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Physical Therapist PRN

Anchor, IL · On-site

$40 - $50/hr

... strength, confidence, and independence. Whether you're an experienced therapist or a new graduate ... Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants in direct resident care and resident related activities ...

Oak St. Health

Grad Pharmacist

Lincoln, IL · On-site

$16.25 - $20.25/hr

Graduate Pharmacy Intern You've invested a lot of time and energy in your education. Now you want ... While in the pharmacy, you will assist the pharmacy team to ensure that pharmacy operations run ...

Oak St. Health

Grad Pharmacist

El Paso, IL · On-site

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

Graduate Pharmacy Intern You've invested a lot of time and energy in your education. Now you want ... While in the pharmacy, you will assist the pharmacy team to ensure that pharmacy operations run ...

CVS Health

Grad Pharmacist

Lincoln, IL

$16.25 - $20.25/hr

As a Graduate Pharmacy Intern, you will apply your didactic learning from pharmacy school and ... While in the pharmacy, you will assist the pharmacy team to ensure that pharmacy operations run ...

CVS Health

Grad Pharmacist

El Paso, IL · On-site

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

As a Graduate Pharmacy Intern, you will apply your didactic learning from pharmacy school and ... While in the pharmacy, you will assist the pharmacy team to ensure that pharmacy operations run ...

CVS Health

Grad Pharmacist

El Paso, IL · On-site

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

As a Graduate Pharmacy Intern, you will apply your didactic learning from pharmacy school and ... While in the pharmacy, you will assist the pharmacy team to ensure that pharmacy operations run ...

CVS Health

Grad Pharmacist

Lincoln, IL · On-site

$16.25 - $20.25/hr

As a Graduate Pharmacy Intern, you will apply your didactic learning from pharmacy school and ... While in the pharmacy, you will assist the pharmacy team to ensure that pharmacy operations run ...

Monro

Automotive Store Manager - Store 1458

Normal, IL · On-site

$63K - $70K/yr

... coaching, and developing store teammates. This position supports Monro's vision to be America ... Provide direction and oversight to other technicians and assist where needed with services/repairs.

Five Below

Store Manager Salary

Bloomington, IL · On-site

Grow a powerhouse team through coaching, feedback, and celebration. Keep operations humming ... You've grown from the inside - promotion from assistant or co-manager roles is a big plus. Comfort ...

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What is a graduate assistant strength coach?

A Graduate Assistant Strength Coach is a graduate student who assists with the design and implementation of strength and conditioning programs for athletic teams. They work under the supervision of head strength coaches, helping athletes improve their performance through proper training techniques, injury prevention, and recovery protocols. This position allows graduate students to gain hands-on experience in the field while pursuing their master's degree, often in exercise science, kinesiology, or a related area. Graduate Assistant Strength Coaches may also help with administrative duties, data collection, and equipment maintenance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a graduate assistant strength coach?

To thrive as a Graduate Assistant Strength Coach, you need a solid understanding of exercise science, strength and conditioning principles, and a bachelor’s degree in a related field. Familiarity with performance tracking software, weight room equipment, and certifications such as CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) or USAW are typically required. Strong communication, leadership, and motivational skills help you connect with athletes and support their development. These competencies are crucial for designing effective training programs, ensuring athlete safety, and fostering a positive training environment.

What are some common challenges faced by graduate assistant strength coaches during their first year, and how can they be addressed?

Graduate Assistant Strength Coaches often face challenges such as balancing their academic responsibilities with coaching duties, adapting to the fast-paced demands of collegiate athletics, and establishing credibility with student-athletes and staff. Effective time management and clear communication with both academic advisors and coaching supervisors are essential for success. Building strong relationships with athletes and being proactive in seeking feedback from experienced coaches can help overcome initial hurdles and foster professional growth.

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Assistant Director of Athletic Communications

Eureka College

Eureka, IL • On-site

$25K - $28K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: The Assistant Director of Athletic Communications assists in the planning, implementation, and promotion of Eureka College Athletics through strategic communications, media relations, digital content creation, social media, statistics, and game day operations. The position serves as the primary athletic communications contact for assigned sports while supporting department-wide branding, storytelling, and event management initiatives in accordance with Eureka College, NCAA, and conference policies.
Essential Functions:
  • Serve as the primary sports information contact for assigned athletic programs.
  • Write and publish game previews, recaps, feature stories, student-athlete and coach profiles, and other website content for assigned sports.
  • Create graphics, videos, and other digital content for use on the athletics website and social media platforms.
  • Assist in maintaining the Red Devils' social media accounts, including but not limited to Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, and YouTube.
  • Coordinate media coverage and distribute news releases for assigned sports and special events.
  • Update and maintain assigned team pages on the athletics website, including schedules, rosters, bios, statistics, and records.
  • Provide statistical support for assigned sports, including live statistics, conference reporting, NCAA reporting, and postgame statistical dissemination.
  • Assist with game day operations, including event setup, breakdown, game management, and coordination of game personnel.
  • Hire, train, schedule, and supervise student workers assigned to sports information and game day operations.
  • Operate or oversee live streaming, scoreboard operations, public address, music, and statistical software during assigned contests.
  • Assist with coordinating team, individual, action, and special event photography, including annual media days.
  • Assist with content displayed on athletics monitors throughout the Reagan Athletic Building.
  • Assist in preparing conference, regional, and national award nominations for student-athletes and coaches.
  • Support the Director of Sports Information and Game Day Operations with departmental communications initiatives and special projects.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities through national and regional athletics communications organizations.
  • Assist with maintaining the athletics photo and video library.
  • Support departmental branding initiatives and ensure adherence to Eureka College brand standards.
  • Assist with planning and promoting annual athletics events, including the Hall of Fame and Golden Tornado Awards.
  • Assist the Office of Marketing and Strategic Communications with athletics-related communications as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Sports Information and Game Day Operations.

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS: Supervision of Game Day and Sports Information Student workers.
EDUCATION:
Essential: Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Sports Management, or a related field.
Desirable: Master's degree or progress toward a graduate degree.
EXPERIENCE:
Essential: One to three years of experience in collegiate athletic communications, sports information, or a related field. Graduate assistantship, internship, or relevant student employment in collegiate athletic communications or sports information may be considered toward the experience requirement.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
None required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
  • Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop and InDesign; experience with Premiere Pro and After Effects is preferred.
  • Knowledge of Stat Crew, PrestoSports, Genius Sports, NCAA LiveStats, or comparable statistical software.
  • Knowledge of athletics communications principles, media relations, and journalistic writing.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
  • Ability to work effectively with coaches, student-athletes, officials, media representatives, and campus constituents.
  • Ability to learn and execute live statistical software and game operations procedures.
  • Understanding of NCAA rules and conference policies related to statistics and athletics communications.
  • Demonstrated creativity in digital content creation and social media storytelling.
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to operate equipment, reach with hands and arms, and communicate effectively. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The position requires the ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions during athletic events. Noise levels range from quiet office settings to loud athletic venues.
WORK SCHEDULE:
Work schedule varies as this is an athletics position needing to cover contests and other athletic obligations which may require evening, weekend, and Holiday commitments. This is a part-time, stipend position.
TARGET SALARY RANGE: $25,000 - 28,000 annually
Pay Range: $25,000 - $28,000 per year

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