Sports Performance Coach

Job Summary

Position Summary

The Sports Performance Coach will be responsible for directing strength and conditioning, nutrition and sports performance programming for a variety of Olympic Sports programs to be assigned. Work cooperatively and in conjunction with the Sports Medicine staff to design and implement quality year-round strength and conditioning programs.

Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of the University's mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with coaches and Sports Medicine staff to plan, organize, implement and supervise a successful year-round sport-specific strength training and conditioning program for all assigned sports.
• Assist varsity student-athletes with rehabilitation programs prescribed and designed by physicians, physical therapists and athletic trainers from the Sports Medicine staff.
• Assist in the planning of healthy dietary choices for student-athletes.
• Perform other duties and assist with projects assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required, CSCS or CSCCa certification required.
• Demonstrated experience in administering a successful strength and conditioning program at the collegiate level.
• Thorough knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Must be proficient in the instruction, assessment, evaluation and supervision of multiple weight lifting techniques.
• Must possess excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must possess significant knowledge of weight training and conditioning equipment.
• Proficiency with personal computer applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree preferred (Physical Education, Physiology, Sport Science, or related field)

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours

• Early morning, evening, and weekend hours required based upon student-athlete and team schedules.
• Heavy lifting required.
• Significant time standing.
• Some travel required.

Special Message to Applicants

CPR and AED certifications must be obtained within the first 6 months of employment.

Salary Posting Information

Commensurate with experience