What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Coach Strength/Cond position at South Dakota Board of Regents?
Working Title
Assistant Coach Strength/Cond
Posting Number
NFE02692P
Department
USD-Intercollegiate Athletics
Physical Location of Position (City)
Vermillion
Posting Text
University of South Dakota – Athletics Department
Position Summary:
The Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach at the University of South Dakota is responsible for the design and implementation of strength and conditioning programs for assigned athletic teams, as delegated by the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach. This position requires the ability to effectively instruct, supervise, and demonstrate exercises within a weightlifting-based training environment.
The Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach at the University of South Dakota is responsible for the design and implementation of strength and conditioning programs for assigned athletic teams, as delegated by the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach. This position requires the ability to effectively instruct, supervise, and demonstrate exercises within a weightlifting-based training environment.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach and Athletic Trainers to coordinate biomechanical assessments and implement return-to-play protocols for injured student-athletes. Additional duties may be assigned by the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach as needed.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field
- Certification from either the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) or the Collegiate Strength & Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa)
- Current CPR and AED certifications
- Minimum of 1 academic year (full- or part-time) of experience in a NCAA member strength & conditioning program, working with both male and female athletes
Preferred:
- Master’s degree in a related field
- Experience as a collegiate athlete
- USA Weightlifting (USAW) certification
- Experience training Basketball and/or Volleyball at the collegiate level
Key Competencies:
- Strong instructional and communication skills in a high-performance training environment
- Demonstrated commitment to the academic and athletic mission of the University of South Dakota
- Ability to work in compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional policies and procedures
- Commitment to the health, safety, and performance development of student-athletes
Note: Final candidate must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment.
Posting Date
04/29/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
First Consideration Date
05/06/2025
Advertised Salary
Duration of the Term
12 months
If Other, describe duration
Appointment Percent
100
Work Hours
Irregular Hours
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type
Regular
Faculty Status
No
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search
This position requires
Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License
If other, please indicate
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
The University of South Dakota is the flagship institution of South Dakota, located on a 216-acre campus in Vermillion, in the southeast corner of South Dakota. USD is a NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Summit League. For further information regarding USD, the Athletic Department, and our softball program, please refer to our website at www.GoYotes.com.
“Founded in 1862, The University of South Dakota is designated as the only public liberal arts university in the state and is home to a comprehensive College of Arts and Sciences, School of Education, School of Health Sciences, the state’s only School of Law, School of Medicine, the accredited Beacom School of Business and the College of Fine Arts. It has an enrollment of more than 10,100 students taught by 400 faculty members. More information is available at www.usd.edu/press/news.”
“Founded in 1862, The University of South Dakota is designated as the only public liberal arts university in the state and is home to a comprehensive College of Arts and Sciences, School of Education, School of Health Sciences, the state’s only School of Law, School of Medicine, the accredited Beacom School of Business and the College of Fine Arts. It has an enrollment of more than 10,100 students taught by 400 faculty members. More information is available at www.usd.edu/press/news.”
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