Job Opportunities

The University of Jamestown is seeking subject matter experts and adjunct professors with expertise in one of the following disciplines to develop courses and teach online courses:

• Accounting
• Agribusiness
• Banking
• Business Administration
• Counseling
• Communication
• Computer Science
• Criminal Justice
• Cybersecurity
• Economics
• Information Technology
• Leadership
• Nursing
• Psychology
• Software Development
• Social Media Marketing and Analytics
• Videography

All adjunct faculty members must have a master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline in which they are teaching to teach at the undergraduate level and an earned doctorate to teach at the graduate level.

Interested applicants should send a cover letter, c.v./resume, and contact information for three references to Ellie Boese at Ellie.Boese@uj.edu

Established as Jamestown College in 1883 by members of the Presbyterian Church, the University of Jamestown is a private university rooted in the liberal arts tradition granting Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees as well as master’s degrees in Education, Leadership, and Clinical Counseling, a Fargo-based Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, and an exciting new initiative – UJ Accelerated – based in Phoenix. The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.

The University of Jamestown seeks to hire a nurse educator to serve as an Instructor or Assistant Professor of Nursing. Course assignments vary according to departmental needs and applicant area of expertise. The position is a fulltime, 9-month contract. This position will begin August 2023.

Minimum requirements:

• Earned master’s degree in nursing or current enrollment in a master’s degree program in nursing
• Five years’ experience in nursing
• Current unencumbered nursing license in the state of North Dakota, or the ability to obtain licensure.

Preferred requirements:

• Experience in mental health and/or medical surgical nursing
• Teaching experience at the college/university level
• ACLS/PALS certification, or willingness to obtain

Responsibilities: Didactic teaching of on-campus undergraduate nursing courses, labs, as well as clinical experiences in the community setting. In addition, faculty serve as student advisors and take part in departmental and campus wide committees.

Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts (unofficial) of graduate degree or proof of enrollment in a graduate program demonstrating satisfactory progress, contact information for three references, and a brief statement of your personal teaching philosophy and interests to Ellie Boese, Academic Affairs Administrative Assistant, at Ellie.Boese@uj.edu. Application review begins immediately and will continue until position is filled.

Established as Jamestown College in 1883 by members of the Presbyterian church, The University of Jamestown is a private, liberal arts university granting Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees as well as master’s degrees in Education, Leadership, and Clinical Counseling and a Fargo-based Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.

The University of Jamestown is seeking a full-time faculty member to teach in our on-campus Digital Design program as part of the Computer Science & Technology department. The successful candidate will demonstrate an understanding of the intersection of technology and the liberal arts within the field of digital and graphic design. The position is scheduled to begin in the fall of 2023.

Minimum requirements:
• Master’s degree in digital design or a related field.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud Suite and other relevant industry software.

Preferred requirements:
• Terminal degree in digital design or a related field.
• Previous higher education employment experience, including teaching and curriculum development.

Responsibilities:
Teaching courses related to the following:
• Graphic Design Theory
• Digital Design & Typography
• Layout & Design
• Web Development & Interactive Design
• Photo manipulation
• Video editing and animation
It will also be expected that the successful candidate will undertake an evaluation and redesign of the current Digital Design program in the first year of employment. The successful candidate will typically teach 12 credit hours per semester, be an advisor for undergraduate students, serve on a university committee, and conduct scholarly activity.

To Apply:
Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts (unofficial) of graduate degree or proof of enrollment in a graduate program demonstrating satisfactory progress, contact information for three references, and a brief statement of your personal teaching philosophy and interests to Ellie Boese, Academic Affairs Administrative Assistant, at Ellie.Boese@uj.edu. Application review begins immediately and will continue until position is filled.

About the University
Established as Jamestown College in 1883 by members of the Presbyterian church, The University of Jamestown is a private, liberal arts university granting Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees. Graduate programs include master’s degrees in Education, Leadership, and Clinical Counseling and doctoral degrees in Physical Therapy (DPT) and Clinical Research (PhD). The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.

The University of Jamestown invites applicants for full-time faculty position in Instrumental Music Education. Applicants must be committed to liberal arts undergraduate education and demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching, scholarship/creative activity, and service. The successful candidate will be an instrumental ensemble conductor, a highly effective teacher, and an enthusiastic recruiter who will continue to build the instrumental music program. The position is scheduled to begin in the fall of 2023.

