The University Of Iowa
Director of Athletic Performance
The University Of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, United States, 52245
The University of Iowa Department of Athletics seeks applications for a
Director of Athletic Performance . This is a full-time (at-will and FLSA-exempt) position which includes full University benefits. The University of Iowa is an NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Big Ten Conference. The Department of Athletics manages 22 varsity sports programs and related events with a workforce of approximately 245 regular employees and 300 temporary employees. Athletics is a people-centric organization that operates under a
"Win. Graduate. Do It Right."
philosophy. For more information regarding Athletics, please click here.
Responsibilities:
The Director of Athletic Performance is responsible for the management and administration of all phases of a competitive Division I sports performance program that (a) recruits, retains and graduates high caliber student-athletes with a high level of satisfaction, (b) competes successfully within the Big TenSave Conference, and (c) maintains a program and staff that demonstrates high ethical standards.
Benefits Highlights:
Excellent fringe benefit package including paid vacation and sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. The University of Iowa is a Big Ten, nationally ranked research university with 30,000 students located in Iowa City. A vibrant community boasting excellent public schools, safe, comfortable neighborhoods, affordable housing, a highly educated population, and numerous cultural, recreational, and sporting opportunities and events contribute to the Iowa City area frequently appearing high on the best-places-to-live listings. Go to "Working at Iowa" to learn more.
Required qualifications:
Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent);CSCCa Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) or NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS);Minimum of five years working experience as a strength and conditioning coach of collegiate student-athletes in the following areas:Designing speed, strength, and conditioning programs in a progressive mannerExecuting the rehabilitative phase of injury recovery;
Excellent oral and written communication skills, as demonstrated through public speaking engagements, clinician experience, and/or use of effective and creative training/coaching techniques;Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationships;Demonstrated experience in:Performance management, including effectively teaching and supervising small and large groups of student-athletes;Utilizing basic office support software (word processing, email, spreadsheets);
A valid U.S. driving license and the ability to meet and maintain University of Iowa Driving Policy standards.Desired qualifications:
Higher education coursework in a related field is preferred;Coaching experience with and working knowledge ofNCAA Division I strength and conditioning processes, issues, considerations and solutions for a high profile athletic program;Functional movement screening tools and implementing appropriate corrective exercise;
Genuine passion for and experience with supporting the holistic development of student-athletes, recognizing the interconnectedness of mental health and overall well-being.Application Process:
Visit our website at http://jobs.uiowa.edu and search for keywords " Athletic Performance ". Only applications submitted at https://jobs.uiowa.edu will be accepted.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.Applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a relevant file to the submission. Applications without both a cover letter and resume will be considered incomplete and ineligible for consideration.Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.Successful candidates will be subject to a credential/education verification and criminal background check and be required to self-disclose any conviction history.Five professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.As a part of the University of Iowa's review of your application and consistent with its policies and practices, the University may access and/or view information about you that is job-related and publicly available on the internet, including but not limited to information on social media sites. The access, viewing and/or use of such information is governed by the University's Policy on Human Rights, as well as state and federal law.For questions or additional information, please contact suzanne-hilleman@uiowa.edu.
Director of Athletic Performance . This is a full-time (at-will and FLSA-exempt) position which includes full University benefits. The University of Iowa is an NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Big Ten Conference. The Department of Athletics manages 22 varsity sports programs and related events with a workforce of approximately 245 regular employees and 300 temporary employees. Athletics is a people-centric organization that operates under a
"Win. Graduate. Do It Right."
philosophy. For more information regarding Athletics, please click here.
Responsibilities:
The Director of Athletic Performance is responsible for the management and administration of all phases of a competitive Division I sports performance program that (a) recruits, retains and graduates high caliber student-athletes with a high level of satisfaction, (b) competes successfully within the Big TenSave Conference, and (c) maintains a program and staff that demonstrates high ethical standards.
Benefits Highlights:
Excellent fringe benefit package including paid vacation and sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. The University of Iowa is a Big Ten, nationally ranked research university with 30,000 students located in Iowa City. A vibrant community boasting excellent public schools, safe, comfortable neighborhoods, affordable housing, a highly educated population, and numerous cultural, recreational, and sporting opportunities and events contribute to the Iowa City area frequently appearing high on the best-places-to-live listings. Go to "Working at Iowa" to learn more.
Required qualifications:
Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent);CSCCa Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) or NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS);Minimum of five years working experience as a strength and conditioning coach of collegiate student-athletes in the following areas:Designing speed, strength, and conditioning programs in a progressive mannerExecuting the rehabilitative phase of injury recovery;
Excellent oral and written communication skills, as demonstrated through public speaking engagements, clinician experience, and/or use of effective and creative training/coaching techniques;Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationships;Demonstrated experience in:Performance management, including effectively teaching and supervising small and large groups of student-athletes;Utilizing basic office support software (word processing, email, spreadsheets);
A valid U.S. driving license and the ability to meet and maintain University of Iowa Driving Policy standards.Desired qualifications:
Higher education coursework in a related field is preferred;Coaching experience with and working knowledge ofNCAA Division I strength and conditioning processes, issues, considerations and solutions for a high profile athletic program;Functional movement screening tools and implementing appropriate corrective exercise;
Genuine passion for and experience with supporting the holistic development of student-athletes, recognizing the interconnectedness of mental health and overall well-being.Application Process:
Visit our website at http://jobs.uiowa.edu and search for keywords " Athletic Performance ". Only applications submitted at https://jobs.uiowa.edu will be accepted.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.Applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a relevant file to the submission. Applications without both a cover letter and resume will be considered incomplete and ineligible for consideration.Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.Successful candidates will be subject to a credential/education verification and criminal background check and be required to self-disclose any conviction history.Five professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.As a part of the University of Iowa's review of your application and consistent with its policies and practices, the University may access and/or view information about you that is job-related and publicly available on the internet, including but not limited to information on social media sites. The access, viewing and/or use of such information is governed by the University's Policy on Human Rights, as well as state and federal law.For questions or additional information, please contact suzanne-hilleman@uiowa.edu.