Assistant Coach, Sports Performance

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About Us

 

Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia¿s colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university¿s vibrant culture, career opportunities, and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are searching for talented people to join our mission. Come to KSU and find your passion.

Location

 

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

Job Summary

 

Assists leaders and/or coaches in the day-to-day operations of the Sport Performance facility. Provides assigned student-athletes with a well-rounded program that is up to date with current standards and research. Adheres to all rules and that govern the program. Assists with assigned administrative duties.

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About Us

 

Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia¿s colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university¿s vibrant culture, career opportunities, and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are searching for talented people to join our mission. Come to KSU and find your passion.

Location

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Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

Job Summary

 

Assists leaders and/or coaches in the day-to-day operations of the Sport Performance facility. Provides assigned student-athletes with a well-rounded program that is up to date with current standards and research. Adheres to all rules and that govern the program. Assists with assigned administrative duties.

Responsibilities

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 
1. Designs, implements and oversees strength and conditioning programs for assigned teams
2. Performs appropriate testing to determine the needs of the specific student-athlete to assist with program development
3. Provides supervision of the weight room facility, maintains equipment and maintains s safe and functioning training facility
4. Reports and documents injuries incurred while training to the appropriate staff and leadership 
5. Develops and maintains an internship program in accordance with Kennesaw State University's internship coordinators and the Exercise Science department
6. Organizes, supervises, coordinates and employs sound coaching techniques and practices
7. Assists staff with the design and implementation of a scientifically based program for assigned teams
8. Assists with scheduling and maintenance of the weight room and facilities
9. Assists with daily administrative requirements
10. Assists with functional rehabilitation as assigned
11. Maintains student-athlete program records and reports program status to coaches
12. Directs the intern sport performance coaches with day-to-day operations
13. Follows appropriate opening and closing procedures Serves as a Campus Security Authority as defined by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus

Required Qualifications

 

Educational Requirements
Associate's degree from an accredited institution of higher education or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience

Other Required Qualifications
Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license
Certification for Strength and Conditioning personnel (CSCS and/or SCCC)
Current, and valid CPR/AED certification

Required Experience
Two (2) year relevant experience coaching in a post-secondary level program, professional athlete, professional tour participant or professional coach in a related sport program

Preferred Qualifications

 

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

 

ABILITIES
Serves as a spokesperson for the intercollegiate program
Establishes and maintains effective professional working relationships with student-athletes, faculty, staff, administrators, alumni and the public
Able to deal with multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE
Possesses a thorough knowledge of and commitment to compliance with all NCAA, and conference, State of Georgia and university policies, rules and regulations

SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, technology, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone etiquette

Equal Employment Opportunity

 

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 202, eeo@kennesaw.edu, or by making a report here.

Other Information

 

This is a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 25% - 49% of the time

Background Check

 

• Standard Enhanced
• Education
• DMV
• 9 Panel Lab Drug Test

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

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