Texas A&M University Department of Recreational Sports

is recruiting a Graduate Assistant for Strength & Conditioning for the

2023-2025 academic years:

Strength & Conditioning (1 Position)

Assist the Strength & Conditioning Professional Staff in the management of the personal training program and overall operations of the strength & conditioning room/strength and conditioning areas.

Typical Responsibilities

• Assist in the hiring, training, and supervision of the strength & conditioning room staff
• Assist with the coordination of the personal and small group training program which will include, but is not limited to: hiring, training, and supervising
• Aid in client acquisition, assigning personal trainers to clientele, and daily management of personal and small group training client database and trainer/client files
• Conduct comprehensive evaluation process for all strength & conditioning room staff, personal trainers, and small group coaches
• Instruct portions of annual personal training certification preparatory course
• Coordination of personal trainer and strength & conditioning room staff in-services and continuing education opportunities (e.g. meetings, workshops, clinics, and conferences)
• Develop and implement new programs for the personal and small group training program and strength & conditioning room in conjunction with area professional staff
• Assist in the scheduling of strength & conditioning room staff
• Serve as the primary liaison with the Marketing and Communications staff to provide social media and digital signage content for the personal and small group training program and strength & conditioning area
• Completing major and minor repairs/upkeep to strength and conditioning equipment
• Assist with strength & conditioning programming and coaching for various Sport Club teams.
• Take-on strength & conditioning room Head Attendant and Attendant role when necessary
• Participation in Fitness Outreach Services, which are off site educational presentations and workshops
• Support and encourage the concept of student leadership and development
• Serve on departmental, divisional, and university committees
• Participate in other opportunities available through interaction with a comprehensive recreational sports program
• Assist with other duties as assigned

Experience and Abilities

• Bachelor’s Degree & Admission to Texas A&M Graduate School
• Experience working with college students and programs in recreational sports setting
• Knowledge and interest in recreational facility operations, along with resistance training and cardiovascular equipment upkeep and maintenance.
• Personal training experience and/or weight room/strength and conditioning room supervisory experience.

Training

• Must hold at least one current certification from a nationally accredited certification organization: NSCA-CSCS, NSCA-CPT, ACE-CPT, NASM-CPT, ACSM-CPT, or ACSM-HFI
• Satisfactory completion of Head Strength & Conditioning in-service training session(s).
• Attendance at periodic staff in-services, workshops, and professional speakers.
• Additional training will be provided by the Strength & Conditioning Staff
• Stay up to date on required state training

Environmental Conditions

• Frequent lifting and moving of heavy equipment.
• Utilization of tools including, but not limited to wrenches, screw drivers, and socket sets.
• Frequent exposure to potentially hazardous commercial cleaning products.

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Application Procedure: Required application materials include: letter of application, resume, transcript (can be unofficial), and three professional references with telephone numbers and email addresses. All applications must be sent via email to the following: Ryan Keller, Assistant Director of Strength & Conditioning at rkeller@rec.tamu.edu

Closing Date: Applications will be reviewed until position is filled. For best consideration, application materials should be received by Monday, February 6, 2023. Priority will be given to individuals who can confirm submission of their graduate school application materials.

Priority for interviews will be given to individuals who can confirm submission of their graduate school application materials.

Start Date: August 1, 2023 (flexible)

Texas A&M Division of Student Affairs Diversity & Inclusion Statement

We are committed to diversity. It is our policy not to discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Furthermore, we will maintain a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity.

Texas A&M University is committed to equal employment opportunity through affirmative action.

For more information visit http://recsports.tamu.edu/employment

Wage, Benefits and Stipend Information

• Rec Sports will pay the in-state tuition, 9 hours for fall and spring semesters and 6 hours for summer (Non-Texas residents in a field of study* that directly relates to the assistantship can apply for a waiver from non-Texas to in-state tuition).  Qualifying programs of study include, but are not limited to: Sports Management, Exercise Physiology, Sports Physiology, and Recreation, Park, and Tourism Sciences. Other degree programs will need to be considered individually by the Office of Graduate Studies.
• $15.60 per hour and 20 paid hour work weeks (approximately $1,200 monthly), eligible for merit increase in 2^nd year
• 9 or 12 month position
• University medical health benefits
• Travel/professional development allowance
• No state income tax
• Please note that all Graduate Assistants are responsible for paying their own fees.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Admission to the Texas A&M Graduate School
• The minimum requirements for acceptance into each specific program vary. Please make sure to research the qualifications and required deadline for applications.
• A few of the graduate program deadlines include:

Student Affairs Administration in Higher Education (SAAHE) - December 1, 2022

Sports Management (Face to Face) – February 1, 2023

Sports Management (Distance Education) – April 1, 2023

Recreation, Park & Tourism Sciences – June 30, 2023

Public Health - May 1, 2023

About Texas A&M University

Texas A&M University is a land-grant, sea-grant and space-grant institution located in College Station, Texas. The university is centrally located, approximately equidistant from three of the 10 largest cities in the United States (Houston, Dallas and San Antonio) and the state capitol (Austin). The university’s enrollment includes over 60,000 students studying for degrees in 10 academic colleges. The Texas A&M University Department of Recreational Sports is a department in the Division of Student Affairs. The Department's services include: aquatics, fitness classes, instructional classes, drop-in recreation, intramural sports, sport clubs, and outdoor activities. The diversity and assortment of sports activities and recreational facilities available promise opportunities for individuals to participate, whatever their level of ability or experience. The mission of the Department of Recreational Sports is to promote activity, wellness, and development by providing high quality, inclusive experiences and facilities for the students and community of Texas A&M University.

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