Assistant Coach Strength/Cond

Posting Details

Posting Details

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Institution
The University of South Dakota

Working Title
Assistant Coach Strength/Cond

Posting Number
NFE02692P

Department
USD-Intercollegiate Athletics

Physical Location of Position (City)
Vermillion

Posting Text

University of South Dakota - Athletics Department

Position Summary:The Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach at the University of South Dakota is responsible for the design and implementation of strength and conditioning programs for assigned athletic teams, as delegated by the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach. This position requires the ability to effectively instruct, supervise, and demonstrate exercises within a weightlifting-based training environment.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach and Athletic Trainers to coordinate biomechanical assessments and implement return-to-play protocols for injured student-athletes. Additional duties may be assigned by the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach as needed.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field
• Certification from either the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) or the Collegiate Strength & Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa)
• Current CPR and AED certifications
• Minimum of 1 academic year (full- or part-time) of experience in a NCAA member strength & conditioning program, working with both male and female athletes

Preferred:

• Master's degree in a related field
• Experience as a collegiate athlete
• USA Weightlifting (USAW) certification
• Experience training Basketball and/or Volleyball at the collegiate level

Key Competencies:

• Strong instructional and communication skills in a high-performance training environment
• Demonstrated commitment to the academic and athletic mission of the University of South Dakota
• Ability to work in compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional policies and procedures
• Commitment to the health, safety, and performance development of student-athletes

Note: Final candidate must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment.

Posting Date
04/29/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

First Consideration Date
05/06/2025

Advertised Salary

Duration of the Term
12 months

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Appointment Percent
100

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Irregular Hours

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type
Regular

Faculty Status
No

Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)

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This position requires
Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License

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Department Description and Cultural Expectations

The University of South Dakota is the flagship institution of South Dakota, located on a 216-acre campus in Vermillion, in the southeast corner of South Dakota. USD is a NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Summit League. For further information regarding USD, the Athletic Department, and our softball program, please refer to our website at .
"Founded in 1862, The University of South Dakota is designated as the only public liberal arts university in the state and is home to a comprehensive College of Arts and Sciences, School of Education, School of Health Sciences, the state's only School of Law, School of Medicine, the accredited Beacom School of Business and the College of Fine Arts. It has an enrollment of more than 10,100 students taught by 400 faculty members. More information is available at "

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