Sports Performance/Strength & Conditioning Graduate Assistant

OVERVIEW

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (Little Rock Athletics) seeks a Sports Performance/Strength & Conditioning Graduate Assistant who will serve under the direction of the Assistant AD for Sports Performance/Strength & Conditioning. This position will assist in a number of capacities and assist with various sports within the athletic department.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·       Assisting with the design and implementation of training programs

·       Meet with coaches and athletic trainers to collaborate on program design and modifications as necessary

·       Supervision of student-athletes in weight room

·       Assist with the daily maintenance of weight room and equipment

·       Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

·       Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education

·       Regular admission to a UA Little Rock graduate program or good standing with          the UA Little Rock Graduate School for continuing graduate students

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

·         Ability to work effectively with student-athletes

·         Ability to be flexible and adaptable with work tasks

·         Previous athletics experience

·         Effective communication skills

·         First Aid and CPR Certification

·         Progress Towards CSCS and/or SCCC Certification

HOW TO APPLY?

• To apply for this position, please send a cover letter, resume and list of three references (In a single PDF Document) to Danny Strohm, Assistant AD for Sports Performance/Strength & Conditioning at dstrohm1@ualr.edu