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What is a strength and conditioning graduate assistant?

Strength and Conditioning Graduate Assistants are graduate students who assist certified strength and conditioning coaches in developing and implementing training programs for athletes. They typically work at colleges or universities while completing a master's degree, gaining hands-on experience with exercise prescription, athlete monitoring, and facility management. These positions often include responsibilities such as teaching proper lifting techniques, tracking athlete progress, and ensuring safety in the weight room. The role provides valuable experience for those seeking careers in strength and conditioning, sports performance, or related fields.

What are the typical responsibilities of a strength and conditioning graduate assistant, and how do they support the head coach and athletes?

As a Strength and Conditioning Graduate Assistant, you will commonly assist in designing and implementing training programs, leading warm-ups and cool-downs, and monitoring athlete progress. You’ll also help maintain equipment, track data, and ensure safety protocols are followed. This role often involves collaborating closely with the head coach, athletic trainers, and other support staff to optimize athlete performance and reduce injury risk. It’s a hands-on position that provides valuable experience working directly with collegiate athletes while supporting the overall athletic program.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a strength and conditioning graduate assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Strength and Conditioning Graduate Assistant, you need a solid understanding of exercise science, anatomy, and program design, often supported by a bachelor's degree in a related field and enrollment in a graduate program. Familiarity with strength training equipment, fitness assessment tools, and certifications like CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) or CPR/AED are typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to motivate and communicate effectively with athletes are crucial soft skills. These competencies ensure safe, effective training programs and foster athlete development and team success.

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Strength & Conditioning Graduate Assistant

Shepherdstown, WV • On-site

Shepherd University
Manufacturing • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Position Details
Position Information
Posting Number
Stu101P
Working Title
Strength & Conditioning Graduate Assistant
FLSA
Student Pay Level
Advertised Pay Rate
Stipend
Position Status
Regular Student Employment
Department
Student Emp Athletics
Job Summary/Basic Function
- Organize and execute both team and individual programs to improve the speed, agility, quickness, flexibility and cardiovascular stamina of our student-athletes.
- Observe training, practice, and performance and use their observations in conjunction with athlete records to assess strengths and weaknesses and design programs accordingly.
- Schedule weight lifting activities in conjunction with the coaching staff and Strength and Conditioning Coordinator.
- Maintain detailed, accurate and updated athlete records in order to track athlete progress.
- Assist in player evaluations and injury rehabilitation in conjunction with the athletics training staff.
- Maintain the weight room through the inventory of equipment, recommendation of equipment, repair and maintenance of equipment and cleanliness of space.
- Abide by all institutional, conference and NCAA rules and regulation as well as report any and all violations.
Minimum Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree and acceptance into a graduate program at Shepherd University is required.
- Commitment to being a positive role model, as well as having excellent communication skills.
- Must possess a current valid driver's license.
- Must have progressive experience with the development and management of sport-specific individuals and group strength training programs for men and women.
- CSCS or comparable certification required.
- Maintain enrollment at Shepherd University for 2026-2027 academic year.
*A criminal background check will be required as a condition of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Collegiate-level playing or coaching experience in the sport of football.
- Knowledge of NCAA Division II rules and regulations.
- Experience using TeamBulidr and ARMS software.
- CPR/AED First Aid Certification.
- Accountability and Emotional Intelligence working with co-ed student-athletes
Posting Date
03/09/2026
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