Assistant Football Coach / Strength and Conditioning Coach

Job Duties:

• Design and implement strength and conditioning programs in-season, off-season, and pre-season for the football program in accordance with NSCA Strength and Conditioning Professional Standards guidelines.

• Monitor and teach proper techniques for strength conditioning.

• Reduce the likelihood of sports-related injuries or aggravation of existing injuries during practice sessions and/or scheduled contests.

• Meet Augustana College, NCAA and CCIW regulations and obligations, including operating budget and fiscal responsibilities.

• Evaluate and prioritize weight room strength and cardio equipment needs.

• If available, train, supervise, and evaluate part-time, graduate assistant, and/or volunteer strength and conditioning assistants.

• Work collaboratively with the Head Football Coach to conduct and evaluate practice activities for designated team   

members. Provide group and individual assistance in a manner that engages the student-athletes and builds 

commitment to the program. 

• Work collaboratively with the Head Football Coach to integrate efforts and create program success. Assist other staff members with activities as needed to reach the goals of the team. 

• Meet with prospective students and their family members both on campus and at remote locations. Provide advice and counsel on the admissions process, the Augustana experience and the integral role of the student-athlete in overall campus life. 

• Align and promote the core principals and standards of the program at all times. 

• Provide general counsel, guidance, and inspiration to students regarding their overall success, particularly including utilizing new student orientation activities, career services, academic success programs, living successfully in the residence halls and behaving within the College's student conduct expectations.

• Promote good sportsmanship.

• Assist, as needed, in developing positive alumni relations and fundraising efforts to support a competitive NCAA Division Ill athletics program.

• Assist with facility maintenance and equipment upkeep to ensure a clean, safe, and functional training environment.

• Perform additional departmental administrative duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Demonstrate community involvement with active leadership as a positive role model and encouragement of student-athlete participation in mentoring or other service programs.

Requirements:

Education: Bachelor's degree required and master’s degree preferred with an emphasis in exercise science, exercise physiology, or physical education or a related field. Current relevant professional certification by an independent agency such as the NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certificate.

Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience with development and management of strength training programs at the college level preferred.

• Current standard first aid, CPR and AED certifications.

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and CCIW policies and procedures.

• Excellent communication skills, including effective verbal and written abilities.

• Strong organizational and leadership skills.

• Strong motivational skills.

• Ability to work effectively with a diverse population.

• Ability to work effectively with students, staff, faculty and coaches.

• Ability to positively influence public relations between the Athletics Department, the campus and the Quad Cities community.

• Computer and database skills necessary.