Director of Sports Performance

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation. The Director of Sports Performance will be responsible for but not limited to developing and implementing a periodized strength & conditioning program for multiple intercollegiate athletic teams. This role entails working primarily with one of our flagship sports and 2-3 other teams assigned by the Assistant AD for Sports Performance and will assist with others as necessary. They will also assist with and conduct periodic performance testing, and assist in the maintenance and upkeep of the facility. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Requirements

Bachelor Degree
Certification that is current and valid through either the NSCA (CSCS) or the CSCCa (SCCC).
Knowledge and experience with the Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
Be able to demonstrate and teach Olympic and Power based movements
Be able to demonstrate and teach basic speed and plyometric progressions
Ability to work non-traditional work hours, including but not limited to nights, weekends, and holidays
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

Division I Experience
Master’s Degree

Responsibilities

Developing and implementing a periodized strength & conditioning program for multiple intercollegiate athletic teams.
Working primarily with one of our flagship sports and 2-3 other teams assigned by the Assistant AD for Sports Performance and will assist with others as necessary.
Assisting with and conducting periodic performance testing.
Assisting in the maintenance and upkeep of the facility.
Determine and assess key performance indicators, test and monitor throughout the course of the training.
Create, communicate, implement and adapt a periodized annual training plan.
Design, implement, progress, and regress programs as appropriate.
Coach athletes to create trust and buy in within the teams assigned.
Communicate with coaches, training staff, and other related staff consistently.
Set up the weight room and clean and reset the weight room after use.
Organize, clean and maintain the upkeep of the Athletic Weight Rooms.
Organize and optimize the scheduling of the facility in which you're directing.
Provide nutritional support for the athletes, track and monitor body composition.
Assist with testing and coaching other teams as needed.
Provide instruction for safe and effective lifting technique and equipment use.
Motivate student-athletes.
Maintain student-athlete records and files.
All other duties to be assigned.