DSU’s athletic programs are RISING! We are seeking a highly motivated Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach. Dakota State University competes in the Frontier Conference of the NAIA. DSU currently offers 13 sports; 6 for men and 6 for women and 1 coed. This 12-month position reports directly to the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development and execution of a high-level, integrated human performance system by actively supporting all six domains of the department, resulting in improved athlete performance, availability, and overall program efficiency.
  • Strength & Conditioning
  • Return-to-Play
  • Nutrition
  • Applied Sport Science
  • Team Culture
  • Recruiting

Required Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in exercise science, sports administration or other sports/exercise-related field.
• A nationally accredited certification in strength and conditioning by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA); Specifically, either the NSCA CSCS and/or the CSCCA SCCC.
• At least 1 year of experience in a strength and conditioning coach role.
• Current certifications in CPR, First Aid, and AED.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have a passion for the profession and a strong commitment to student-athlete success.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours to include evenings and weekends; travel with teams if time allows.
• Must have exemplary ethical conduct and a commitment to follow all applicable NAIA and Frontier Conference rules and regulations.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

•  Masters Degree in Exercise Science or a related field is preferred.
• Experience with return to play protocol within a high school or collegiate setting.

Technology Exposure:

• VALD ForceDecks
• PlayerData GPS/IMU
• Vitruve VBT
• OVR Performance Sprint/Jump
• ActivForce Dynamometry
• TeamBuildr

Benefits:

• Flexible benefits package – health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, hospital indemnity insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, health reimbursement account.
• South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive 6% fully matched contributions from SDRS and are vested after three years of service.
• Paid time off – full time 12-month employees earn 15 days per year of annual leave and 14 days of sick leave per year. In addition, employees receive 11 federal paid holidays.
• Reduced tuition for education.
• Professional liability coverage
• Paid family leave

How to Apply:
DSU accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. Please submit a cover letter, resume, transcripts, and a list of at least three professional references.

Applications will begin to be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled.