Strength and Conditioning Graduate Assistant
Big Rapids (Main Campus)
51600 - Gen Athletics
$9,200 stipend, housing (which is taxable) and upon admittance to graduate school the student will be eligible to receive a scholarship covering up to 9 credits per semester.
Strength and Conditioning Graduate Assistant
Big Rapids (Main Campus)
Apply Now51600 - Gen Athletics
$9,200 stipend, housing (which is taxable) and upon admittance to graduate school the student will be eligible to receive a scholarship covering up to 9 credits per semester.
Exempt
Temporary
Part-Time
N/A
10 Month
At Will
Assist the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for Ferris State University Division II athletic programs. Assist Head Strength and Conditioning Coach in department wide administration of strength and conditioning, including but not limited to weight room scheduling and oversight and management of student employees.
Pursuant to FSU-HRPP 2005:44, "Students currently admitted on a full-time basis, defined as carrying at least 9 credits per semester, to a Ferris State University graduate program and earning credits toward a graduate degree, may qualify for a Graduate Project Assistant (GPA) position". This is a 20 hour per week position.
Staff
Bachelor's Degree, preferably in exercise science, sports fitness, kinesiology or related field.
Must be enrolled in a Ferris State University Graduate program for Fall 2024 semester, carrying at least 9 credits per semester
Previous work experience developing and maintaining strength and conditioning programs for student athletes.
Must be working towards or already obtained Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification.
Must become certified in CPR, AED and First Aid
Bending
Carrying
Moving
Reaching
Sitting
Twisting
Balancing
Climbing
Driving
Heights
Lifting
Pulling/Pushing
Repetitive movement
Standing
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:
Sports nutrition experience
Management of weight room facilities
Assist in implementing individual and team strength and conditioning programs for student athletes participating in men's and women's Division II athletic programs at Ferris State University.
Manage athletics weight room in conjunction with the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach and the Coordinator of Athletic Performance.
Assist in counseling and advising coaches and student athletes on various components of strength and conditioning program, including weight room safety, proper exercise technique, sports nutrition and injury reduction.
Assist in reviewing and approving conditioning sessions submitted by individuals, head or assistant coaches.
Assist Head Strength and Conditioning Coach while working with coaching and sports med staff to integrate student athlete injury reduction and rehabilitation into strength and conditioning programs.
Work in conjunction with athletic department personnel to minimize spread of communicable disease and pathogens within athletic weight room.
Work with Head Strength and Conditioning Coach and Coordinator of Athletic Performance to help enforce all fitness, health, nutrition and safety measures and policies.
Assist in selecting and monitoring any student workers assigned to your area.
Reports to Head Strength and Conditioning Coach
Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members.
Operates university motorized vehicles in a safe manner while performing job duties.
Support, promote, and develop University student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
Communicate effectively both in written and verbal manner
Perform detailed work with accuracy
Work a variety of hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays if needed.
Work with a diverse group of University staff and students.
Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Cover Letter
Resume
Unofficial Transcript 1
Certification/License
at least one letter of recommendation
August 26, 2024
Yes
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