Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach

Naval Academy Athletic Association•Annapolis, MD

4d•$54,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

The position of Strength and Conditioning Coach for Women's Basketball is responsible for providing programming and coaching that includes but is not limited to motivation, education, and guidance on conditioning, resistance training, mobility, and recovery to help athletes develop to the best of their ability.

Requirements

B.S. in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or Human Performance required
Must hold at least one of the following certifications: CSCS from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) or SCCC from the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa)
Must be current in the following certifications: Current CPR certification and Current AED certification.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Basic computer skills, Excel and strength software preferred.
A strong working knowledge and teaching skills in analysis and techniques of strength training.
Strong motivational abilities.
Ability to interact positively with student athletes, colleagues, and the public.
Strong organizational skills and effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to demonstrate the appropriate skills and techniques to be used by the athletes.
Must be eligible to work in the United States of America, without sponsorship.
Must be eligible to work on a military installation, including a willingness to submit to a background screen.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
This is an in-person position.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree Preferred
2+ years of coaching strength and conditioning at the collegiate, or professional level preferred

Responsibilities

Design and implement strength training and conditioning programs in-season, off-season, and preseason for all teams assigned in a manner that reflects research driven practices.
Work in cooperation with the sports medicine or athletic training staff in the rehabilitation and strengthening of injured athletes.
Facilitate a collaborative relationship among sport coaches, sports medicine, and the strength and conditioning staff.
Design and implement policies and procedures for the strength and conditioning program in accordance with Naval Academy standards and guidelines.
Develop systems for tracking athlete attendance and athlete progress in conjunction with the sport coaches.
Maintains a personal health and fitness lifestyle consistent with Naval Academy guidelines.
Conduct an annual needs-analysis for each sport team in conjunction with the sport coach and the team's athletic trainer at the conclusion of each sport season.
Determine and reinforce expectations for athlete conduct that mirror the Naval Academy expectations for curricula and extra-curricular activities, as stated in the Academy Student Athlete Code of Conduct.
Successfully completes training and educational courses as required.