Minimum requirements:

• Earned master’s degree in music

Preferred requirements:

• Earned doctorate in Music Education or Wind Conducting

Candidates with a master’s degree and significant experience as a public-school music teacher will be considered and are invited to apply.

Responsibilities:

Teaching duties will include an Elementary Music Methods course and a Music Technology course. Additional duties will involve conducting the Jazz Ensemble, giving oversight to the Athletic Bands, and conducting an additional instrumental ensemble to be determined. There will also be an expectation to teach applied lessons/techniques in either brass or woodwinds. The successful candidate will typically teach 12 credit hours per semester, be an advisor for undergraduate students, serve on a university committee, and conduct scholarly activity.

To Apply:

Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts (unofficial) of graduate degree or proof of enrollment in a graduate program demonstrating satisfactory progress, contact information for three references, and a brief statement of your personal teaching philosophy and interests to Ellie Boese, Academic Affairs Administrative Assistant, at Ellie.Boese@uj.edu. Application review begins immediately and will continue until position is filled.

About the University

Established as Jamestown College in 1883 by members of the Presbyterian church, The University of Jamestown is a private, liberal arts university granting Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees. Graduate programs master’s degrees in Education, Leadership, and Clinical Counseling and doctoral degrees in Physical Therapy (DPT) and Clinical Research (PhD). The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.

The University of Jamestown is seeking a full-time faculty member to teach courses in Economics and Agricultural Business in the department of Business, Accounting, and Economics. We are searching for candidates who are student oriented and who have a passion for teaching. The position is scheduled to begin in the fall of 2023.

Minimum requirements:

• Master’s degree in economics or business administration.

Preferred requirements:

• Terminal degree in economics, business, or a related field.
• Teaching experience at the higher education level.
• Professional experience in the agribusiness industry.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include on-campus teaching of various economics and agribusiness courses, depending on departmental needs and faculty interest and expertise. Courses include, but are not limited to:

• Personal Finance
• Financial Management
• Principles of Macroeconomics/Microeconomics
• Global Financial Markets
• History of Economic Thought
• Global Competition and Strategy
• International Economics
• American Economic History

The successful candidate will also advise on the creation of a new concentration in Agribusiness in the Business Management degree, including developing courses and curriculum. Typically, full-time faculty teach 12 credit hours per semester, serve as an advisor for undergraduate students, serve on a university committee, and conduct scholarly activity.

To Apply:

Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts (unofficial) of graduate degree or proof of enrollment in a graduate program demonstrating satisfactory progress, contact information for three references, and a brief statement of your personal teaching philosophy and interests to Ellie Boese, Academic Affairs Administrative Assistant, at Ellie.Boese@uj.edu. Application review begins immediately and will continue until position is filled.

About the University

Established as Jamestown College in 1883 by members of the Presbyterian church, The University of Jamestown is a private, liberal arts university granting Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees. Graduate programs master’s degrees in Education, Leadership, and Clinical Counseling and doctoral degrees in Physical Therapy (DPT) and Clinical Research (PhD). The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.

The University of Jamestown is seeking a full-time faculty member to teach in the accounting program in the department of Business, Accounting, and Economics. We are searching for candidates who are student oriented and who have a passion for teaching. The position is scheduled to begin in the fall of 2023.

Minimum requirements:

• Master’s degree in accounting or business administration.
• Candidate must hold the CPA credential.

Preferred requirements:

• Terminal degree in accounting, business, or a related field.
• Additional professional designations (CMA, CIA).
• Teaching experience at the higher education level.
• Significant professional experience in public or managerial accounting.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include on-campus teaching of various accounting courses, depending on departmental needs and faculty interest and expertise. Courses include, but are not limited to:

• Principles of Accounting
• Income Tax Accounting
• Intermediate Accounting
• Cost/Managerial Accounting
• Government/Not-for-profit Accounting
• Business Law
• Auditing
• Advanced Accounting

The successful candidate will typically teach 12 credit hours per semester, be an advisor for undergraduate students, serve on a university committee, and conduct scholarly activity.

To Apply:

Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts (unofficial) of graduate degree or proof of enrollment in a graduate program demonstrating satisfactory progress, contact information for three references, and a brief statement of your personal teaching philosophy and interests to Ellie Boese, Academic Affairs Administrative Assistant, at Ellie.Boese@uj.edu. Application review begins immediately and will continue until position is filled.

