School of Human Performance and Leisure Science
Movement Science, MS
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Movement Science, General (MS)
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Master of Science (MS) in Movement Science - General

Graduate Assistant, Coaching
These graduate assistant positions are offered through the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: assisting the head coach in all phases of the program, recruiting, organizing practice sessions, game preparation, individual player development, scouting, and other duties as assigned. A bachelor's degree required and collegiate playing/coaching experience in the sport is desired.

Graduate Assistant, Athletic Training
The graduate assistant positions offered through the Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences are available in two formats. Two on-campus appointments of two years each include assignments to collegiate teams and responsibilities for mentoring pre-clinical undergraduate program majors in athletic training. The second format available is for off-campus single or multiple year assignments to area high schools serving as substitute instructional staff with additional responsibility as assistant or head athletic trainer.

Graduate Assistant, Campus Recreation
Graduate positions are offered through the Office of Campus Recreation. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: officiating in various competitive & non-competitive sports at an intramural level; recruiting, training, and supervising work-study staff; assisting with marketing and promotion of all recreational activities and programs; and instructing and/or assisting in wellness class offerings. A bachelor's degree is required and the applicant must be pursuing either a Sport Management or Exercise Science master's degree through the Barry's Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences.

Graduate Assistant, Sports Information
The sports information graduate assistant is responsible for assisting the director of sports information in publicizing Barry's 12-sport intercollegiate athletics program. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: writing press releases, assisting with production of media guides and game programs and helping with home event management for all sports, as well as handling other duties as assigned. A bachelor's degree in journalism, English, communications or related field is required. Applicants should have solid writing and interpersonal communication skills, and previous experience working with Stat Crew software for Basketball and The Automated Scorebook for Baseball / Softball, soccer and volleyball. In addition, the successful candidate should have experience working with desktop publishing software including PageMaker and Photoshop. Must be willing to work during home events, at night and on weekends.

Graduate Assistant, Athletic Administration
This position is one requiring a responsible motivated candidate who has completed a baccalaureate degree. Responsibilities for this administrative position in the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics includes include, but are not limited to, working with the assistant to the dean in supporting the department's study hall/ class attendance program, assisting in daily operations of the athletic program, and being able to interact effectively with students, faculty, staff, and coaches. Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office software, and ability to organize/prioritize/follow through on projects is necessary. An undergraduate background in sport management is preferred.

Barry University does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, or physical limitation. The University is an equal opportunity employer.

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