDSU Club Sports Visit Day. 
• Participate in Wellness Center meetings, trainings, retreats, and staff development activities. 
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned. 

Club Sport Student Leader Development: (30%)

• Organize meetings and trainings for team captains, advisors, and coaches that include:
• Wellness Center/Student Engagement/Student Government and University policies
• How to complete required forms
• Facility space and scheduling
• Assist club sports with their budgeting processes and serve as a resource.
• Assist with anti-hazing oversight and other well-being education programs. 

Provide Excellent Customer Service and Work Effectively in a Team While Doing the Following: (100%)

• Provide prompt, courteous and efficient customer service to all visitors, students, faculty and staff
• Establish and maintain strong, supportive, and positive working relationships with co-workers and students.
• Uphold the values of honesty, respect, integrity and trust
• Respect the value, creativity, and diversity of all persons, which includes diversity of opinions and professional approaches.
• Work safely and supervise a safe work environment. 
• Complete all department and university required trainings. 
• Maintain confidentiality with all visitors, staff, faculty and students.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution.
• Accepted and enrolled full-time in an NDSU graduate program.
• Maintain good academic standing throughout the period of the assistantship.
• Successfully complete a criminal background check.
• Certified in Red Cross CPR/AED and First Aid (or able to obtain certification within the first 3 months of employment).
• No outside employment that could conflict with the requirements of the position. 
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to successfully collaborate with individuals and/or groups from a variety of areas at NDSU.
• Ability to work evening and weekend hours as needed.
• Proficient in computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other similar programs.

PREFFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation or Sport Management
• One year of club sport/intramural work experience
• Participation in a collegiate club sport as an undergraduate student.
• Experience recruiting students to participate in club sports.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of a variety of sports.

EMPLOYMENT DATES:

This is a 9-month appointment starting in August and ending in May. The graduate assistant position is available for a maximum of two years, with the second-year contingent on performance and a successful annual responsibility review. The student is required to work 20 hours per week.  An annual contract will be signed, outlining all work weeks and hours for the academic year. 

Initial review will begin April 28, 2025 with applications being accepted until the position is filled. 

Submit application materials to:

Jobey Lichtblau

Director, Wellness Center

North Dakota State University

Jobey.Lichtblau@ndsu.edu

701-231-7672

APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Three professional references (names, addresses, phone numbers, emails)

About North Dakota State University

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. Our main campus is located in Fargo, ND with Extension Service and Research Experiment Station locations across the entire state. NDSU has been listed in the Top 100 public research universities in the United States for research and development in agricultural sciences, psychology and social sciences, based on reported research expenditures. NDSU is an exciting place to work offering a stimulating and diverse environment richly populated with people pursuing life-long learning and personal growth. Employees often attend on-campus cultural events, lectures, athletic events and enjoy walks through our beautiful campus. NDSU employs over 6000 full-time and part-time employees across the state, making it the second largest employer in the community. NDSU is the best college in ND, according to Money Magazine (September 2018). NDSU was named a 2019 Best Value College by Forbes. Fargo made Livability.com’s top 10 list of cities to find a job and ranked at #11 for best places to live overall. NDSU offers a wide array of professional opportunities including faculty, executi...ve, managerial, professional, technical, paraprofessional, office support, servers and crafts/trades. Like a small city, NDSU operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Full time employees are offered a superb benefit package to include 100% company paid health insurance premiums and tuition assistance for employees and immediate family members. All of us at NDSU play an important role in serving our students and public constituencies. We encourage motivated and talented team members that thrive in a higher-ed environment to join our university! Mission We provide transformational education, create knowledge through innovative research, and share knowledge through community engagement that meets the needs of North Dakota and the world. Additional Information: No Smoking Notice: As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10. EO/AA Statement: North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. Veteran’s Preference Notice: This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran’s Preference requirements.

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