Coach, Strength & Conditioning, Job 25-3050 KA

Mukilteo School District•Everett, WA

About The Position

This position will be for four (4) sport seasons (fall, winter, spring, summer) for 12 to 15 hours per week. Start date is as soon as possible. A stipend of $3,750 per season, 15,000 for the school year. JOB TITLE: Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach CLASSIFICATION: Co-Curricular - MECU REPORTS TO: Building Athletic Director JOB SUMMARY: Strength and Conditioning Coach is responsible for establishing and maintaining strength and conditioning program(s) for all sports, with the three major goals of improving athletic performance, reducing athletic injuries, and teaching lifelong fitness and movement skills. Strength and Conditioning Coach devises training plans according to sound scientific principles, supervises training sessions, evaluates athletes, maintains athlete records, and teaches strength and conditioning classes, if applicable. Strength and Conditioning Coach meets regularly with sport coaches to determine what the athletes need to work on. If working with an injured athlete engaged in rehabilitation, the Coach will consult with the sports medicine or athletic training staff. Strength and Conditioning Coach is responsible for maintaining the strength and conditioning facility, and for establishing policies, plans, and procedures for the safe and professional operation of the facility.

Requirements

BS in Kinesiology or related field (experience/certification may replace BS degree)
A current relevant professional certification credentialed by an independent accreditation agency— for example, the NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist® (CSCS®) (CSCS. USAW. PES. IYCA. WITS. ACE. ATC and/or CPD)
Current standard first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillation (AED) certifications.
A strong working knowledge and teaching skills in analysis and techniques of strength training.
Experience and/or expertise in strength and conditioning programming for high school.
Strong motivational abilities.
Evidence of ability to interact positively with student athletes, colleagues, and the public.
Evidence of strong organizational skills and effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to demonstrate the appropriate skills and techniques to be used by the athletes.
Ability to visually monitor athletes.
Sitting, standing, lifting, and carrying (up to 50 pounds), reaching, squatting, climbing stairs, kneeling, and moving equipment/boxes up to 50 lbs.
Current standard first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillation (AED) certifications.
Knowledge of universal hygiene precautions.
Knowledge of current NSCA Strength and Conditioning Professional Standards and Guidelines.
Must know how to operate strength training equipment, automated external defibrillator (AED), and sports aid equipment.
Must be able to work with various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality.
Work surfaces will vary from concrete to grass to hard wood floors.
Job responsibilities require both inside and outside assignments.
Interruptions at work are routine.
Flexibility and patience are required.
Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignments without direct supervision.
Evening and weekend work may be expected.
Must be able to work under stressful conditions.

Responsibilities

Design and implement strength training and conditioning programs in-season, off-season, and pre-season for all school-sanctioned male and female athletic programs 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 the NSCA Strength and Conditioning Professional Standards Guidelines.
Develop systems for tracking athlete attendance and athlete progress in conjunction with the sport coaches.
Conduct an annual needs analysis for each sport team in conjunction with the sport coach and the athletic trainer at the conclusion of each sport season.
Annually conduct and review a departmental risk management plan.
Complete an annual budgetary proposal for the program that includes routine maintenance, purchase of new equipment, etc.
Determine and reinforce expectations for athlete conduct that mirror the school’s expectations for curricular and extra-curricular activities, as stated in the school’s Student Code of Conduct.
Work with building administrators to determine interest in starting a Weightlifting Club utilizing Factor Points.