Graduate Assistant: Strength and Conditioning

About the role

North Park University is seeking a Strength and Conditioning Graduate Assistant starting in August 2026. The position offers tuition remission, a partial meal plan, and a $3000 stipend per semester.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implements and monitors safe and effective strength and conditioning programs to improve physical performance for student-athletes
• Tests and analyzes available data on strength and conditioning of new and returning student-athletes to identify potential levels of physical ability
• Designs training strategies for both injury prevention and to improve sport specific performance
• Maintains accurate strength and conditioning records
• Instructs, educates, and supervises all student-athletes regarding proper weight training and flexibility techniques
• Helps develop and coordinate the schedules of student-athletes while in the weight room
• Maintains consistent communication with coaches and Wellness and Recreation Director
• Oversees Helwig Recreation Center operations during assigned supervisory shifts
• Aids in weight room oversight of student workers, cleaning, and equipment safety
• Aids in the hiring, training, evaluation, and on-the-job development for student workers
• Completes other duties as assigned by the Wellness and Recreation Director, Assistant Vice President for Athletics and Sport Management, and Associate and Assistant Athletic Directors

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree is required
• Applicants must obtain acceptance in a North Park University graduate program
• Applicants must be able to work an untraditional work schedule (i.e., frequent nights and weekends)
• One year of experience is required in positions involving the development and management of sport-specific individual and group strength training programs for men and women
• Adult CPR/AED with standard First Aid Certification is required upon start of position or in progress
• Must have one of the National Strength and Conditioning Certifications: Certified Strength and Conditioning Certification (CSCS), Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC), or Certified Strength Coach (CSC) upon start of position or in progress
• Excellent interpersonal and oral skills
• Able to work independently and in teams
• Able to handle details accurately
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and databases needed
• Possess a clear understanding and personal commitment to North Park's mission of Christian higher education