POSITION: HSU Athletics Graduate Student Worker - Strength and Conditioning
D** EPARTMENT:** Athletics
S** UPERVISOR TITLE:** Head Strength and Conditioning Coach
F** LSA STATUS:** Non-Exempt
POSITION: HSU Athletics Graduate Student Worker - Strength and Conditioning
D** EPARTMENT:** Athletics
S** UPERVISOR TITLE:** Head Strength and Conditioning Coach
F** LSA STATUS:** Non-Exempt
Apply NowL** OCATION:** Abilene
TARGET HIRE DATE: 8/26/2024
CONTACT INFORMATION: James Burk at james.burk@hsutx.edu
SUMMARY/SCOPE:
The graduate student workers will be responsible for implementing strength and conditioning methods and practices with respective Hardin Simmons University sports. as well as assisting the head strength and conditioning coach with day to day operations such as cleaning, organizing, scheduling, and ensuring proper communication is consistent with all affiliated university staff and administration. Each graduate student worker must be outstanding citizens with the upmost character and desire to develop athletes physically, mentally, and spiritually.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The graduate student workers will oversee organizing and instructing training sessions among each of their respective university sports including, but not limited to strength training, speed and agility techniques, proper conditioning training, injury prevention, and overall well-being of every Hardin Simmons University athlete. Along with strength and conditioning trainings sessions, the graduate positions will need to have a background in Microsoft Excel, have an understanding of up-to-date technological platforms such as social media applications, organize and keep track of weight room cleaning schedules each week, develop communication channels among HSU coaches and athletic trainers, and prioritize the development of Hardin Simmons University athletes in every respective characteristic becoming of a Christian student athlete.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s Degree (preferred in the field of exercise science)
Minimum one year of strength and conditioning experience in intercollegiate athletics
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to physically move heavy equipment in loads of 100 pounds or more multiple yards of distance. Also, must be able to demonstrate and perform various strength movements as well as speed and agility techniques as well. Will be able to accommodate for disabilities if needed.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Graduate student workers must be able and willing to complete early morning duties as well as assist in occasional weekend sporting activities. Hours will be based off a flexible schedule so candidates must be readily adaptable to any circumstance or situation.
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:
HSU complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws including those prohibiting discrimination on the basis of age, sex, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, disability, genetic information and military service. HSU is a private university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas and may lawfully consider an applicant’s religion as a selection criterion. HSU is committed to hiring faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith and fully support HSU’s mission.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HSU provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment, except when the accommodation would impose an undue hardship. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be directed to Human Resources.
BACKGROUND SCREEN:
HSU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law. HSU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university’s financial and physical assets. Therefore, Hardin-Simmons University conducts background checks. Depending on the position, applicants may also be required to consent to a credit check as part of the background check process. As a non-profit institution of higher education committed to Christian faith and values, the University exercises its rights under state and federal law to use religion as a factor in making employment decisions.
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