Athletics - Graduate Assistant-Strength and Conditioning

Date: January 2024

Position Title: Graduate Assistant – Strength and Conditioning

Position Accountable To: Head Strength and Conditioning Coach

GENERAL SUMMARY :

Responsibilities include working with all phases of the strength and conditioning program that include but are not limited to: working with various athletic programs to develop physical strength, flexibility, speed, and agility utilizing program(s) designed to each athletic program’s needs. Coordinating with athletic staff on scheduling and the status of the program and /or student-athletes. Promoting a positive atmosphere in the facility. Assisting with the general upkeep of equipment and the facility. Other duties as assigned.

Develop a familiarity with NAIA rules and maintain the integrity of the athletic program through the appropriate application of these rules.

Provide excellent customer service to our students, donors, sponsors, alumni and all of our internal and external constituents.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

70% - Work with various athletic programs on strength and conditioning

Date: January 2024

Position Title: Graduate Assistant – Strength and Conditioning

Position Accountable To: Head Strength and Conditioning Coach

GENERAL SUMMARY :

Responsibilities include working with all phases of the strength and conditioning program that include but are not limited to: working with various athletic programs to develop physical strength, flexibility, speed, and agility utilizing program(s) designed to each athletic program’s needs. Coordinating with athletic staff on scheduling and the status of the program and /or student-athletes. Promoting a positive atmosphere in the facility. Assisting with the general upkeep of equipment and the facility. Other duties as assigned.

Develop a familiarity with NAIA rules and maintain the integrity of the athletic program through the appropriate application of these rules.

Provide excellent customer service to our students, donors, sponsors, alumni and all of our internal and external constituents.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

70% - Work with various athletic programs on strength and conditioning

20% - Coordinate with athletic staff

10% - Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor's Degree required. Bachelor’s degree in exercise science or related field preferred.

First Aid/ CPR/AED certification.

Progress towards CSCS and/or SCCC certification (preference to those already certified).

Previous experience in college athletics preferred.

Must be accepted in to the graduate program at Central Methodist University.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to lift 50lbs, stand on your feet for periods of three to five hours. Bending, walking, kneeling, stretching, and stooping.

Set up equipment and facility as needed

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form. Experience with Microsoft Word.

OTHER INFORMATION AND ATTRIBUTES:

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Candidates should submit an application, cover letter, and resume to Human Resources at HR@centralmethodist.edu.

CMU Employees provide collegial, collaborative contributions to their areas and the University as a whole. They should stimulate a harmonious, productive and inviting work environment that is customer service oriented. Each must maintain a commitment to the mission and purposes of CMU. Central Methodist University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it. CMU management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

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