Instructor, Kinesiology

Salary/Position Classification

• $55,000-60,000 9-month contract, Exempt

• 40 hours per week

• 100% Remote Work Availability: No

• Hybrid Work Availability: No

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for serving as full-time instructor within University of North Dakota's Kinesiology programs.

• Specific duties include:

• Teaching undergraduate courses in strength and conditioning, personal training, exercise testing and assessment, prevention and care of injuries in sports/esports, First Aid/CPR, water safety, and/or other courses dependent on expertise and need.

• Participation in service activities in the department, college, and university, and in the profession.

Required Competencies

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Effectively teach, advise, and mentor students.

• Ability to adapt to current methods of teaching.

• Effective interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

• Ability to work with and engage with students and colleagues

Minimum Requirements

• Master's degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or closely related field earned by August 15, 2024

• Current or willingness to obtain Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association by August 15, 2024

• First Aid / CPR certified

• Coaching experience (strength and conditioning coach and/or sport coaching)

• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Successful experience teaching in face-to-face and online (synchronous & asynchronous) classroom environments

• Involvement in professional organization and activities

• Fitness industry experience

To Apply

To assure full consideration, applications must be received by 07/15/2024 and include the following materials:

• Letter of Interest

• Curriculum Vita

• Names and contact information for three references

• Unofficial transcripts. Please note that the selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts upon hire.