Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach Job at University at Albany in City of

Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach

Category: Professional

Department: Athletics Administration - 07115

Locations: Albany, NY

Posted: Mar 4, 2025

Closes: Apr 3, 2025 - 11:59 PM EDT

Type: Full-time

Ref.No.: WF240289

PositionID: 186074

About University at Albany:

Established in 1844 and designated a University Center of the State University of New York in 1962, the University at Albany's broad mission of excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research, and public service engages a diverse student body of approximately 17,000 students in nine schools and colleges across three campuses. Located in Albany, New York, New York State's capital, the University is convenient to Boston, New York City, and the Adirondacks.

Job Description:

The Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach is responsible for designing, directing and implementing periodized, evidence-based, sport specific programs for all Division I athletic programs. The strength coach must be certified and able to assess and evaluate each student-athlete's movement and program individual needs to improve physical development; help reduce injuries; and enhance athletic performance. The strength coach will serve as a resource to student-athletes for providing educational resources about nutrition, supplements and diet.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and educate student-athletes on the proper techniques for all weight training activities. Effectively communicate, monitor and supervise all weight training and conditioning activities to ensure safety and welfare for student-athletes.
• Provide expert instruction in the use of weight machines and conditioning equipment and tailor different programs based on the needs of teams and/or individual athletes.
• Knowledge to effectively design and implement sport specific and individual strength and conditioning programs for all assigned sports.
• Work with each Head Coach to develop weight training and conditioning programs that are specific to sport, adequately preparing and conditioning student-athletes for practice and competition.
• In collaboration with the athletic training staff, assist with the development and implementation of rehabilitation and reconditioning programs for injured student-athlete(s).
• Maintain requirements for continuing education to remain current in strength and conditioning trends, nutritional programs and supplement use.
• Schedule strength and conditioning times for assigned sports with consideration for gender equity and Title IX.
• Assist with annual budget preparation for the Strength and Conditioning department.
• Provide regular educational programs for coaches and student-athletes regarding strength and conditioning, nutrition and supplement use.
• Evaluate all strength and conditioning equipment and make recommendations for repair and replacement.
• Supervise student interns.
• Other reasonable duties as assigned.

Functional and Supervisory Relationships:

• Reports to Assistant Athletic Director Strength and Conditioning
• Supervises student interns

Job Requirements:

• Knowledge of all student-athlete safety and welfare items, especially mental health and nutrition.
• Knowledge of NCAA and conference affiliate policies and procedures.
• Ability to work varying schedules (evenings, weekends, holidays, etc.).
• Ability to travel.
• Ability to work under pressure and make sound decisions.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization in strength and conditioning, preferably in kinesiology, physiology or exercise related field.
• Current certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) or the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA) and certification in CPR/AED Training.
• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community.
• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in kinesiology, physiology or exercise related field.
• 1+ years of experience as a certified strength and conditioning coach.
• Experience working at the Division I level.
• Experience working with specific sport this position will be assigned to.
• Strength coaches are student-facing employees so it's critical they are available and accessible during their typical work schedule.
• This job is physical in nature. The physical demands include moderate lifting, ability to demonstrate exercises/lift techniques to student-athletes, ability to work from multiple locations within the department depending on the activity, ability to assist in setting up the necessary equipment on the field/court, etc.

Additional Information:

Professional Rank and Salary Range: SL-2, $49,661

Special Notes: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements.

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions prepare, publish, and distribute an Annual Security Report. This report consists of disclosure of the University's crime statistics for the past three years and disclosures regarding the University's current campus security policies.

Applicants MUST submit the following documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover letter stating all the required minimum qualifications and any of the applicable preferred qualifications
• Contact information for three professional references

Closing date for receipt of applications: April 3, 2025