Head Strength & Conditioning Coach

Guilford College•Greensboro, NC

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine and Head Athletic Trainer, the Strength and Conditioning Coach will oversee a comprehensive strength and conditioning program for all 21 Guilford College athletic teams. The individual in this role is expected to perform their duties and responsibilities in a fashion that supports the college’s commitment to creating an academic institution where a variety of persons and perspectives are welcome, as well as to providing an environment where students from all cultures and backgrounds may succeed.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree.
National Strength Coaches Association’s CSCS certification (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) or equivalency.
CPR/First Aid certification required.
A valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

2-3 years related experience coaching strength and conditioning at the collegiate level.
Preference will be given to qualified candidates who also demonstrate a commitment to recruiting, retaining, mentoring and actively engaging with under-represented and underserved populations both on campus and in the broader community.

Responsibilities

Coordinate all aspects of a comprehensive strength and conditioning program for all student-athletes and intercollegiate athletic programs.
Collaborate with coaching staff on team-specific programming.
Have supervisory responsibility and approval for all team-specific strength and conditioning programming.
Collaborate with Sports Medicine staff to assist in educating student-athletes on best practices for injury prevention as well as injury reduction exercises and rehabilitation.
Collaborate with the Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities, Operations and Intramurals on scheduling usage for individuals and teams use of the Mary Ragsdale Fitness Area.
Instruct and monitor student-athletes regarding proper weight training techniques.
Ensure the safe operation of all strength and conditioning equipment with the enforcement and implementation of policies and procedures.
Provide proper nutrition education for all student-athletes within the scope of practice for a certified strength and conditioning coach.
Knowledge of and oversight of speed, agility and flexibility training for all teams.
Knowledge of and commitment to all college, NCAA and Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC) rules and regulations.
Some travel to away contests and limited game day management of home contests may be required.
Must be able to work a flexible work schedule including evenings and weekends.
Handles other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics and/or the Head Athletic Trainer/Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine.