Posting Details

Title Information

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full Time

Posting Details

Title Information

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full Time

Minimum Salary or Salary Range

$29,120

Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid?

Onsite

Position Details

Position Information

| Posting Number | NC0372024 | | Working Title | Assistant Strength Coach (Internal Hire Only) | | Department Org | 150000 - Office-Director of Athletics | | Why should you work at UCA? |
We are excited that you are considering joining the UCA Family—the faculty, staff, students and alumni who make the University of Central Arkansas a great place to work!

At the University of Central Arkansas, we value our employees striving to maintain a work-life balance. We realize that this affects the overall well-being of employees, while learning to prioritize challenging work and the ability to make a difference. Participation in university-wide remote work days may be available for certain positions. Training is provided on systems or job-specific software, and tools are available supporting professional and personal development. The benefits package allows you to customize your benefits to meet your current needs, and the ability to adjust them as your priorities change. This includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, 80% tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a retirement program with university contributions of 10% of employee salary. Also available are health and wellness incentives, as well as access to sports and cultural activities on campus for the family, free gym membership (HPER) and equipment rentals. | | Position Summary |
Assistant Strength and conditioning coach for the University of Central Arkansas Division I athletic programs with Men and Women’s Soccer, Volleyballl, Beach Volleyball and Softball and Assist with Football . Facilility oversight
Apply at jobs.uca.edu. | | Job Duties and Responsibilities |
Duties: -Manages athletics weight room, including maintaining all equipment, ordering new equipment, scheduling facility, and managing student-athlete’s employees and interns. -Counsels and advises coaches and student-athletes on various components of strength and conditioning program, including weight room safety, proper exercise technique, sports nutrition and injury reduction. -Works with coaching staffs and sport medicine staff to integrate student-athlete injury reduction and rehabilitation into strength and conditioning programs. -Works with head coaches, sports medicine staff, and athletics department senior staff to develop and integrate student-athlete supplement policy in accordance with NCAA regulations. | | Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
Preferred Education-Master’s Degree in an Exercise Science related field. Minimum Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in exercise science, sports fitness, kinesiology, or related field
Minimum one (1) year of full-time previous work experience developing and maintaining strength and conditioning programs for student-athletes at the intercollegiate level.
Up to date credentials as Certified and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certification (SCCC) from the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association, or previously scheduled CSCS or SCCC exam with proof of certification necessary within 90 days of hire. Also required are valid certifications in CPR, AED and First Aid | | Skills Considered Essential for Success |
-Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.
-Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.
-Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
-Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.
-Ability to make sound judgments.
-Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
-Civility in all interactions.
-Demonstrate effective follow-up. | | Required Education and/or Experience |
Preferred Education-Master’s Degree in an Exercise Science related field. Minimum Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in exercise science, sports fitness, kinesiology, or related field
Minimum one (1) year of full-time previous work experience developing and maintaining strength and conditioning programs for student-athletes at the intercollegiate level.
Up to date credentials as Certified and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certification (SCCC) from the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association, or previously scheduled CSCS or SCCC exam with proof of certification necessary within 90 days of hire. Also required are valid certifications in CPR, AED and First Aid | | Preferred Education and/or Experience |
Preferred Education-Master’s Degree in an Exercise Science related field. Minimum Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in exercise science, sports fitness, kinesiology, or related field
Minimum one (1) year of full-time previous work experience developing and maintaining strength and conditioning programs for student-athletes at the intercollegiate level.
Up to date credentials as Certified and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certification (SCCC) from the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association, or previously scheduled CSCS or SCCC exam with proof of certification necessary within 90 days of hire. Also required are valid certifications in CPR, AED and First Aid | | University, Campus, and Community Description |
Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas.
Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of nearly 10,000, of which more than 20% are graduate students. The university offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in six disciplines. The undergraduate student body consistently scores above the national average on the ACT exam. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions to research, scholarship, and creative activities. UCA seeks to attract students and employees that are dedicated to building a culture of diversity, belonging, inclusion, and equity. | | Desired start date | 07/01/2024 |

Position Summary and Qualifications

| License(s)/Certifications |

Up to date credentials as Certified and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certification (SCCC) from the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association, or previously scheduled CSCS or SCCC exam with proof of certification necessary within 90 days of hire. Also required are valid certifications in CPR, AED and First Aid | | Physical Demands Checklist | Sitting, Kneeling, Standing, Balancing, Lifting/Carrying, Walking, Climbing | | Physical Exertion | Administrative Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds, Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds, Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds, Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds, Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds, Activities occur inside or outside in approximately equal amounts, Primarily indoor work |

Posting Detail Information

| Background Check Statement |
This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. | | UCA EEO Statement |
The University of Central Arkansas is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution dedicated to attracting and supporting a diverse student, faculty and staff population through enhanced multicultural learning environments and opportunities. In keeping with its nondiscrimination policy in employment, admissions and other functions and programs, the university considers employees and students on the basis of individual merit and will not discriminate against a person on the basis of, race or color, ethnicity, religion, spiritual beliefs, national origin, age, familial status, socioeconomic background, sexual orientation, disability, political beliefs, intellectual perspective, genetic information, military status, or other factors irrelevant to participation in its programs. | | Open Date | 04/01/2024 | | Close Date | 04/26/2024 | | Open Until Filled | No | | Special Instructions to Applicants | |

Posting Supplemental Questions

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1. * Are you a current UCA employee?
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents Optional Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application