Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach

Naval Academy Athletic Association•Annapolis, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Naval Academy Athletic Association (NAAA) is seeking a Strength and Conditioning Coach for Sprint Football, Offshore Sailing, and Men’s Golf. This role is responsible for providing programming and coaching in areas such as motivation, education, conditioning, resistance training, mobility, and recovery to help athletes reach their full potential. The NAAA, founded in 1891, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and financing the varsity athletic programs of the United States Naval Academy, ensuring every midshipman has the opportunity to compete at the Division I level and fostering moral, mental, and physical development.

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 CPR certification.
Must be current in 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.
Eligible to work in the United States of America, without sponsorship.
Eligible to work on a military installation, including a willingness to submit to a background screen.
Possess a valid driver’s license.

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 assigned teams, utilizing research-driven practices.
Collaborate with sports medicine or athletic training staff on the rehabilitation and strengthening of injured athletes.
Foster 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 line with Naval Academy standards.
Develop systems for tracking athlete attendance and progress in conjunction with sport coaches.
Maintain a personal health and fitness lifestyle consistent with Naval Academy guidelines.
Conduct an annual needs-analysis for each sport team with the sport coach and athletic trainer at the end of each season.
Determine and reinforce athlete conduct expectations that align with Naval Academy expectations for curricula and extra-curricular activities.
Successfully complete required training and educational courses.