Sports Science/Strength and Conditioning Graduate Assistant - Student Employment

Saint Xavier University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Xavier University is seeking a Graduate Assistant in Strength and Conditioning to assist with sport-specific training, testing, and injury prevention programs for athletic teams. The GA will support administration, coaching staff, and athletic trainers to deliver integrated performance and nutrition planning.

The role requires active enrollment in a graduate program (Exercise Science or related field) and eligibility for Federal Work-Study, with an emphasis on strong communication,

Qualifications

• Must be a student at Saint Xavier University and eligible for Federal Work Study.
• Bachelor's degree is required; full-time enrollment in a graduate program must meet eligibility requirements for admission to Graduate Studies at Saint Xavier University.
• Undergrad in exercise science or related field of study.
• National certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implements and monitors sport-specific strength training programs and sport-specific speed, agility and conditioning programs for teams and individual athletes.
• Oversees and executes athlete testing and monitoring, including data management and reporting.
• Works in partnership with administration, coaching staff and athletic training staff to provide an integrated program of injury prevention, performance training and nutritional planning.
• Monitors the weight room and safe lifting techniques of student-athletes when possible.
• Operate/oversee social media accounts for the strength and conditioning department.
• Meeting with potential student-athletes in the recruiting process.
• Performs related duties as assigned by the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach and Director of the graduate program in Exercise Science.

Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Professionalism

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate program enrollment

Exercise science background

National certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary

The graduate assistant (GA) for strength and conditioning will assist the head strength and conditioning coach in all areas of athletic development. This will include, but is not limited to, the items listed within the responsibilities and duties. The term of this position begins on August 1st and ends on May 31st or at the end of the academic year outlined by the graduate program.

Skills

This student employment opportunity supports the development of skills aligned with the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Readiness Competencies. Through this role, students will strengthen the following competencies:

• Communication: Students build communication skills by practicing clear, respectful, and professional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication in a workplace setting.
• Critical Thinking: Students build critical thinking skills by applying judgment, solving problems, prioritizing tasks, maintaining accuracy, and using feedback to improve their work.
• Professionalism: Students build professionalism by practicing dependability, accountability, confidentiality when applicable, workplace etiquette, and respectful service in a workplace setting.
• Teamwork: Students build teamwork skills by collaborating with supervisors, staff, and peers to support department goals, assist others, and contribute to a positive work environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Implements and monitors sport-specific strength training programs and sport-specific speed, agility and conditioning programs for teams and individual athletes
• Oversees and executes athlete testing and monitoring, including data management and reporting.
• Works in partnership with administration, coaching staff and athletic training staff to provide an integrated program of injury prevention, performance training and nutritional planning
• Monitors the weight room and safe lifting techniques of student-athletes when possible
• Operate/oversee social media accounts for the strength and conditioning department
• Meeting with potential student-athletes in the recruiting process
• Performs related duties as assigned by the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach and Director of the graduate program in Exercise Science.

Qualifications

• MUST BE A STUDENT AT SAINT XAVIER UNIVERSITY
• Must be Federal Work Study Eligible
• Must Include a Resume and Cover Letter
• Bachelor's degree is required and full-time enrollment in a graduate program must meet eligibility requirements for admission to Graduate Studies at Saint Xavier University
• National certification preferred
• Undergrad in exercise science or related field of study
• Previous coaching experience preferred
• Ability to demonstrate and teach Olympic lifts, running mechanics and change of direction mechanics
• The candidate will possess a good work ethic, attention to detail, ability to manage sensitive and confidential student information and a familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Proficiency in social media is preferred
• Strong communication skills are preferred
• Upholds and supports the mission of Saint Xavier University

Description Of Hours

10 hours per week will be the time commitment to the MSES within the athletics department. Students who are GA's will be paid through the Federal Work Study program at an hourly rate.

Additional Expectations

We inspire success by working together to provide meaningful, personalized service in a spirit of excellence. SXU seeks candidates that deliver value-added services in a responsive, collaborative, effective, and respectful manner.

The University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from individuals with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Saint Xavier University affirms its position as a Catholic institution, inspired by the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy, and asserts its rights to employ persons who subscribe to the mission, vision and core values of the University.

Saint Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other factors protected by law. Hiring decisions will be based on the bona fide occupational qualifications of each applicant.