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Corban University 2016/2017 Graduate Assistant Graduate Assistant – Sports Information Job Announcement Application instructions at bottom of announcement Corban University’s Athletic Department invites applicants for the position of graduate assistant. Corban University is an independent educational institution which exists to educate Christians who will make a difference in the world for Jesus Christ. A personal relationship with Jesus Christ is required for all employees and students. Within these guidelines, it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all applicants, employees and students and not to discriminate on the basis of gender, disability, race, color, national origin or age in access to, or treatment in employment, unless it relates to job performance. Responsibilities: Assist the Sports Information Director with all aspects of an NAIA sports information office. Duties include operation of The Automated Scorebook (Statcrew), Stretch Internet for live stats, and Stretch/Wirecast for streaming; covering home events as a statistician, announcer, etc.; writing press releases and season summaries; marketing/managing promotional events; managing rosters, archives, and social media; update and enhance the web site; creation of movies through iMovie; and other duties as assigned. Qualifications:  The candidate must be able to be accepted by one of Corban University’s Graduate Programs (School of Education & Counseling, School of Business or School of Ministry) is required. Degrees and description of the degrees can be found at http://www.corban.edu/academics/.  Knowledge and experience of sports required.  Previous participation in a sports information program preferred.  The successful candidate will have a clear understanding of the NAIA philosophy and the role of physical education and athletics within a Christian, collegiate setting.  Candidates must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and be in agreement with Corban’s statement of faith, as described at the following website: http://www.corban.edu/about/faith/index.html Appointment: August 2016 Tuition: Candidate will receive financial assistance towards a Master’s degree program of their choice provided by Corban University. Other compensation might be available. Institutional Requirements: Corban University is a private, co-educational, university of liberal arts, ministry and professional studies with a mission to educate Christians who will make a difference in the world for Jesus Christ. All employees are expected to model servant leadership to customers, including other employees, students and the public. Corban values and encourages qualified applicants who are diverse in gender, age, ethnicity, race and/or ability, and seeks candidates who will interact with the Corban community in a way that reflects a commitment to cultural proficiency. Where permitted by law and consistent

with the school’s history, mission and core values, Corban exercises religious preference throughout the University. Candidates must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, evidence a mature Christian faith and be an active member in a local church.

Working Conditions: Irregular work hours. Frequent evenings and weekends. While the majority of the work required will take place within the season of the sport, required off-season duties are also included and are tied to total compensation. TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should submit the following:      

Corban University Staff Application found on our website at www.corban.edu/employment Cover letter Current resume Transcripts Brief testimony and statement of current ministry involvement Names, phone numbers, and emails of three professional references that can attest to your ability and experience relating to the job description

SEND INFORMATION VIA EMAIL OR MAIL TO: ATTN: Danny Day, Sports Information Director Corban University Athletics 5000 Deer Park Drive SE Salem, OR 97317‐9392 [email protected] Application deadline: open until filled