Assistant Athletics Director, Fitness Center and Sports Performance

Emerson College•Boston, MA

11d•$58,850 - $72,150•Hybrid

About The Position

The Assistant Athletics Director, Fitness Center & Sports Performance position reports to the Associate Athletics Director, Fitness Center & Sports Performance and will assist with maximizing student-athletes' athletic performance while reducing the risk of injury. In addition, this position will implement scientifically-proven principles of strength and conditioning, while creating a positive, energetic, and encouraging training environment that is conducive to the overall development of student-athletes. This is an important role that requires extensive student and coach interaction, and the ability to confidently interact and engage with a diverse population.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or Physical Education or related field required.
3-5 years of experience in designing and implementing sports performance programs with athletic populations including college, high school or elite youth, required.
Certification in CPR, AED and First Aid required.
CSCS (NSCA)and/or CSCCA certification required.
Valid Driver’s License required.
Proficiency in demonstrating and instructing basic and advanced weightlifting, movement, and functional training techniques.
In depth knowledge of exercise science, injury prevention, and periodized program design for varied athletic disciplines.
Strong organizational and computer skills, with proficiency in athletic management software and standard office technology.
Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, prioritize workloads, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Self-motivated team player with excellent interpersonal, conflict-resolution, and oral/written communication skills.
Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and positive engagement within a diverse institutional community.
Exceptional attention to detail required
Position requires continuous physical movement, standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping, and climbing.
Ability to continuously communicate orally and in writing with student-athletes, medical staff, coaches, co-workers, and administrators; visual acuity to read computer screens, fine print, and detect color-coded data.
Ability to regularly demonstrate exercises and handle equipment, including lifting and moving weights exceeding 100 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Collegiate strength and conditioning experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Design and implement scientifically-proven, yearly periodized strength and conditioning programs tailored for Division III student-athletes, emphasizing ground-based, multi-joint, and multi-directional movement patterns.
Manage and schedule varsity team usage of the fitness center.
Provide operational supervision and coverage for general student population usage of the fitness center.
Evaluate, research, and recommend new or replacement equipment to meet evolving student-athlete performance and fitness center goals.
Serve as the Staff Advisor to the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC).
Provide site administration and event management coverage for home athletic contests.
Maintain strict compliance with all NCAA Division III, NEWMAC, and College rules, regulations, and ethical standards.
All Student Affairs staff are expected to actively participate in and support major divisional and institutional programs and events, including but not limited to student and staff training, Move-in and Move-out, Orientation, Family & Friends Weekend, Picture Yourself at Emerson, Commencement, the Student Organizations Fair, and other key community-building initiatives.
Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.