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Men's Basketball Graduate Assistant - Job Description

Position Title: Men's Basketball Graduate Assistant Department: Athletics - Men's Basketball Reports To: Head Men's Basketball Coach Classification: Graduate Assistant

Position Summary

The Men's Basketball Graduate Assistant supports the daily operations of the collegiate men's basketball program while pursuing a graduate degree at the institution. This position provides hands-on experience in coaching, recruiting, player development, operations, and administrative responsibilities within an NAIA athletic environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist coaching staff with daily basketball operations and practice preparation
• Support player skill development through drills, workouts, and film review
• Analyze game and practice film for scouting and performance evaluation
• Coordinate team travel, meals, equipment, and practice logistics
• Assist with recruiting efforts including correspondence, evaluations, and visit coordination
• Monitor student-athlete academic progress and promote academic success
• Maintain statistical data, scouting reports, and recruiting databases
• Help organize camps, clinics, and community outreach events
• Assist with social media content and program promotion as assigned
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the head coach or athletic administration

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required
• Acceptance into a graduate degree program at the institution
• Previous basketball playing, coaching, or team management experience preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel with the team
• Proficiency with video editing, scouting software, and Microsoft Office is a plus

Preferred Skills

• Experience with film breakdown software such as Hudl or Synergy
• Strong understanding of basketball strategy and player development
• Ability to build positive relationships with student-athletes and staff
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and work ethic

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods during practices and games
• Ability to lift and move basketball equipment and supplies
• Ability to travel with the team as required

Compensation & Benefits

• Graduate tuition waiver covers the cost of attendance
• Affordable campus housing
• Opportunity for additional camp pay
• Opportunities for professional development and coaching advancement
• Networking opportunities within collegiate athletics

Application Materials

Applicants should submit:

• Cover letter
• Resume and references (3 professional references)
• Statement of faith

About Bethel University

For more information, visit our website at www.betheluniversity.edu

Bethel University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal laws. In keeping with the mission of the institution, Bethel University seeks applicants with a strong commitment to the values and lifestyle of evangelical Christianity and who profess a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. As a Christian institution, we require faculty and staff to adhere to the University's Lifestyle Covenant and to enforce a religiously based statement of responsibilities for all University employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Bethel University, as an educational institution operating under the auspices of the Missionary Church, reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (Title VII, Sections 702-703, United States Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended).