Thursday August 18, 2016
Macalester College (D-III - MN): Macalester College is accepting applications for the position of assistant strength and conditioning coach. This is paid position for the 2016 – 2017 school year, reporting to the head strength and conditioning coach. The Assistant Strength Coach will assist the head strength and conditioning coach in developing, implementing, and conducting strength and conditioning programs for Macalester’s 21 intercollegiate sports. Additional responsibilities will include supervision of Deno Fitness Center, maintaining equipment through daily maintenance procedures, and additional job duties as assigned by the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach. Minimum qualifications: Enrolled in or completed Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, sports medicine, physical education, or related field, certification in CPR/first aid/AED, have a strong desire to pursue a career in strength and conditioning, and completed/working towards a certification in strength and conditioning. A minimum time commitment of 15 hours per week is expected. compensation is $6,500 for the 2016-17 school year. Review of applications will begin August 17th, 2016 and will continue until the position is filled. Please email a letter of interest, resume, and a list of three references to Steve Murray at smurray1@macalester.edu.
Howard: Howard University’s Strength and Conditioning Department is currently seeking 1-2 qualified intern candidates for 2016 Fall semester. Internship will begin August 29, 2016 and conclude on December 9, 2016. This is an unpaid position. No monetary compensation will be provided. Accepted applicants will be eligible to apply completed hours during the internship towards undergraduate/graduate internship requirements, in addition to gaining a recommendation for future employment. Intern responsibilities will consist of but are not limited to the following: 1.) Assisting with the supervision of athletes and implementation of training programs for various sports, 2.) Setting up and breaking down of equipment for training sessions, 3.) Assisting with routine maintenance of training facilities, 4.) Active participation in projects and assignments throughout the duration of the internship, 5.) Any other duties assigned by the Strength and Conditioning staff. Applicants must be certified or working towards certification with the CSCCa (SCCC) or the NSCA (CSCS) and have current CPR/AED certification. Candidates must possess a strong desire to become a strength and conditioning professional. Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and three references (Names and Phone Numbers) to Rodney Hill, Director of Strength and Conditioning, at Rahill@howard.edu.