Comunidadlift is hiring: Strength & Conditioning Coach in Greenville

Job Description

Job Summary

The Strength and Conditioning Coach is a ten-month full-time position responsible for the design and implementation of training programs for all varsity athletic teams. The position reports to the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Finance.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for designing and implementing year-round strength training and conditioning programs for varsity teams in collaboration with head coaches.
• Motivates, monitors, and directs safe and effective training programs for team and individual workouts. Teaches proper technique for all lifts and movement training.
• Collaborates with athletic trainers to effectively train teams and accommodate injured student-athletes.
• Supports education of student-athletes regarding supplements, nutrition, sleep, and other healthy living practices with guidance from the athletic training room.
• May work with fitness center members as a personal trainer in June and July.
• Assists in all aspects of the varsity intercollegiate athletic training program with a moderate level of direction. Assists in the development and implementation of new wellness initiatives.
• Communicates and collaborates with a variety of individuals, including the sports medicine staff, coaches, administrators, and various offices on campus providing wellness events and services.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

Athletic Trainer – State of Illinois, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification – American Red Cross or Other, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification – American Red Cross or Other, National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification (NATABOC) – Board of Certification

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in physical education, kinesiology, exercise science, or related field.
• Master’s degree.

Experience:

• Experience working as a coach, assistant coach, or intern in the field of strength and conditioning.
• Prior experience in higher education.

Certifications:

• Certified in strength and conditioning by NSCA, CSCS, or CSCCA.
• Required to maintain a CPR, First Aid, and AED certification.
• Driver’s license.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Basic knowledge of and commitment to NCAA DIII rules including sports medicine best practices.

Preferred Competences

• Ability to organize and prioritize work, take initiative, resolve problems, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills: listening, verbal, written, and interpersonal.
• Ability to analyze movement, make corrections, and communicate effectively.
• Ability to set annual goals and work towards achieving them.

Working Conditions

• Ten-month, full-time position.
• Flexible hours including early mornings & evenings.
• Ability to bend, crouch, or stoop.
• Carry or lift loads of 50 to 99 lbs.
• Use computers extensively for 2 hours to 4 hours.
• Operate equipment necessary to perform the job.
• Perform strenuous physical exertion at times.
• Push/pull objects of 50 to 99 lbs.
• Travel to various off-campus locations.
• Travel to various on-campus locations.
• Use Standard Work Station Equipment.
• Use Standard Office Equipment.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (preferred)
• List of 3 References (preferred)