Graduate Assistant, Sports Performance Coach

Carthage College Athletics Department is dedicated to providing a comprehensive and supportive environment for student-athletes to excel both academically and athletically. As part of our commitment to holistic development, we are seeking a highly motivated Graduate Assistant Sports Performance Coach to join our department.

Position Overview This position is a 2-year commitment that will offer an excellent opportunity for professional growth and hands-on experience working as a collegiate strength and conditioning coach.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the design and implementation of strength and conditioning programs for 3-4 athletic teams with the opportunity to assist with other sports.
• Mentorship and management of student interns.
• Implement athlete monitoring and data collection to track progress, evaluate performance metrics, and adjust training programs as needed.
• Provide guidance on nutrition, hydration, and recovery strategies to support athletes overall health and performance.
• Assist in the maintenance and organization of strength and conditioning facilities and equipment to ensure a safe and efficient training environment.
• Collaborate with coaches, athletic trainers, and other staff members to support the overall well-being and development of student-athletes.
• Collect and maintain objective data of KPIs for student athletes/coaches using Titan GPS, Browser timing systems, Force plate technology, and Jump mats.
• Visit with student athlete recruits to discuss the Sport Performance program and philosophy.
• Adhere to the standards and guidelines of the Sports Performance department set forth by the Director of Sports Performance.
• Other responsibilities to be assigned by staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field.
• Acceptance into the Carthage College Masters of Education program once the interviewing process has concluded and the position has officially been offered.
• CSCS or CSCCA certification required.
• Strong understanding of exercise physiology, biomechanics, and sports nutrition principles.
• Passionate, high energy, hardworking, consistent, punctual, professional, and reliable.
• Microsoft Excel proficiency.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with Titan GPS, Force Plates, Jump Mats, Dashr timing system, Perch, and Teambuildr.
• Previous experience working in a strength and conditioning role, preferably within a collegiate athletics program.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with student-athletes, coaches, and staff members.
• Up-to-date CPR/AED/First Aid certification.

Benefits Graduate assistant positions include a monthly stipend plus tuition assistance up to full tuition, dependent on the program. Employment is contingent upon proof of admission in the Graduate School.

How to Apply Email cover letter, resume, and three professional references with the subject line "Graduate Assistant Sports Performance Application" to Dexter Molinaro, Director of Sports Performance, at dmolinaro@carthage.edu.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

About Carthage Located on the shore of Lake Michigan in the thriving Chicago-Milwaukee corridor, Carthage College blends the best liberal arts traditions with desirable degree programs, transformative learning opportunities, and personal attention from dedicated faculty and staff. Our beautiful campus, an 80-acre arboretum with stunning lake views, is home to 2,600 undergraduate students and 200 graduate students. Founded in 1847, Carthage is consistently named a Best Midwestern College by The Princeton Review and a Most Innovative School by U.S. News & World Report.

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Carthage College is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse community. We welcome applications from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability.

This position requires a background screening.