Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach (part-time)

Arcadia University•Glenside, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The person in this position will assist the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach with designing, conducting, and monitoring programs for varsity teams. They will provide support in organizing, implementing, overseeing, and evaluating all aspects of strength and conditioning programming. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, with a Master's degree strongly preferred. A minimum of two years of experience in individual and group performance training programs is also preferred, ideally at the collegiate or high school level. The position demands excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills, strong initiative, and the ability to learn and apply University policies. General computer knowledge with proficiency in Word and Excel is necessary. A required NSCA-CSCS certification (or equivalent) and the ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends, are essential. The role also requires a valid driver's license, the ability to pass a background check, motor vehicle check, and drug test, and current CPR, AED, and first aid certifications. Compliance with NCAA Division III and athletic conference rules and regulations is mandatory. Physical requirements include the ability to demonstrate and teach sport-specific skills, move about campus, stand/walk for long periods, bend, kneel, stoop, possess manual dexterity, and lift up to 65 pounds.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in physiology, exercise science, sport science, or related field from accredited college or university.
NSCA-CSCS certification (or equivalent) is required.
Current CPR, AED, and first aid certifications required.
Valid driver's license required.
Ability to successfully complete a background check, motor vehicle check, and drug test.
Compliance with NCAA Division III rules and regulations required.
Compliance with athletic conference rules and regulations required.
Ability to demonstrate and teach sport-specific skills required.
Ability to move about campus and other locations.
Physical ability to include standing and/or walking for long periods, bending, kneeling and stooping, manual dexterity, and ability to lift and carry up to 65 pounds.
General computer knowledge with a proficiency in Word and Excel.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in physiology, exercise science, sport science, or related field.
Minimum of two years experience in individual and group performance training programs.
Previous experience at the collegiate or high school level.
Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills, whether dealing with individuals or groups, and an ability to work well with different constituents.
Strong initiative, detail, and follow-up skills with student-athletes, staff members, and administration.
Demonstrated leadership, vision, personnel, and management skills.
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to set and achieve or exceed goals and meet deadlines.
Ability to learn and apply University policies and procedures to ensure operational compliance and reliable judgement.
Training and recertification can be provided if necessary.

Responsibilities

Designs, implements, schedules, conducts, and monitors strength and conditioning programs for varsity teams that are geared toward optimizing performance and decreasing injury potential.
Maintains a safe, productive, and inviting exercise environment while providing student-athletes with guidance and proper techniques for weight-training, speed, agility, and conditioning program.
Provides clear and consistent feedback to coaches on the progression of student-athletes in accordance with NCAA legislation, and maintains up-to-date records on the strength program of each team and student-athlete.
Ensures safety of training activities while enforcing weight room policies and procedures.
Coordinates rehabilitation and return-to-play protocols for injured student-athletes at the direction of the athletic training staff.
Reviews and maintains procedures and protocols reflective of industry best practices, and keeps informed of contemporary trends, tactics, techniques and strategies.
Assists in equipment maintenance and repair and attends continuing education events.
Participates in a positive work environment that encourages engagement with those of other cultures or backgrounds, and contributes to the overall success of the department by fulfilling secondary responsibilities as assigned as a representative of the Athletics Department.