Strength and Conditioning Coach (Graduate Assistant)

University Of The, Inc.arnate Word; Mission (KS); On-site; USD 2,000 - 3,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Stipend of $2,100

Job summary

A higher education institution in Mission, Kansas is seeking a Graduate Assistant for the Strength and Conditioning Coach position. This role involves assisting with strength training for athletes and maintaining facilities. A passion for student-athlete success, strong communication skills, and enrollment in the UIW graduate program are essential. This position offers a stipend of $2,100 and tuition waiver, requiring 25 hours of work per week, including some evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Passionate about assisting student-athletes in reaching their athletic performance and personal goals.
• Willingness to enforce weight-room rules and NCAA regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with strength and conditioning for all UIW athletes.
• Schedule and organize training and testing.
• Maintain weight room and equipment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teaching Olympic lifts

Ability to work with diverse communities

Education

UIW graduate student or acceptance to UIW graduate program

Job description

Strength and Conditioning Coach (Graduate Assistant)

Position Summary: The Strength and Conditioning Coach (Graduate Assistant) will assist with strength and conditioning for all UIW athletes. This role reports to the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for scheduling, training, testing, organization and administration of teams as assigned by the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach, including educating student‑athletes in areas of nutrition and banned substances.
• Assist directly with the football program as needed.
• Maintain the weight room, supplement areas and all equipment.
• Work effectively with sports medicine personnel, sport coaches, administration and university staff.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Sincere desire and passion to assist student‑athletes in reaching their athletic performance and personal goals.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness to enforce weight‑room, UIW athletic department rules and policies, and NCAA rules.
• Proficient in teaching the Olympic lifts and variations.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Adherence to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference and the NCAA.

Required Education

UIW graduate student or acceptance to UIW graduate program.

Required Work Experience

None.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year working in a collegiate strength & conditioning program.
• Prior experience as a collegiate student‑athlete.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

Documented progress toward any or all of the following certifications: S.C.C.C, USAW, C.S.C.S.

Work Hours & Physical Demands

• 25 hours per week, varied hours; some night & weekend hours required at select points of the calendar year.
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs.

Salary

$2,100 stipend + tuition waiver.

Equal Opportunity Employer

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).