About the University

Established as Jamestown College in 1883 by members of the Presbyterian church, The University of Jamestown is a private, liberal arts university granting Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees. Graduate programs master’s degrees in Education, Leadership, and Clinical Counseling and doctoral degrees in Physical Therapy (DPT) and Clinical Research (PhD). The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.

The University of Jamestown Libraries is seeking an Electronic Resources and Distance Learning Librarian (ERDLL) who is responsible for providing optimized access to the libraries’ online resources, overseeing the technical service department operations, and providing research assistance primarily to UJ’s Graduate and Professional Studies (GPS) program students, faculty, and staff. The ERDLL reports to the Director of Libraries and works closely with colleagues in the Reference and Instruction Services. The position is vacant and is available immediately.

Minimum requirements:

• Master’s degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA-accredited program, or other relevant advanced information science degree at the time of hire.
• Coursework or experience with teaching information literacy skills and providing reference services.
• Coursework or experience in descriptive cataloging, and subject classification of materials in all formats.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, set appropriate priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and in a collaborative team setting.

Preferred requirements:

• Knowledge of online databases, electronic resources, and integrated library systems as applied to the academic library setting.
• Experience working with library systems, preferably ExLibris Alma, and other tools such as Springshare products.
• Strong commitment to information literacy, customer service, and support of the academic and research needs of students, faculty, and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to instruct on-campus and distance students in the use of library resources, both electronic and print.
• Ability to work a flex schedule to meet the demands of the position, including evenings and occasional weekends.

Responsibilities:

1. Serves as the liaison librarian for UJ’s Graduate and Professional Studies (GPS) to engage in the promotion of online collections, subject guides, and reference services.
2. Develops and maintains research guides and tutorials to support GPS students and faculty educational and research activities.
3. Provides support and training to GPS users for the libraries’ electronic resources including databases, citation management, and research tools.
4. Provides one-to-one virtual and in-person research help consultation for GPS students.
5. Serves as the primary systems manager for ALMA/Primo (ExLibris) library integrated system and provides technical expertise for library staff.
6. Develops and maintains documentation of cataloging and metadata workflows and procedures for continuous improvement of library resource discovery and access.
7. Performs electronic resources maintenance work such as activating or deactivating subscriptions, updating vendor authentication settings, checking Permalinks, and troubleshooting online access issues.
8. Analyzes and interprets electronic usage statistics such as counter reports and turnaways in support of implementing user-centered library collections and services.
9. Serve on University committees as appropriate and maintain professional knowledge through participation in appropriate state, regional, and national library (and related) organizations.
10.   Other library-related duties and projects as assigned.
11.   Primary work location is negotiable: Jamestown or Fargo, ND. Travel between the two campuses is required for training and department meetings.

To Apply:

Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts (unofficial) of graduate degree or proof of enrollment in a graduate program demonstrating satisfactory progress, contact information for three references, and a brief statement of your personal teaching philosophy and interests to Ellie Boese, Academic Affairs Administrative Assistant, at Ellie.Boese@uj.edu. Application review begins immediately and will continue until position is filled.

About the University

Established as Jamestown College in 1883 by members of the Presbyterian church, The University of Jamestown is a private, liberal arts university granting Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees. Graduate programs master’s degrees in Education, Leadership, and Clinical Counseling and doctoral degrees in Physical Therapy (DPT) and Clinical Research (PhD). The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.

The University of Jamestown Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program is hiring for a core faculty who will contribute to the mission of the University of Jamestown and the DPT program.

Minimum Qualifications:

• DPT degree
• Current Physical Therapy (PT) license and eligible for PT license in North Dakota

Preferred Qualifications in Addition to Minimum Qualifications:

• Clinical experience as a pediatric physical therapist
• Academic doctorate degree (PhD, DSc, or EdD)
• Board-certified clinical specialist
• Teaching experience
• Research experience

Core Faculty Position Responsibilities:

The position is a 12-month full-time commitment. The position will include teaching, which includes course development, primary instruction, team-teaching, and participation in curricular meetings. Teaching responsibilities include areas of expertise. Other areas of teaching will be considered based on teaching interest and program needs.

As a full time faculty member, service and the development of an active scholarly research agenda will also be required.  Teaching and research mentorship will be provided.  Service may include participation in program committee work, accreditation work, and other activities assigned by the UJPT Program Director. Faculty members are also allowed to maintain some clinical hours in order to maintain currency in the clinic for professional development.

Benefits

Professional development, conference leave/funding, APTA membership dues, state chapter membership dues, state licensure fees, retirement plan, and health insurance. Funding and support available for academic doctoral degree completion.

