Institution South Dakota State University
Working Title Assistant Coach-Strength & Conditioning
Posting Number NFE02770P
Department SDSU-Intercollegiate Athletics
Physical Location of Position (City) Brookings
Posting Text
Join the Jackrabbits! South Dakota State University is looking for an enthusiastic and team-oriented Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach to help student-athletes reach their full potential. This role supports the development and delivery of training programs designed to enhance performance, prevent injury, and prepare student-athletes for success in their sport. The position will work closely with football and provide oversight for additional sports as assigned. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota and is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.
SDSU is an NCAA Division I institution and competes in The Summit League for all sports except football (Missouri Valley Football Conference), wrestling (Big XII Conference), and women’s equestrian (National Collegiate Equestrian Association).
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Implement training programs
Set up equipment, supervise workouts, and provide instruction on proper lifting techniques to ensure safety and effectiveness. Motivate and guide student-athletes while reinforcing discipline and accountability.
Design sport-specific strength and conditioning programs
Create training plans tailored to individual sports, using knowledge of sport demands, current best practices, and effective programming techniques to enhance performance and reduce injury risk.
Coordinate administrative tasks
Collaborate with coaches and staff to establish program goals. Meet with student-athletes, develop team training schedules, manage equipment needs and purchases, and maintain accurate performance testing data. Respond to phone calls and emails in a timely manner.
Supervise and mentor graduate assistants and interns
Provide clear expectations, regular feedback, and guidance on program design and instructional technique. Monitor performance, document progress, and assist in assigning responsibilities.
BENEFITS:
SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or related field completed by date of application;
At least one year of experience of collegiate strength and conditioning experience;
Strength & conditioning coach certified (SCCC) by the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association or Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist from the National Strength & Conditioning Association;
CPR certified;
Experience in program design;
Ability to work collaboratively with coaches, staff and student-athletes;
Experience supervising and directing student-athletes and other personnel;
Ability to work independently;
Commitment to promote an atmosphere of compliance and adherence to institutional, conference, and knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations;
Effective communication (oral, written and interpersonal) skills; and
Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science or Physical Education or related field;
USAW certification;
Division I intercollegiate experience;
Experience in all areas of strength training as well as speed, agility, plyometric, flexibility and cardiovascular training; and
Experience with the sport of softball, track and field, and football.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDState Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.
Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.
SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.
Posting Date 06/23/2025
Closing Date 07/07/2025
Open Until Filled No
First Consideration Date
Advertised Salary The salary range for this position is $42,000 - $48,000.
