Head Coach of Strength & Conditioning

Essential Job Duties

• Design and implement training protocols for the athletic department teams and athletes

• Assist the athletic training staff in rehabilitation and injury prevention as needed

• Supervision of workout session for each program

• Instruction of proper techniques for strength and conditioning

• Make recommendations for the purchase of new equipment

• Responsible for arranging of maintenance and repairs of the weight room equipment

• Assists the head coach to make travel arrangements for program

• Complies with all rules and regulations of the NCAA, GLVC, and SBU

• Assists in activities hosted by SBU to facilitate recruitment

• Works in cooperation with department members to strengthen all sports programs

• Regular attendance and punctuality

• Sets an example of a Christian lifestyle for students, staff and faculty

• Commitment and adherence to Southwest Baptist University’s Principles and Expectations 

• Performs duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics

Supervisory Responsibility

The Head Coach of Strength and Conditioning supervises GAs and student-workers assigned to the program.

Position Requirements

Required

•     Bachelor’s Degree

•     Certification through the NSCA (CSCS) or CSCCa (SCCC)

•     Knowledge of NCAA rules

Preferred

•     Master’s Degree in Sports Performance, Strength and Conditioning, Exercise Science, Athletic Administration, or related field

•      At least one year of full or part-time strength and conditioning coach experience at the collegiate level is preferred

•      Have the ability to work well with students, faculty, community, and media

•      Ability to teach, demonstrate, and supervise proper techniques for strength, speed, conditioning, agility, and flexibility exercises within the program, while maintaining a safe environment

Work Environment

•      Must be able to work in typical office and athletics environment. 

•      Must be available for frequent travel during season and recruiting times.  Night and weekend work required.

•      Must be able to work during crowd noise and loud game environments

•      Must be able to work outdoors

•      Must be able to travel long distances by plane, train, or automobile.

•      Must be able to interact and instruct team members in drills, play formation, and game preparation.

•      Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds frequently.

Physical Abilities

•      Must be able to operate and / or maneuver equipment used for the daily training of student-athletes in strength and conditioning.

•      Must be able to operate standard office equipment such as a personal computer, photocopies, printer, etc.

•      Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and hold a valid Missouri Driver’s License.

•      Must be able to climb stairs, work in varying temperatures and sit and stand for long periods of time.