The Community

The greater Fargo/Moorhead area is a dynamic, growing, urban center of approximately 200,000 people and is the cultural, retail, manufacturing, educational, and healthcare center of the region. Fargo was recently ranked #11 best place to live in the United States; Forbes has previously rated Fargo #1 in Small Places for Business and Careers. Located 40 miles from Minnesota lakes country, Fargo is close to exceptional outdoor recreational opportunities and is served by an international airport.

Submitted Applications Must Include:

• Cover Letter: 1-2-page letter that includes why you are interested in the core faculty position, what attributes you would bring to the Program based on your experience, and how you would contribute to the University and Program mission.
• Curriculum Vitae that demonstrates qualifications for the core faculty position.
• Contact information for 3 professional references

Application review will begin immediately, and preference will be given to applications received by March 27^th, 2023. Incomplete applications will not be considered. For questions about the position, contact the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. James Schanandore at james.schanandore@uj.edu or 701-356-2136 x 5909.

Completed applications should be submitted via email, fax, or mail.

Email: james.schanandore@uj.edu
Fax: 701-263-4492
Mail: University of Jamestown Physical Therapy Program 4190 26th Ave S, Fargo, ND, 58104

University of Jamestown prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment in all aspects of employment, educational programs, activities, and admissions. University of Jamestown prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, family medical history or genetic information, disability, political affiliation, military or veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or other status with respect to which discrimination would be unlawful. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, University of Jamestown prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex (i.e., sexual misconduct and relationship violence, including sexual assault and harassment) in all of its educational programs and activities.

The University of Jamestown, Department of Residence Life is accepting applications for a Resident Director – Staff in Residence position.

Residence Life Mission

The Residence Life department at the University of Jamestown fosters engaging communities where students have the opportunity to live, learn, and thrive. We foster engaging communities by developing a sense of belongings, provide opportunities for growth, and developing safe and supportive living learning environments.

Duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
– Provide direct supervision to undergraduate Resident Assistant (RA) staff; conducting regular staff meetings and staff one-on-one meetings.

– Manage and organize residence halls operations, including, but not limited to, room assignments, rosters, emergency cards, roommate contracts, keys, check-in/outs, building maintenance/custodial requests, and general upkeep of the building housing operations

– Assist in housing processes such as sign-up, reassignments, and check-ins/check-outs.

– Carry out health and safety checks and inspect rooms upon checkout; assessing fines and damages as needed

– Participate in recruitment, selection, training, and evaluation of residence life staff members and participate in all trainings

– Support community building and development in the halls and across campus

– Support and implement residence hall programming specifically targeted for particular student populations; coordinating with Assistant Resident Director and Resident Assistants as needed

– Attend all major programming events in the residence hall

– Expected to adhere to and sign upon employment, the Residence Life Mission, Values, and Ethics Statement

– Know, enforce, and abide by all college and general law enforcement policies

– Serve as a role model for the campus community

– Ensure safety and security of the residence halls and across campus; including all crisis response

– Participate in campus on-call professional staff rotation and schedule residence hall building coverage

– Must work at least one holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, Spring Break, and Easter).  Must meet expectations set by the Director of Residence Life

– Respect and maintain appropriate staff and student confidentiality

– Maintain general understanding of Residence Hall needs and student concerns

– Serve as an independent, neutral third party who assists students in resolving problems, concerns, and complaints through informal means: counseling, negotiation, and mediation

– Escalate “advanced” student issues to the appropriate resources, on or off campus and follow up as needed

– Provide point of contact for the students throughout their matriculation, focused on building rapport and relationships

– Responsible for continued design, development, implementation, and evaluation of programs that potentially impact retention

– Responsible for maintaining and reporting residence hall budget; submitting purchase orders as needed

– Coordinate educational discipline processes for both residents and student staff in respective complexes (Housing Student Conduct)

– Performs other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to Judicial Responsibilities, Counseling/ Conflict Management, Administrative/Budgetary Responsibilities
– This position is considered a “Live On” position, and the Residence Director is expected to reside on campus within an assigned residence hall, Residence Director apartment.

Compensation Information

Housing: Partially furnished apartment within a residence hall

Meal Plan: Based on your needs, you will have the opportunity to select one of four meal plan options at the University of Jamestown

Stipend: $5,000 for the Academic Year (Fall, Spring, and Summer)

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred.  Previous residence life experience or leadership experience working with college aged students is preferred.

