Women’s Basketball Graduate Assistant

Job Summary:

Kentucky Christian University is seeking a graduate student to coach, mentor, and lead student-athletes through their time at KCU. This position will have a hand in leading one or more multiple events (team events, practices, and games). The graduate assistant will emphasize the holistic growth of the student. KCU is committed to engaging students in a transformative educational experience that equips them as effective Christian professionals providing servant leadership for the church and society.

Vision and Mission:

The Women’s Basketball Graduate Residency Program aims to…

To foster a culture of excellence and growth within the women’s basketball program, where athletes are empowered to reach their fullest potential both on and off the court. Through dedication, mentorship, and collaboration, we aim to cultivate a community of student-athletes who excel academically, athletically, and spiritually.

As graduate assistants, the mission is to provide comprehensive support to the women’s basketball program, assisting coaches by developing student-athletes through personalized training, academic guidance, and character building. We are committed to upholding the values of teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement while striving to create a positive and competitive environment that inspires a lifelong love for the sport and prepares athletes for success beyond graduation.

Qualifications/Requirements:

The Graduate Residency Program intends to provide practical ministry experience, accompanied with academic studies, for 1-2 years for those students who are:

• undergraduate degree
• acceptance into one of KCU’s Master’s programs
• competed at the collegiate level in any event (special consideration for throws, jumps, hurdles, sprints, distance event groups)
• maintain 3.0 GPA ability to lead both in the spiritual and athletic realm

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

• sympathetic to the beliefs and mission of the Restoration Movement
• committed to regular spiritual formation practices and disciplines
• passion for working in an ethnically and spiritually diverse community
• spiritual and emotional maturity
• good communication & conflict resolution skills
• ability to maintain confidentiality

Contact Information:

Bianca O’Neal, Head Coach

bjoneal@kcu.edu

David Manning, Athletic Director

dsmanning@kcu.edu

How to Apply:

• Submit a resume
• Staff Application APPLY HERE LINK
• 300 Word essay on how sports can be used as a ministry.

Financial Support:

• Housing:

1. 1. Non-Married Students will be provided housing within one of KCU’s residential apartments.

1. 2. Married Students will have a 1-2 bedroom apartment reserved at a reduced monthly rate.

• Tuition: Full-tuition scholarship.
• Meals: Graduate Assistants will be provided with a fully-funded meal plan.

Subject to the United States Constitution, and all applicable state and federal laws, KCU does not discriminate in its employment practices.