Mississippi State University

Position Function:

Mississippi State University is searching for qualified individuals to fill Strength and Conditioning Assistant positions. These intermittent roles will involve working up to 720 within the fiscal year. Assistants will support the strength and conditioning programs, working variable hours as needed. Your work schedule will be determined based on your assignment. This position is non-benefits eligible.

Employees hired into Intermittent positions are limited to working no more than 720 hours per fiscal year.

Salary Grade: UC

For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Primary duties of the Strength and Conditioning Assistant (Intermittent Worker) include (but are not limited to):

• Potential team assignment based on experience
• Assisting with coaching Olympic Sport teams in their respective strength and conditioning sessions.
• Helping conduct any testing performed with the student athletes.
• General maintenance of the Olympic Sports Weightroom.
• Take part in a hands-on responsibilities to help prepare for future positions in the field of strength and conditioning.
• Other duties as assigned by the Assistant AD of Strength and Conditioning

The above essential duties are representative of major duties of this position. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job. Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required in a related field (i.e. Exercise Science/Kinesiology)
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Either SCCC or CSCS certification(s)
• Master’s Degree (in pursuit)
• Prior experience in collegiate strength and conditioning

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professionalism in dealing with coaches and student-athletes.
• Working knowledge of computers and technology is required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to critically assess, utilize, and troubleshoot various forms of weight room technology.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Regularly involves lifting, bending or other physical exertion.
• Often exposed to one or more elements such as heat, cold, noise, dirt, chemicals, etc.
• Job frequently requires walking, standing, lifting, sitting, reaching, talking, hearing, and handling objects with hands.
• Requires handling of heavy weight objects up to 100 lbs. on a regular basis and on occasion up to 150+ lbs.

Instructions for Applying:

Please apply online and submit a resume.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.

What do I do if I need an accommodation?

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at tel: (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.msstate.edu.

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