Assistant Strength Coach

Bucknell University

18h • Onsite

About The Position

Bucknell University is seeking an Assistant Strength Coach to join our team! Primary job responsibilities for this position will include: the design, implementation and scheduling of sport specific strength and conditioning programs for assigned sports. The successful candidate must be proficient in Olympic and strength training movements, exercise selection and training theories/philosophies. Responsible for overseeing and implementing training programs for Division I student-athletes in 6-8 varsity programs, assisting with the planning, scheduling, and development of weight training programs for 27 varsity D-1 intercollegiate athletic teams. Additional tasks include providing certified and safe instruction on the use of weight machines, free weights, and conditioning equipment, as well as conducting regular testing and evaluations of student-athletes to monitor progress and ensure training outcomes are met. Promote commitment and teamwork by developing strong working relationships with the sports medicine staff, ensuring open lines of communication in the monitoring, design, and implementation of rehabilitation programs for injured athletes. Additionally, the role involves educating and promoting proper nutritional guidance and supplementation to support the health and performance of student-athletes. Responsible for maintaining the weight room by taking inventory of equipment and recommending upgrades as needed, in line with the department’s overall risk management planning. Additionally, the role includes overseeing volunteer Strength Interns, providing education on program development skills and proper lifting techniques to ensure their growth and effectiveness in the role. The job description's listed responsibilities and tasks are not exhaustive, additional non-essential tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• NSCA-CSCS or CSCCA Certification
• CPR/AED certification
• Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills combined with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and student-athletes having a range of backgrounds, interests, and perspectives
• Attention to detail, integrity, and a high level of initiative
• Working knowledge of medical and physiological terminology

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Strength Training or a related field of Exercise Science/Kinesiology
• One to three years of Collegiate Strength and Conditioning experience
• Excellent computer skills and the ability to effectively work with others
• Familiar with NCAA rules and regulations
• Proficient in coaching Power Lifting and Olympic style lifts
• Experience with the Bridge Athletics programming platform that powers robust workout design, delivery and monitoring
• Experience with the Bod-E Comm2 (Near Infrared Body Composition Analyzer)

Responsibilities

• Design, implementation and scheduling of sport specific strength and conditioning programs for assigned sports.
• Overseeing and implementing training programs for Division I student-athletes in 6-8 varsity programs
• Assisting with the planning, scheduling, and development of weight training programs for 27 varsity D-1 intercollegiate athletic teams.
• Providing certified and safe instruction on the use of weight machines, free weights, and conditioning equipment
• Conducting regular testing and evaluations of student-athletes to monitor progress and ensure training outcomes are met.
• Promoting commitment and teamwork by developing strong working relationships with the sports medicine staff, ensuring open lines of communication in the monitoring, design, and implementation of rehabilitation programs for injured athletes.
• Educating and promoting proper nutritional guidance and supplementation to support the health and performance of student-athletes.
• Maintaining the weight room by taking inventory of equipment and recommending upgrades as needed, in line with the department’s overall risk management planning.
• Overseeing volunteer Strength Interns, providing education on program development skills and proper lifting techniques to ensure their growth and effectiveness in the role.

Benefits

• Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to): Flexible scheduling options determined by role; Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
• An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
• Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!)
• Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
• A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
• A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card

What This Job Offers

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