Graduate Assistant Fitness Center

Duties / Responsibilities

Concordia University Chicago invites applications for the Graduate Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach position. This 24-month position includes ensuring compliance with CUC, Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference (NACC), and NCAA Division III rules. The individual must be highly motivated to inspire student-athletes to maximize their potential in the weight room and sport. This position works under the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach to promote and create a positive training environment for the student-athletes of Concordia University Chicago.

Responsibilities :

The ideal candidate will possess a strong work ethic, high personal integrity, knowledge and commitment to the NACC rules and regulations, and a desire to become a strength & conditioning professional in the collegiate or professional setting. Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Design and implementation of strength and conditioning programs for assigned sports as directed by theHead Strength & Conditioning Coach
• Provide instruction for safe and effective lifting techniques and equipment used
• Routine organization of the fitness center, including daily cleaning duties and equipment set up / break down for team training sessions
• Conduct athlete assessments and strength testing
• Communicate regularly with sports coaches and Athletic Training staff
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and reports
• Ability to occasionally lift / carry loads greater than 50 lbs.
• Ability to squat / bend / kneel, reach overhead, walk, and move about the training facility
• Ability to work early mornings and / or late evenings
• Possess excellent communication skills and Christian principles, exhibit teamwork with other academic, student life, and administrative divisions of the College, and be an ardent supporter of the mission of the University.

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