Assistant Director of Sports Performance, Football
About The Position
Duke Athletics is firmly committed to our values of respect, trust, inclusion, discovery, and excellence, and to continuing our work to be an equitable and inclusive environment for all. Our collective success within and beyond the competitive arena depends on each community member being and feeling welcomed, respected, and valued. Through continuous education, reflection, humility, and accountability, we strive to develop leaders who embody these ideals. Position Summary: Duke University is seeking a qualified candidate to be an Assistant Director of Sports Performance, Football. This position is responsible for assisting in designing, implementing, conducting, and monitoring sports performance programs for football student-athletes. Essential Functions: Assist with the design and implementation sports performance programs for Football student athletes as assigned by the Head Football Sports Performance Coach. Work with assigned staff regarding sports science and track and monitor assessment data and performance, wellness, and readiness metrics relevant to the team’s programs Assist with the development of recovery and wellness programs to support performance goals in conjunction with staff in other team support areas Assist with rehabilitation of sports related injuries to student-athletes. All duties must be performed in compliance with NCAA, Conference and University rules and regulations. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Biomechanics, Health Sciences or related field.
- Current NSCA CSCS or CSCCa SCCC certification.
- Minimum of two years as a sports performance coach at the collegiate or professional level
- CPR/First Aid Certification required.
- The candidate must also possess strong organizational and communications skills.
- Professional demeanor and high standard of ethics and integrity pertaining to collegiate athletics.
- Ability to work effectively in a diverse workplace, with sports medicine and nutrition professionals, and support staff.
- Basic technology skills, including computer-based software, and mobile device applications.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Biomechanics, Health Sciences or related field.
- Demonstrated experience training elite collegiate level student-athletes.
- Additional relevant certifications (e.g. USAW).
Responsibilities
- Assist with the design and implementation sports performance programs for Football student athletes as assigned by the Head Football Sports Performance Coach.
- Work with assigned staff regarding sports science and track and monitor assessment data and performance, wellness, and readiness metrics relevant to the team’s programs
- Assist with the development of recovery and wellness programs to support performance goals in conjunction with staff in other team support areas
- Assist with rehabilitation of sports related injuries to student-athletes.
- All duties must be performed in compliance with NCAA, Conference and University rules and regulations.
Benefits
- Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family- friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