To apply:  For consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to the Director of Residence Life – Gabe Martinez at gabriel.martinez@uj.edu

Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. The University of Jamestown is an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

The University of Jamestown (NAIA), located in Jamestown, ND, is seeking applicants for a
Graduate Assistant for our men’s wrestling program.

UJ is a member of the Great Plains Athletic Conference and competes in the state-of-the-art Harold Newman Arena. UJ also has a large wrestling room and weight room.

A graduate assistant coaching position at the University of Jamestown offers the successful applicant a path towards a coaching career. The ideal candidate will have a strong wrestling background and the knowledge to assist the program with coaching, practice planning, recruiting, office work and all other phases of the men’s wrestling program. The successful applicant must acquire a valid CDL license by the beginning of the season and the candidate must be willing to drive for team travel.

UJ has multiple Graduate programs.
https://www.uj.edu/prospective-students/graduate-students

Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree, acceptance to a Graduate Program at the University of Jamestown, previous collegiate playing or coaching experience, functional computer skills,
communication skills and a strong work ethic.

This position includes graduate tuition.

To apply to graduate school at the University of Jamestown, visit
https://my.uj.edu/ics/Admissions/Online_Forms.jnz

To apply for the position, send resume, cover letter, and the names and contact
information of three references to:

Jim Zalesky, head men’s wrestling coach
James.Zalesky@uj.edu

Application Deadline:
Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the
position is filled.

The University of Jamestown (NAIA), located in Jamestown, ND, is seeking applications for two Sports Information Graduate Assistants.

A graduate assistant position at the University of Jamestown offers the successful applicant a path towards a professional career.

The successful candidate will assist the Sports Information Director in all facets of the sports information office. They will assist with game management, including in-game stat keeping using DakStats software, coordinating webcasts of home events using Production Truck/Wirecast software, and other game day duties as assigned.

They will assist the SID with website management, including game stories and sport program updates.  They will also promote University of Jamestown student-athletes and coaches across traditional and emerging media communication vehicles.  A successful candidate will be able to help with the design and layout of several publications, historical research and accurate archiving of athletic records, and building photographical databases.

The Graduate Assistant will serve as in-house sports information representative when the SID is on the road with UJ teams. The Graduate Assistant may be required to travel with teams on certain occasions.

Requirements include: a familiarity with college sports, strong grasp of English language and ability to write coherent press releases and sports stories, and the willingness to learn on the fly. The successful applicant must be available for the majority of fall, winter, and spring; including evenings and weekends.

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree and must be accepted into University of Jamestown graduate school. Applicants should have strong oral and written communication skills. Previous experience with Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, DakStats, and Microsoft Office software is a plus. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency with social media (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram) to promote news and events accordingly.

UJ’s Master of Arts in Leadership program gives leaders ethical and practical leadership skills for organizations to thrive in the 21st century.

This position includes graduate tuition and meal plan.

To apply to graduate school at the University of Jamestown, visit https://my.uj.edu/ics/Admissions/Online_Forms.jnz

To apply for the position, send resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three references to:

Ryan Mikkelson

Sports Information Director

RMikkels@uj.edu

Application Deadline: Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Established as Jamestown College in 1883 by members of the Presbyterian Church, the University of Jamestown is a private, liberal arts university granting Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees as well as master’s degrees in education, leadership, and clinical counseling, and a Fargo-based Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.

The University of Jamestown, located in Jamestown, ND, is seeking motivated and organized applicants to serve as the

Graduate Assistant Coach for the men’s and women’s track and field programs for the academic years beginning in the Fall of 2022 and ending

after the Spring semester of 2024. The candidate must have a background in track & field along with communication,

organizational and supervisory skills with the ability to show mature and responsible leadership and work well in a team

environment. The successful candidate will embrace and promote the mission of the University of Jamestown.

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelors Degree Required
• Acceptance into the Graduate Program Required
• Must submit to a criminal background check, subject to review and approval by the University of Jamestown

Preferred:

• Competed as a collegiate track & field student-athlete at any level
• Interest in pursuing a career in coaching
• General understanding of the mechanics of different training groups
• Efficient multi-tasking, time management and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and face to face interaction skills
• Ability to obtain a CDL license to drive a people mover bus for some meet travel

Job Responsibilities (include but are not limited to the following):

• Assist in organizing, scheduling and running practices
• Assist with monitoring academics and providing athletes with resources/solutions for academic success
• Communication with players via email, GroupMe, text messages or phone calls
• Recruiting efforts, including campus visits, traveling to junior or high school meets, etc.
• Fundraising efforts
• Assist with community service efforts
• Assist with management of Social Media accounts

Physical Demands:

• Work outside in potentially extreme weather and temperatures at meets
• Stand and/or walk for extended periods of time
• Work potentially long hours, including early mornings
• Lift and transport equipment up to 50 lbs.

