Job Description

Augsburg University has maintained a strong academic reputation defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies since 1869. A safe and welcoming campus in the heart of Minneapolis, Augsburg offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to nearly 3,200 diverse students.

Augsburg’s mission is to educate students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. The Augsburg experience is supported by an engaged community that is committed to intentional diversity in its life and work. An Augsburg education is defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies, guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, and shaped by its urban and global settings.

Augsburg invites individuals who share our mission and commitment to intentional diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging to join our community. In particular, Augsburg invites BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities, women, veterans and those from underrepresented or marginalized backgrounds are encouraged to apply. 

Job Description

This is a temporary part-time position that will be filled as soon as possible with an anticipated end date of mid-May, 2026. The position will have an anticipated work schedule of approximately 20 hours per week, but may vary depending on the needs of the department and the training schedule of the assigned teams.

Summary of Position 

The Assistant Coach assists the Head Coach with the organization and administration of all aspects of the Strength and Conditioning program, including coaching and training, student-athlete retention, and mentoring student-athletes. 

Primary Responsibilities

• Instruct student-athletes on physical health, team concepts, safety, and performance skills on both an individual and team basis.
• Implement strength and conditioning programs designed to enhance and maximize performance of individual student-athletes and teams.
• Work with sport coaches and sports medicine staff to identify individual and team training needs specific to the team/season. Coordinate with athletic training staff to ensure proper injury rehabilitation activities/exercises and protocol are performed.
• Implement testing procedures designed to identify areas of improvement and to record progress of training programs
• Monitor fitness center(s) to ensure safety of all users.
• Teach, advise, and mentor student-athletes on life-skills.
• Support academic progress of student-athletes/teams to exceed athletic department standards; intervenes with appropriate corrective action as needed.
• Maintain acceptable student-athlete retention rates to the team and/or institution.
• Refer students/faculty/staff to the Center for Wellness and Counseling or certified medical providers as situations arise.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with fundraising and program organization.
• Assist with organizing and participating in team community-service event(s).
• Assist with camps and clinics.
• Perform/supervise tasks related to maintaining the athletics department, including athletic equipment, and administrative duties.
• Supervise student workers/interns, if applicable.
• All other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s).

Qualifications

Minimum

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree. 
• At least three (3) years of relevant professional experience.
• Strength and Conditioning certification required in conjunction with NCAA rules and regulations.
• First Aid, CPR and AED certification. 
• Follow MIAC and NCAA Division III guidelines and regulation, while exhibiting behavior that represents a positive image of the athletic program and the college.

Preferred

Qualifications

• Masters degree. 
• Professional collegiate athletics experience. 
• Facility supervision experience.
• Blood Borne Pathogen Training certification.
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification. 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Integrity and leadership skills.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to build and strengthen cross-campus relationships.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a diverse work environment.
• Ability to be attentive to details, be accurate, be precise.
• Ability to lead/teach and mentor others.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment; and work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to reason/analyze; maintain confidentiality; and demonstrate patience, understanding.
• Ability to show initiative; organize workflow; manage one or more projects; and handle frequent interruptions.

Additional Information

Compensation

• The compensation for this position is $20,000, payable bi-weekly.
• This position is not benefits-eligible

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Statement

Augsburg is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.

Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: 612-330-1058 or email: hr@augsburg.edu.

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