Graduate Assistant – Sports Performance

Job Description

Graduate Assistant – Sports Performance | University of North Georgia

The Tone:
This is a part-time, temporary role at the University of North Georgia, located in Dahlonega, GA. UNG is a multi-campus institution with over 20,000 students, recognized for educational excellence, leadership development, and community engagement, and is federally designated as a senior military college. This position is vital to the athletic department, supporting the comprehensive development of student-athletes and utilizing performance data to enhance their capabilities. The role involves hands-on coaching and analytical responsibilities under the guidance of the Director of Sport Performance.

The TL;DR
• Role: Part Time
• Type: Temporary
• Location: Dahlonega, GA

• Team: Reports to the Director of Sport Performance.
• Mission: To assist in the development and implementation of comprehensive athletic development programs and analyze performance data.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, GPS, VBT systems, other assessment technologies

What You’ll Actually Do
• Training Delivery: Conduct training sessions for student-athletes to improve their athletic performance.
• Program Development: Write and adapt athletic development programs for a minimum of two athletic teams, and evaluate individual athlete programs.
• Data Analysis: Collect, break down, and analyze performance data, including GPS and other performance metrics.
• Collaboration: Liaise with athletic trainers and sports coaches to ensure integrated athlete support and development.
• Facility Maintenance: Perform routine, daily maintenance tasks for the fitness facility.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field; Early Career level, with core knowledge in collegiate strength and conditioning or personal training. Must be enrolled in a minimum of six graduate credit hours by the start date.
• Experience: Minimum one year experience with collegiate strength and conditioning or personal training.
• Skills: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; demonstrated ability to teach proper technique for all lifts, including Olympic weightlifting variations; strong oral and written communication skills; CPR/First Aid/AED certified; CSCS or SCCC certification.
• Bonus: Experience working with VBT systems and other assessment technologies.