Compensation:

• Graduate Tuition
• Expenses for work related travel such as lodging and meals is covered by UJ
• GA will be provided polos, pullovers and other Jimmie Gear

Application for Admission:

• Consideration for the position is contingent upon successful admission to a graduate program. Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to begin the admissions application immediately. Please note that the admissions process for the graduate school program is separate from the application for this GA position. The University of Jamestown is an Affirmative

Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

• Graduate Assistants are only permitted to apply for admission into the Master of Arts in Leadership, which offers paths of

Sport Leadership, Business, Non-Profit and Health Care.

Application Instructions:

• Resumes for this position will be accepted via email at austin.hieb@uj.edu
• Please include cover letter, resume, and three professional references

The University of Jamestown Department of Strength, Conditioning & Campus Wellness is accepting applications for a Graduate Assistant to begin in the Fall of 2023

Qualifications: Acceptance into a master’s degree program at the University of Jamestown, SCCC or CSCS certification, CPR/First Aid certification, attention to detail, punctuality, enthusiasm, and a strong work ethic.

Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references in one PDF document to Ryder Weischedel, Director of Strength, Conditioning & Campus Wellness, via e-mail: Ryder.Weischedel@uj.edu.

University of Jamestown is seeking applicants for the position of Women’s Soccer graduate assistant (GA) for a 2-year period, beginning August 1, 2023. Qualified applicants will assist in fostering a highly competitive and positive team culture where high-quality relationships with fellow coaches and student-athletes are emphasized. The GA will collaborate with the head coach to prepare practice plans and directly assist with strategic and personnel decisions.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Recruiting student-athletes, on and off field skill instruction, goalkeeper training, office duties, assist with daily practice plans, and other administration/operational duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Coaching experience is desired with the purpose of coaching as a career
• Must have a valid driver’s license and willing to get a CDL.
• Bachelor’s degree and acceptance into the University of Jamestown Graduate programs.
• Great communication skills

This is a 2-year position determined by program of student. Compensation includes full tuition, free housing, and an on-campus meal plan.

Please send all cover letter, resume, and references to Nbecker@uj.edu.

This position reports to the Head Coach. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: recruiting, coaching, counseling, player development, monitoring academic progress, scouting, alumni events, fundraising events and other duties assigned by the head coach or athletic director. 

Recruiting- includes travel, identification of potential student athletes, phone calls to both US and international students. Will travel five to six times per year and depends on the recruiting class.

Coaching includes planning preseason sessions, along with dynamic protocol each week and working hand in hand with Head Coach on each day’s tactical session.  Traveling to all games and dealing with game day events.

Office duties include setting up contests, hotel booking, putting travel itineraries together, valid driver’s license for CDL license and managing equipment duties.

Please send all resume, cover letter, and job references to Dean Stork, Head Coach, at dean.stork@uj.edu.

The University of Jamestown is seeking a motivated, competitive, high-energy individual to serve as Graduate Assistant for our Men’s Volleyball program.  The GA for volleyball will support the head and assistant volleyball coaches and be responsible for assisting with practices, recruitment, retention, fundraising, camps and the overall student-athlete experience.

Specific elements include but are not limited to:

• Coach the position(s) or segments necessary as directed by the head coach.
• Assists in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of practices and game plans as necessary.
• Assists head coach in oversight of academic programming.
• Serve as head coach for the JV program.
• Recruit individual student-athletes or territories as directed by the head coach.
• Drive University or rental vehicles as needed.  Complete training to receive a Class C CDL.
• Perform special and/or additional duties as required by the Director of Athletics.

Qualifications:

• Successfully admitted into the University of Jamestown Graduate Program
• Good organizational skills
• Strong encourager
• Strong social media skills
• Communication and people skills, working relationships with staff, faculty, and community
• Time management skills
• Coaching experience preferred.
• Follows instructions
• Promotes a positive, community culture.
• Growth mindset
• Brings out the best in others

To apply: Send resumé, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three professional references to Head Coach Travers Cox, travers.cox@uj.edu.