The Athletic Department at Lewis University seeks a qualified individual to fill the Graduate Assistant, Tennis position. The Graduate Assistant will assist the Head coach in all aspects of the administration of the men’s and women’s tennis programs. The Graduate Assistant receives 100% of their graduate tuition for this position. Please note, the graduate assistant tuition benefit does not apply to the MS, Occupational Therapy or Speech Language Pathology programs. Lewis University is a Division II School located 25 miles SW of Chicago, in Romeoville, IL. We sponsor 18 intercollegiate varsity sports and compete in the Great Lakes Valley Conference and Midwest Intercollegiate Volleyball Association (men's volleyball).
Responsibilities:
Practice and game coaching
Recruiting
Responsible for team travel
Public relations
Fundraising
Academic advising
As an individual employed in a coach capacity, you are subject to the regulations of the NCAA. If at any time it is determined that you are in violation of such regulations, then by the provision of the NCAA enforcement procedures, you may be subject to corrective disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with playing experience at the college level and the ability to communicate effectively within the educational philosophy of Lewis University is required. Graduate Assistants must also be enrolled in a Lewis University graduate program.
How to Apply: For a full description and to be considered for this position visit http://jobs.lewisu.edu/postings/5666
Inspired by the University’s Mission values of Wisdom, Knowledge, Justice, Fidelity and Association, the Lewis Community declares that we are a Sanctified Zone where people are committed to working to end racism, bias and prejudice by valuing diversity in a safe and nurturing environment. Lewis University, sponsored by the De La Salle Christian Brothers, serves a diverse community and is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion on our campus as an equal opportunity employer.
We invite applications from individuals that embody a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We are fully dedicated to providing opportunities for development of the whole person. To demonstrate this commitment, Lewis University wishes to build a culturally diverse workforce which strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans.
About Lewis University
Lewis University is a Division II School located 25 miles SW of Chicago, in Romeoville, IL. Lewis sponsors 18 intercollegiate varsity sports and competes in the Great Lakes Valley Conference and Midwest Intercollegiate Volleyball Association (men's volleyball).
