Assistant Director of Sports Performance

University of New Haven•West Haven, CT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Sports Performance will instruct, demonstrate, educate and train student-athletes on the proper rules, strategies, and techniques of an effective and challenging strength and conditioning program to ensure that student-athletes are improving in their sports performance for their respective sport while reducing the risk of injury.

Requirements

Bachelor�s degree required; Master�s degree preferred.
Current certification as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) and current CPR/First Aid certifications are required for the duration of employment.
Minimum of two years of experience involving the development and management of sport-specific individual and group strength training programs for men and women.
Ability to teach and demonstrate the skills and strategies in an independent manner.
Must possess a demonstrated ability to successfully coach at the Division II level.
Strong leadership, verbal and written communication, and motivational skills.

Responsibilities

Using independent judgment and discretion, instruct, educate, and train student-athletes so they are properly prepared for practices and competitions.
Understand, comply, and abide by the rules and regulations of the NCAA, the University of New Haven, and the conference.
Train, encourage and motivate student-athletes.
Manage various issues with student athletes in an effective and professional manner.
Educate, instruct, and demonstrate proper techniques, strategies and use of strength training equipment.
Work closely with the Director of Sports Performance to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of student-athletes and then develop programs and techniques to help optimize their skill and performance.
Assist the Director of Sports Performance in planning and organizing training sessions.
Remain abreast of any changes in rules, techniques or equipment associated with the strength training and conditioning of student-athletes.
Keep accurate records of players� progress as related to performance in games and practices and use this information to help develop and train the student-athlete.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Programs
On-campus Recreation and Fitness Center for employees and families
Employee Assistant Program
Tuition assistance for employees and eligible dependents
Tuition exchange opportunities
Employee Discounts on products, services and educational opportunities
Generous paid time off programs
Progressive paid holiday schedule (including holiday break between Christmas and New Year�s)
4 weeks of parental paid leave
Flexible work schedules including summer hours where applicable