Assistant Performance Coach, Men's & Women's Tennis - Athletic Performance

Florida Gators • Gainesville, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The University Athletic Association at the University of Florida is searching for an Assistant Performance Coach to perform a variety of duties related to athletic performance programs for student-athletes. Assists in the implementation of sport-specific strength, agility, conditioning, and speed programs for Men’s & Women’s Tennis. Oversees general activities in the weight room to ensure proper procedures and lift protocols are followed. Assists in monitoring of the student-athletes’ work ethic, techniques, and proper training skills. This position requires the incumbent to lift and move one hundred plus pounds; be a flexible, detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills; work independently and as part of a collaborative team; multitask effectively; engage effectively with others of diverse cultures or backgrounds and with high energy, intense personalities; and work a non-standard work week which will include evenings, weekends, holidays, and extensive overnight travel. This posting will remain open until a qualified candidate is chosen.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Exercise Science or a related field OR Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science or a related field and one year of related experience training at a collegiate or professional level
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) OR Strength & Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC)
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to lift and move one hundred plus pounds
• Flexible, detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Ability to multitask effectively
• Ability to engage effectively with others of diverse cultures or backgrounds and with high energy, intense personalities

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
• Knowledge of and experience working with Men’s or Women’s Tennis
• Experience working with GPS monitoring systems
• Experience interpreting performance metrics

Responsibilities

• Assists in the implementation of sport-specific strength, agility, conditioning, and speed programs for Men’s & Women’s Tennis.
• Oversees general activities in the weight room to ensure proper procedures and lift protocols are followed.
• Assists in monitoring of the student-athletes’ work ethic, techniques, and proper training skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to health, dental, life, LTD, AD&D, pension plan (upon eligibility), tuition assistance, athletic event tickets, employee events and recognition programs
• Possible relocation assistance
• Competitive compensation package commensurate with candidate’s previous experience and qualifications

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level