GA Strength and Conditioning (Labor) - Athletics

University of Central Oklahoma • Edmond, OK

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About The Position

The graduate assistant (labor) position will help the head strength & conditioning coach with implementing workouts, designing strength/conditioning programs, record keeping, and will help to maintain a professional atmosphere. The graduate assistant will also provide nutritional education, be a point of contact for coaching and athletic training staff to answer questions, be available to student-athletes to answer questions during training and practice and be innovative in developing processes to assist with things such as meal planning for preseason and in-season meals, creating/maintaining a fueling station for student-athletes, and conducting grocery store tours. The graduate assistant will assist with the daily functions of the Department of Athletics, be expected to have a basic knowledge of the NCAA compliance rules and will conduct other duties as assigned by the athletic administration staff.

Requirements

• Graduate student status at UCO.
• Strong desire to learn.
• Experience either playing or coaching softball.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Programs.
• A valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong initiative to solve problems.
• Effective communication and interaction with diverse populations.
• Strong interpersonal skills with colleagues, student-athletes, coaches, and administrators.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a high stress environment.
• Knowledge of university, MIAA, and NCAA DII rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head strength & conditioning coach with implementing workouts.
• Design strength/conditioning programs.
• Maintain record keeping.
• Provide nutritional education.
• Be a point of contact for coaching and athletic training staff.
• Answer questions for student-athletes during training and practice.
• Develop processes for meal planning and fueling stations.
• Conduct grocery store tours.
• Assist with daily functions of the Department of Athletics.
• Understand NCAA compliance rules.
• Perform other duties as assigned by athletic administration staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed