Strength & Conditioning Director

Northeast Volleyball Club • Norwalk, CT

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Strength & Conditioning (S&C) develops and implements training programs for NEVBC athletes, integrates S&C with existing programs, tracks athlete progress, manages S&C Trainers, and oversees S&C operations and communications. Much of the job is in-person (including all S&C training sessions), but administrative work (programming, staffing, etc) can be done remotely.

Requirements

• Must be certified through NASM, ASCM etc. - or actively working towards certification
• Experience training athletes (particularly team training)
• A high energy, motivating, enthusiastic disposition and coaching style
• Ability to motivate and challenge young athletes at various levels and development stages
• Openness to feedback and willingness to adapt to program changes when necessary
• Effective and timely verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to clearly communicate expectations and performance feedback to S&C trainers on staff
• A team-first and “all hands on deck” approach
• Flexibility to coach weeknights and weekends

Nice To Haves

• experience working with volleyball athletes is preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop training programs tailored for Club team athletes at all levels and ages
• Create and implement a year-round periodized training schedule for trainers and athletes.
• Coordinate with NEVBC Program Directors to align team lift schedules with practice times.
• Create integrated S&C workout programs for NEVBC programs (Academy Teams, Launch Teams, Classes, & Summer Camps).
• Provide occasional at-home workout and pre-hab/mobility content for athletes.
• Hire and manage trainers for workouts and classes.
• Communicate programming expectations, workout tempo, safety, and coaching feedback.
• Test performance metrics (e.g., vertical jump, strength, speed/agility) 3 times per season.
• Document and track improvements for athlete development and recruiting.
• Communicate expectations, progress, and feedback to athletes, coaches, and directors.
• Serve as the primary contact for athletes and parents regarding the S&C program
• Provide program reporting and tracking updates to NEVBC Director team
• Maintain and communicate Weight Room calendars for S&C programming.
• Coordinate with the front desk to ensure correct scheduling in the facility calendar.
• Manage S&C classes in the registration and payment system (League Apps).
• Oversee registration, billing, and client communications with support from the Business Manager.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Coordinator to promote S&C programs via email and social media.
• Conduct post-program surveys and address feedback with Trainers and clients.
• Collaborate with NAC owners and the facility manager to maintain the weight room.
• Communicate equipment needs or upgrades and coordinate orders with the facility manager.
• Attend coaching education sessions and participate in occasional NEVBC Directors Meetings
• Lead NEVBC S&C team workouts and class sessions.
• Arrive 20 minutes early to set up equipment, write the workout on the whiteboard, and greet athletes.
• Consistently communicate expectations for athletes and provide technical feedback during exercises.
• Ensure a safe environment and proper use of equipment.

Benefits

• Part time base salary for S&C Director role (includes programming, administration, and staffing)
• Competitive hourly rate ($55+) for all training sessions and classes that the Director coaches
• Access to weight room for private / small group training during off hours

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed