Athletics - Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach, P/T

Sacred Heart University • Fairfield, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Part-Time Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach is responsible for developing and implementing strength and conditioning programs for assigned varsity teams, as directed by the Senior Associate Athletics Director and the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach. They will also assist in all areas of the strength and conditioning department, including maintaining the weight room. This is a non-benefit eligible seasonal part-time, 20-hour/week position from July 15th through May 15th of each academic year.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in exercise science or related field
• One or both of the following certifications: CSCS, SCCC
• 1-2 years of experience in a college strength & conditioning setting
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification required
• Must be lawfully authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
• Unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred in exercise science or related field

Responsibilities

• Develop strength & conditioning plans for 2-3 varsity programs focused on injury reduction, improving athletic performance, and creating a winning training environment.
• Assist with 1-2 varsity programs assigned by the Senior Associate Athletics Director, Head Strength & Conditioning Coach.
• Gain experience with sports science technologies, athlete monitoring and management platforms (VALD Forcedecks, Catapult, Vitruve VBT)
• Collaborate daily with Athletic Training to ensure the best possible training methods are being used for any injured athletes.
• Assist with cleaning and maintaining the Pitt Center weight room.
• Expand professional network and receive future recommendations
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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