Head Strength and Conditioning Coach

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JOB TITLE

Head Strength and Conditioning Coach

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Head Strength and Conditioning Coach is responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing a comprehensive strength, speed, agility, and conditioning program for all athletic teams. This role focuses on enhancing athlete performance, preventing injuries, and promoting safe training practices, while fostering discipline, teamwork, and a culture of excellence.

The coach will collaborate closely with sport coaches, athletic trainers, and other performance staff to tailor programs to each sport’s unique demands and to individual student-athletes’ needs. Administrative duties include scheduling, budget management, equipment maintenance, and compliance with all institutional expectations.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strength and conditioning programs for 120 athletes across 8 sports.
• Demonstrate proper form for exercises, ensure athlete safety during team lifts, and utilize assessment tools to track progress.
• Remain up to date on strength and conditioning best practices, trends, and certifications.
• Assist in scheduling strength sessions around athletes' practices and ensure availability for university students' use.
• Strong communication and working relationship with the Athletic Training team to ensure athlete safety and assist with return-to-play care.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in kinesiology or related field
• One year of strength and conditioning experience
• OR
• In lieu of a degree, any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree.
• 3-5 years of progressive experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities KSAs:

• Comprehensive understanding of training techniques, strategies, regulations, and best practices at the collegiate level.
• Strong knowledge of NAIA and Sun Conference compliance requirements, eligibility rules, and reporting expectations.
• Understanding of student-athlete development, academic support practices, and safe training standards
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to instruct, motivate, and mentor student-athletes.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to foster a culture of respect, accountability, and teamwork

Required Certifications:

• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist

NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE: This position is salaried and exempt. The normal work schedule is Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; however, many nights and weekends may be required.

TARGET HIRING SALARY: $60,000 - 65,000, commensurate with experience.

Location/Work Model: Full-time/On-site

Note: Employment-based visa sponsorship will NOT be considered for this position.

APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE: The position may be open for 14 days. However, the review of applications will commence immediately.

APPLICATION PROCESS: In addition to completing the online application, all applicants are required to upload the following as attachments to the application (preferably in PDF format).

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Three (3) Professional References

If any of these three items are not included, you will not be considered for the position.

References will not be contacted unless you are selected as a finalist for the position.