Assistant Director of Strength and Conditioning

University of St. Thomas (MN)•Saint Paul, MN

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About The Position

The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for an Assistant Director of Strength and Conditioning position within the department of Intercollegiate Athletics. The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission. Reporting to the Assistant Athletic Director and Director of Strength and Conditioning, the Assistant Director of Strength and Conditioning is responsible for the strength and conditioning initiatives for each of their assigned Student-Athletes that participate, represent, and compete at the University of St. Thomas. Consistently and regularly work with assigned ICA coaching staff to ensure that every area that affects performance or injury prevention is sport specific and utilizes the most up to date technology. Supervise the strength and conditioning interns, to ensure they are providing superior services to our student-athletes. Communicate and work with the Sports Medicine Department to provide assigned student-athletes with complete injury-prevention protocols and necessary program adjustments to those that are injured. Assist the Assistant AD and Director of Strength and Conditioning in ensuring ICA's strength and conditioning facilities consistently provide Student-Athletes with a functional, appropriate, and safe work environment. Work with the Sports Medicine Department and other campus resources to provide our Student-Athletes nutrition education. This position will require overnight travel.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Physical Education, or related field
Three years strength and conditioning experience
Certification in Strength and Conditioning (CSCS or CSCCa) and CPR/First Aid Certification
Must be available to work evenings and weekends
A DMV Background check is required for this position

Nice To Haves

A Master's degree
An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired may be substituted.

Responsibilities

Research, organize, and develop progressive and dynamic strength and conditioning programs to Student-Athletes of your assigned sports that ensure a state-of-the-art approach in the areas of strength, power, speed, agility, flexibility, conditioning, injury prevention, and nutrition.
Direct application of scientifically proven strength and conditioning initiatives in the areas of strength, power, speed, agility, flexibility, conditioning, injury prevention, and nutrition to members of your assigned sports.
In conjunction with the Sports Nutrition Department and Department of Health and Exercise Science, implement nutrition education and plans as directed by the Assistant AD and Director of Strength and conditioning to your assigned student-athletes. In addition, pursue initiatives involving sports science and cutting-edge technology to assist in maximizing performance and reducing injuries.
Assist the Assistant AD and Director of Strength and Conditioning in maintaining the ICA and recreational weight training facilities to ensure and implement the highest level of safety, security, cleanliness, and functionality.
Assist your assigned programs in recruiting applicable Prospective Student-Athletes with professionalism, honesty, knowledge, and sincerity.
Additional duties as assigned.