Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach
- Employer
- Alcorn State University
- Location
- Mississippi, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Mar 24, 2022
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Facilities Management & Physical Plant, Student Affairs, Athletics
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Job Details
Purpose of Job
To assist the Head Strength & Conditioning/Equipment Manager by providing guidance, and training in the area of strength and conditioning along with the equipment for all student-athletes and sports teams.
Scope of Responsibilities
To assist the Head Strength & Conditioning/Equipment Manager with rehabilitation of injured athletes, along with planning and coordinating the operations of equipment for effective maintenance and repair programs, equipment safety programs and equipment use on job sites.
Essential Job Functions
• Assist with administering strength training programs unique to assigned sport(s) and to each individual student-athlete, using discretion and independent judgment
• Assist with developing and determining realistic goals, rules, expectations, and motivations for assigned teams and each individual student-athlete, using discretion and independent judgment
• Interact with team trainers and medical staff in designing, developing, and implementing rehabilitation programs for injured student-athletes
• Prepare periodic evaluationsand progress reports regarding the progress, conditioning, and training of the student-athletes
• Monitor appearance, maintenance, and organization of equipment in training facilities;
• Assist in scheduling and organizing daily use of the Facility;
• Assist in the evaluation and recommendation in the procurement and maintenance of all equipment;
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Strength and Coditioning Coach/Equipment Manager
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum of two (2) years of successful collegiate strength and conditioning experience (preferably within Division I) is required. Candidate will be required to maintain current certification through a nationally accredited strength and conditioning certification program (National Strength Coaches Association and Collegiate Strength and Coditioning Coaches Association are both accredited.) in accordance with NCAA requirements.
Licensing and Certifications
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist ( CSCS ) – Preferred
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of strength and conditioning equipment
• Interpersonal/human relations skills
• Supervisory skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
Physical Requirements
Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas
Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds
Occasionally
Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds
Occasionally
Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds
Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds
Travel
Occasionally
Extended Work Hours
Occasionally
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S626
Number of Vacancies
1
Location
Lorman
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
09/28/2021
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
Alcorn State University
Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination
Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
Advertising Summary
Excellent Benefits Package
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a Bachelor's degree?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you currently have certification through a nationally
accredited strength and conditioning certification program?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have two years of related experience?
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Letter of Recommendation (Professional)
- Letter of Recommendation (Personal)
- Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)
Company
A great educational choice, Alcorn State University in Mississippi is a place of purpose, history, and discovery, and the nation's oldest, land-grant HBCU
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