Associate Sports Performance Coach

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or related field required; Master’s degree preferred

Experience and Training

• Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in strength and conditioning at the collegiate level
• Strong leadership skills
• Must have and maintain a national accredited Strength and Conditioning certification (CSCS, SCCC )
• Must have and maintain CPR/AED Certification

Knowledge, Skills, Ability:

• Understanding of all sports and the training principals behind them.
• Ability to relate to and work with student athletes, coaches, and staff.
• Will be expected to work extended hours that are often outside of normal business hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. Travel with team(s) will be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Plans, implements, and manages a program of on- and off-field athletic development to enhance the performance levels and well-being of the University’s student athletes.
• Designs and implements strength and conditioning programs, which include power, strength, speed, agility, flexibility, nutrition, and conditioning for assigned teams.
• Ensures safe and correct execution of exercise techniques.
• Monitors, documents, and reports athletes’ progression, including strength, speed, power and explosion metrics, to all athletes and coaches.
• Collaborates with athletic training staff in development of rehab protocols for injured athletes as well as development of alternative training methods for injured/rehabilitating athletes.
• Maintains an open line of communication with the other members of the performance staff, sport coaches, and athletes.
• Meets with recruits as requested by sport coaches.
• Ensures upkeep and maintenance of the weight room.
• Assist in the supervision of interns and students.
• Assist other performance coaches with their teams when needed.
• Maintains positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating effectively with student athletes and staff.
• Maintain highest levels of professionalism and integrity at all times in or outside of the workplace.
• Ensures all programs adhere to NCAA compliance and safety standards.

Louisiana Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Employer and places a high priority on the creation of an environment supportive of ethnic minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities.

Posting Close Date: This position will remain open until filled.

Please Note:  Applications must be completed by 11:59 p.m. on the Job Closing Date to ensure consideration.