Associate Director, Sports Performance

Austin Peay State University • Clarksville, TN

6h • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Director, Sports Performance is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the year-round training and conditioning of the Men’s Basketball team and other assigned sports teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach through the National Strength and Conditioning Association, and/or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified through the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Association.
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certified.
• Knowledge of resistance training principles and periodization.
• Understanding and appreciation of major weight training philosophies such as Powerlifting, Olympic Weight Lifting, High Intensity Interval Training, and Functional Training.
• Knowledge of general and sport-specific aerobic and anaerobic conditioning principles and periodization.
• Ability to communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents of said athletes, Athletic Trainers, Academic Counselors, Athletic and Academic Administrators, and Sport Coaches.
• Deep and sincere appreciation in the principles of wellness, especially as it pertains to sleep, hygiene, and the importance of living and teaching performance nutrition and hydration principles.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing proper use of the weight room facility in the Dunn Center while supervising student athletes.
• Assess student athletes regarding strength and flexibility needs.
• Discuss proper nutrition needs and practices.
• Write and implement individual training programs for athletes and the Men’s Basketball, and other assigned sports teams.
• Work with the Director of Sports Performance to assign coaches and teams to weightlifting time blocks.
• Oversee, stock, and manage the fueling station in the Dunn Center.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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