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Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach

Employer
Florida Gulf Coast University
Location
Florida, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Jul 11, 2022

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Position Type
Administrative, Student Affairs, Athletics
Employment Type
Full Time


Job Summary

The Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach assists with all individual and group strength and conditioning programs to meet the nutritional, physical, and mental development needs of student-athletes.

Florida Gulf Coast University is committed to establishing and maintaining an inclusive working and learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of the campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and international worldview.

At FGCU, we collectively stand against any individual or group that practices any form of racism, discrimination, intolerance, hate expressions, or disrespect. We are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in an inherently diverse country and world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, religious beliefs, abilities, ages, gender identities, sexual orientations, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, family statuses, and military backgrounds. FGCU strives to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our University stronger. The University community recognizes the importance of a diverse and inclusive institution and holds these ideals as paramount for the current and future success of the institution.

We seek colleagues who promote and embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply for this position as we believe that our University will grow and move forward through a commitment of equality for all.

Job Description

Typical duties include but are not limited to:
  • Assists with all aspects of strength and conditioning programs for student-athletes
  • Maintains established goals to enhance the nutritional, physical, and mental development.
  • Collaborates with athletic training coaches to monitor rehabilitation programs and develop post-rehabilitation programs.
  • Tests and evaluates student-athletes to effectively monitor desired training outcomes.
  • Mentors strength and conditioning interns and graduate assistants.
  • Complies with all University, ASUN or CCSA (Coastal Collegiate Sports Association) regulations, as well as all NCAA rules and regulations. Remains current with all changes in NCAA, as well as changes to University, ASUN and CCSA rules and regulations regarding intercollegiate athletics. This includes the requirement for self-reporting any possible rule violations and participation in the annual NCAA continuing education programs including passing the NCAA certification test, if applicable. Any violation of NCAA rules is prohibited and may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
Other Duties:
  • Other job-related duties as assigned.
  • Maintains current knowledge of strength and conditioning techniques to enhance the nutritional, physical, and mental development needs of student-athletes.
  • Travels throughout the country and internationally as assigned.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Health Science, Biomechanics, Human Performance, Physical Education, Exercise Physiology or closely related field.
  • Current certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) or the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA).
  • Current American Red Cross CPR/AED certification.
  • Valid driver’s license and the ability to travel throughout the country.
  • One year of full-time professional athletic strength and conditioning experience, in higher education athletics.
  • Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.
  • Experience operating a personal computer and proficient in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Health Science, Biomechanics, Human Performance, Physical Education, Exercise Physiology or closely related field.
  • One year of full-time professional athletic strength and conditioning experience, with Men’s and Women’s basketball, in a National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I institution.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Knowledge of exercise technique and instruction, functional training, nutritional planning, and proper exercise prescription.
  • Knowledge of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) rules and regulations and a strong commitment to maintain compliance with those rules and regulations.
  • Knowledge of student-athlete intellectual, emotional and social development and an ability to guide athletes toward successful completion of an undergraduate degree while participating in intercollegiate athletics.
  • Knowledge of and ability to administer first aid and CPR/AED.
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and an ability to use independent judgment and remain flexible while prioritizing tasks.
  • Ability to thrive in an organization that values the diversity of its student body and workforce and actively promotes equity and inclusion.
  • Ability to operate personal computers with proficiency and learn new applications and systems.
  • Ability to design and implement individual and group programs for all sports.
  • Ability to operate within a team organizational structure.
  • Ability to interact and represent FGCU professionally with a diverse constituency of students, faculty, staff, and the public.
  • Ability to adapt quickly to changing student needs and maintain consistent communication with supervisors and support staff in Athletic Department.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times.
Salary: $33,100

FGCU is an EOE AA /F/Vet/Disability Employer.

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