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Department:

Athletics

Locations:

Springfield, OH

Posted:

May 29, 2024

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Part-time

Ref.No.:

1-90050-50101

PositionID:

177041

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About Wittenberg University:

In surveying the grounds of what is now Wittenberg University, the Rev. Ezra Keller, the college's first president and founder, remarked: "This is a lovely spot for a literary institution." Today, that lovely spot encompasses more than 100 acres of rolling hills and hollows in southwestern Ohio, with architecturally distinctive structures that embrace Wittenberg's past and provide a beautiful backdrop to the teaching excellence and Lutheran-affiliated learning environment that has defined Wittenberg University since its founding in 1845. Nationally recognized for accessible professors,engaging classroom experiences, service opportunities, and valued athletics traditions,Wittenberg is home to 1,500 students, 60 majors, minors and special programs,three graduate programs, and 23 varsity sports.

Wittenberg is a NCAA Division III institution participating in the North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC) and offers a broad-based intercollegiate athletics program with 23 varsity teams - 11 for men and 12 for women - and numerous club and intramural opportunities. Annually, Wittenberg places among the top four in the North Coast Athletic Conference All-sports standings.

Job Description:

Wittenberg University has an opening for a Graduate Assistant (GA) Coach for Strength & Conditioning beginning in the 2024 fallsemester. The university offers a Master's in Sport Administrationprogram that focuses on all aspects of coaching and leadership. The GA coaching position and enrollment in the master's program will afford the successful candidate the ability to directly apply knowledge learned in the classroom to the athletes they coach.

The GA Assistant Coach will assist the head coach in leading all aspects ofan NCAADivision III athletic program.

Essential functions include, but are not limited to:

• Assist the Head Strength & Conditioning coach in all aspects of monitoring the HWA Strength & Fitness Centers, including daily opening and/or closing procedures.
• In coordination with the Head Strength & Conditioning coach, develop a schedule to ensure that the sessions for all sport programs are covered and monitored by a strength & conditioning coach.
• Monitor and ensure that the Head Strength & Conditioning coach has pre-approval of all team sessions taking place in the facility.
• Provides fair and equal supervision to all team(s) or individuals utilizing the strength center during their time on duty.
• Implement Strength & Conditioning programs as directed by the Head Strength & Conditioning coach.
• Manage Strength Center in the absence of the Head Strength & Conditioning coach.
• Performs regular safety inspections of the Strength Center and equipment to reduce hazards and to provide maximum safety to its patrons.
• Ensure that the Strength Center is properly cleaned and organized at the conclusion of any session in which the Strength & Fitness Centers are opened to either teams or the general campus community.
• Monitor and regulate the Strength Center environment for the enjoyment of all patrons using the facility.
• Provide guidance and assistance to those using both the Strength & Fitness Centers.
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned such as special projects, programs, developmental activities, etc.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have abachelor's degree and1 to 3 years of relevant experience.
• Candidates must be accepted into Wittenberg's Master's in Sport Administration program.
• Candidates should have NSCA certification (or be willing to obtain certification).
• Candidates must possess excellent organizational and communication skills, and be able to effectively and appropriately interact with student-athletes, parents, alumni, faculty, peers, community members, and administrators.
• Proficiency in the following areas is preferred: Microsoft Office, social media platforms.

A valid driver's license is required; must meet required insurance qualifications found in Wittenberg Motor Pool policies and procedures. If license is from out of state, successful candidate will need to obtain a valid Ohio driver's license within 30 days of hire date.

Being authorized to work in the United States is a pre-condition of employment.

Additional Information:

Wittenberg is committed to attracting and retaining highly qualified individuals who collectively reflect the diversity of our student body and society at-large. Please see ournotice of nondiscriminationhoused on our website.

Wittenberg University is committed to preventing and addressing sexual misconduct in our campus community.Click here to view our Title IX policies.

The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.

Employment at Wittenberg University is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related).

Application Instructions:

Review of applications will begin immediately and the position will remain open until filled.

To apply, please set-up an accountinour online recruiting system and upload the following documents in MS Word or Adobe Acrobat format.

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Name, address, and phone number of three professional references.
  

Applicants who require accommodation during any stage of the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (937) 327-7517 or email hure-mail@wittenberg.edu.

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