ERIE, Pa. — Mercyhurst University, a Division I member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill our Graduate Assistant Water Polo Coach position.
Mercyhurst University places a special emphasis on the teaching component of coaching positions. Participation in sport at Mercyhurst builds on the important lesson’s students learn in the classroom. Mercyhurst views athletics as an extension and important part of the education and teaching mission of the University. Student-athletes are learning teamwork, ethics, discipline, and skill sets that will enhance their ability to succeed after leaving the University. The “teaching” of one’s sport and the related lessons that accompany participation in athletics are the primary and central functions of each coaching position at Mercyhurst University.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Recruit, train, and coach members of the water polo program.
- Promote academic excellence, integrity, and graduation. Monitor academic progress, academic meetings, class scheduling and attendance.
- Coordinate team travel for competitions to include van or bus itineraries, lodging, and meals.
- Plan, promote, and conduct camps, clinics, and/or lessons.
- Assist in fundraising efforts.
- Develop meaningful relationships with prospective, current, and former student athletes.
- Represent Mercyhurst University and the water polo program in a professional manner.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Send cover letter, resume and three work-related references to: hrinfo@mercyhurst.edu and Head Coach Blair MacDougall (bmacdougall@mercyhurst.edu).
The candidate must have bachelor’s degree in a related field and be able to be accepted into a Mercyhurst graduate degree program (https://www.mercyhurst.edu/admissions-aid/grad). Additionally, candidates should have a great work ethic, be open to learning, confident in current skills, and possess professional communication skills. Qualified applicants must have the availability to work evenings and weekends.
