Athletic Strength & Conditioning Assistant

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Athletic Strength & Conditioning Assistant

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Job Title

Athletic Strength & Conditioning Assistant

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Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

FLSA

Exempt

General Job Description

This is a professional position responsible for participating in the development, implementation, and supervision of the strength and conditioning program for the athletics department. Responsible for assisting in the managerial and operational duties of the Murphy Wellness Center. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Sports Performance Director.

Essential Job Functions

1. Participates in designing and instructing sport-specific strength and conditioning programs for preseason, in-season and off-season periods.

2. Assists with the management and operation of the Murphy Wellness Center, including but not limited to maintenance schedules and supervision of undergraduate and graduate student assistants.

3. Schedules strength and conditioning workouts for intercollegiate teams in the Murphy Wellness Center.

4. Works in conjunction with the sports medicine staff to ensure safety in the design and implementation of strength and conditioning programs for student-athletes.

Non-Essential Job Functions

1. Adheres to all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (

NCAA

), conference and university rules and regulations.

1. Attends university, conference,

NCAA

, and other organizational meetings as assigned.

1. Participates on university committees and task forces as assigned.

2. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The individual must possess the following skill and abilities or, using some other form of skills and abilities, be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

1. Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, university policies and procedures.

2. Knowledge of, or ability to learn, policies, procedures, and guidelines established by the conference and the

NCAA

.

1. Knowledge of strength development, speed and plyometric training, and nutrition.

2. Skill in using standard office equipment and software.

3. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

4. Ability to set priorities and complete assignments on time.

5. Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships with coaches, students, staff, and external constituents.

6. Ability to provide support for student development with a demonstrable concern for students.

7. Ability to obtain and maintain certified strength and conditioning specialist (

CSCS

) or strength and conditioning coach certification (

SCCC

).

1. Ability to maintain currency of knowledge and skills in area of responsibility.

Physical Demands

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree in kinesiology, exercise science or a related field is required.

Required Experience and Training

One year of related experience is required. Certified strength and conditioning specialist (

CSCS

) as administered by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (

NSCA

) and/or strength and conditioning coach certification (

SCCC

) through the Collegiate Strength Coaches Association (

CSCA

) is required prior to start date.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in intercollegiate athletic strength and conditioning training is preferred.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.

This is a safety-sensitive position subject to drug and alcohol testing.

This is an IT-sensitive position subject to Computer and Network Security policy.

Min Pay Rate

Mid Pay Rate

Salary Information

Commensurate with Experience

Specific Job Requirements/Duties for this Posting

Is Background Check Required?

Benefit and Retirement Eligibility

This position is eligible for participation in the Optional Retirement Program (

ORP

), subject to the position being full-time and at least 4 ½ months in length, or the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (

TRS

) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

EEO Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | S2024-149 | | Candidates Eligible to Apply | Open to all qualified applicants | | Number of Positions Available | 1 | | Posted Date | 10/17/2024 | | Review Start Date | | | Close Date | | | Work Schedule | Ability to adjust work hours as required due to events. Will require night and weekend work at times. Also may require holidays if schedule dictates. | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions to Applicants | | | Posting Quick Link | https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/12194 |

Contact Information

| Contact Name | Joshua Stoner | | Contact Phone | 936-468-4643 | | Contact Email | joshua.stoner@sfasu.edu | | Contact Information | |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What is the highest level of education attained?

   • GED
   • High School Diploma
   • Associate's Degree
   • Bachelor's Degree
   • Master's Degree
   • Ph.D./Ed.D.

2. * How many years of related experience do you have?

   • 0
   • 1
   • 2
   • 3
   • 4
   • 5
   • 6
   • 7
   • 8
   • 9
   • 10+

3. * Do you have experience with NCAA Intercollegiate Athletics?

   • Yes
   • No

4. * Will you be a certified strength and conditioning specialist as administered by the National Strength and Conditioning Association and/or have a strength and conditioning coach certification through the Collegiate Strength Coaches Association prior to your start date if selected for this position?

   • Yes
   • No

5. * Describe your experience with NCAA intercollegiate athletics, including experience specifically with NCAA Division I athletics.

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. List of References Optional Documents

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