Sports Science/Strength and Conditioning Graduate Assistant - Student Employment

Saint Xavier University • Chicago, IL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The graduate assistant (GA) for strength and conditioning will assist the head strength and conditioning coach in all areas of athletic development. This will include, but is not limited to, the items listed within the responsibilities and duties. The term of this position begins on August 1st and ends on May 31st or at the end of the academic year outlined by the graduate program. This student employment opportunity supports the development of skills aligned with the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Readiness Competencies. Through this role, students will strengthen the following competencies: Communication: Students build communication skills by practicing clear, respectful, and professional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication in a workplace setting. Critical Thinking: Students build critical thinking skills by applying judgment, solving problems, prioritizing tasks, maintaining accuracy, and using feedback to improve their work. Professionalism: Students build professionalism by practicing dependability, accountability, confidentiality when applicable, workplace etiquette, and respectful service in a workplace setting. Teamwork: Students build teamwork skills by collaborating with supervisors, staff, and peers to support department goals, assist others, and contribute to a positive work environment.

Requirements

• MUST BE A STUDENT AT SAINT XAVIER UNIVERSITY
• Must be Federal Work Study Eligible
• Must Include a Resume and Cover Letter
• Bachelor’s degree is required
• Full-time enrollment in a graduate program must meet eligibility requirements for admission to Graduate Studies at Saint Xavier University
• Ability to demonstrate and teach Olympic lifts, running mechanics and change of direction mechanics
• The candidate will possess a good work ethic, attention to detail, ability to manage sensitive and confidential student information and a familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Nice To Haves

• National certification preferred
• Undergrad in exercise science or related field of study
• Previous coaching experience preferred
• Proficiency in social media is preferred
• Strong communication skills are preferred

Responsibilities

• Implements and monitors sport-specific strength training programs and sport-specific speed, agility and conditioning programs for teams and individual athletes
• Oversees and executes athlete testing and monitoring, including data management and reporting.
• Works in partnership with administration, coaching staff and athletic training staff to provide an integrated program of injury prevention, performance training and nutritional planning
• Monitors the weight room and safe lifting techniques of student-athletes when possible
• Operate/oversee social media accounts for the strength and conditioning department
• Meeting with potential student-athletes in the recruiting process
• Performs related duties as assigned by the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach and Director of the graduate program in Exercise Science.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level