Assistant Coach - Strength & Conditioning

Salary/Position Classification

• $46,000 - $49,754 annual, Exempt
• 40 hours per week
• This position will work onsite our Grand Forks, ND campus.

Salary/Position Classification

• $46,000 - $49,754 annual, Exempt
• 40 hours per week
• This position will work onsite our Grand Forks, ND campus.

Purpose of Position

The purpose of this position is to assist the Director of Strength & Conditioning with all aspects of Division I strength and conditioning training program. This position provides comprehensive assistance to the Athletics Department in the area of providing strength and conditioning instruction to assigned teams. This position will provide instruction to assigned teams that includes teaching proper skills and techniques, teaching basic physical health concepts to include nutritional education, teaching team and individual leadership concepts/skills as well as providing general safety instruction. Must have a commitment to compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations. Must provide support and encouragement and ensure the safety and well-being of the student-athletes.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide instruction specific to assigned teams that includes teaching proper skills and techniques, teaching basic physical health concepts, team teaching and individual leadership concepts

  • Assist with developing and promoting all facets of the University’s strength training program.
  • Design all instructional/training in-season/off-season strength & conditioning programs specific to assigned teams and individuals.
  • Collaborate with sport coaches and sports medicine staff to optimize athlete health, wellness, development, and performance.
  • Teach basic physical health concepts (to include nutritional education) specific to assigned teams and individuals.
  • Provide instruction related to team and leadership concepts/skills specific to assigned teams and individuals.
  • Provide general safety instruction for all activities in which the team and/or individuals participate. Specifically instruct student-athletes on safe training and exercise techniques.
  • Provide support and encouragement to promote the mental well-being of the student-athletes.
  • Serve as a role model and demonstrate a professional working relationship with student-athletes.
  • Assist as needed with the ordering, stocking, and disseminating nutritional post-workout products to assigned teams and individuals (including the nutrition center).
  • Assist with strength and sport camps and clinics as needed and assigned.
  • Assist with facility and equipment maintenance. 

• Recruitment of prospective student athletes

  • Participate in on-campus recruiting visits for teams and individuals assigned.
  • Other recruiting duties as assigned by Director.
  • Follow all NCAA, Conference, & UND rules and regulations as it relates to recruitment of prospective student-athletes.

• Social media, public relations and fundraising

  • Contribute to the social media presence for the strength and conditioning instructional program.
  • Develop community support for the program and participate in Athletics department and fundraising activities, as assigned.
  • Serve as a role model and demonstrate a professional working relationship with student-athletes, staff, administration, alumni, and general public.

Required Competencies

• Must have effective professional working relationship with student-athletes, staff, administration, alumni, and general public.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Must have commitment to NCAA compliance and follow all NCAA, Conference, and UND rules and regulations.
• Must provide support and encouragement and ensure the safety and well-being of the student athletes including having a valid driver’s license.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science/Kinesiology or Wellness or similar field.
• 2 years collegiate S&C experience (graduate assistant or employee).
• Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist/Coach (SCCC) . Must show proof in application materials.
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certified (all three). Must show copies of certification cards.
• Experience instructing student athletes on safe training and exercise techniques.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Other License(s) or Certification(s): First Aid/CPR/AED certified, CSCS or SCCC.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. _ This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment. _

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree.
• Working experience assisting with Division I athletics (any sport).
• 1 year of programming experience with collegiate athletics at the NCAA or NAIA level.
• Collegiate playing experience as a student-athlete (any sport) as the NCAA or NAIA level.