Strength and Conditioning Graduate Assistant

Position Title :

Strength and Conditioning Graduate Assistant

Location :

Big Rapids (Main Campus)

Department :

51600 - Gen Athletics

Advertised Salary :

$11,918.00 stipend, housing (which is taxable) and upon admittance to graduate school the student will be eligible to receive a scholarship covering up to 9 credits per semester.

Benefits : FLSA :

Exempt

Temporary / Continuing :

Temporary

Part-Time / Full-Time :

Part-Time

Union Group : N / A

Term of Position : 10 Month

At Will / Just Cause :

At Will

Summary of Position :

Assist the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for Ferris State University Division II athletic programs. Assist Head Strength and Conditioning Coach in department wide administration of strength and conditioning, including but not limited to weight room scheduling and oversight and management of student employees.

Pursuant to FSU-HRPP 2005 : 44, "Students currently admitted on a full-time basis, defined as carrying at least 9 credits per semester, to a Ferris State University graduate program and earning credits toward a graduate degree, may qualify for a Graduate Project Assistant (GPA) position". This is a 20 hour per week position. Work Year is August 1 - May 31

Position Type : Staff

Required Education :

Bachelor's Degree, preferably in exercise science, sports fitness, kinesiology or related field.

Must be enrolled in a Ferris State University Graduate program for Fall 2025 semester, carrying at least 9 credits per semester

Required Work Experience :

Previous work experience developing and maintaining strength and conditioning programs for student athletes.

Required Licenses and Certifications :

Must be working towards or already obtained Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification.

Must become certified in CPR, AED and First Aid

Physical Demands :

Bending

Carrying

Moving

Reaching

Sitting

Twisting

Balancing

Climbing

Driving

Heights

Lifting

Pulling / Pushing

Repetitive movement

Standing

Additional Education / Experiences to be Considered :

Sports nutrition experience

Management of weight room facilities

Essential Duties / Responsibilities :

Assist in implementing individual and team strength and conditioning programs for student athletes participating in men's and women's Division II athletic programs at Ferris State University.

Manage athletics weight room in conjunction with the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach and the Coordinator of Athletic Performance.

Assist in counseling and advising coaches and student athletes on various components of strength and conditioning program, including weight room safety, proper exercise technique, sports nutrition and injury reduction.

Assist in reviewing and approving conditioning sessions submitted by individuals, head or assistant coaches.

Assist Head Strength and Conditioning Coach while working with coaching and sports med staff to integrate student athlete injury reduction and rehabilitation into strength and conditioning programs.

Drive the equipment truck to away games.

Work in conjunction with athletic department personnel to minimize spread of communicable disease and pathogens within athletic weight room.

Work with Head Strength and Conditioning Coach and Coordinator of Athletic Performance to help enforce all fitness, health, nutrition and safety measures and policies.

Assist in selecting and monitoring any student workers assigned to your area.

Reports to Head Strength and Conditioning Coach

Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty and staff to thrive authentically.

Operates university motorized vehicles in a safe manner while performing job duties.

Support, promote, and develop University student enrollment and retention initiatives.

Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.

Marginal Duties / Responsibilities :

Skills and Abilities :

Communicate effectively both in written and verbal manner

Perform detailed work with accuracy

Work a variety of hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays if needed.

Work with a diverse group of University staff and students.

Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Required Documents :

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Unofficial Transcript 1

Optional Documents :

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification, if held.

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Initial Application Review Date :

August 4, 2025

Open Until Position is Filled? :

Yes

Posting Close Date : EEO Statement :

Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu . The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University's Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit : Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement .

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