Assistant Coach, Strength & Conditioning

Department:

Department of Athletics

Position Overview:

The purpose of the Assistant Coach, Strength & Conditioning is to physically prepare student-athletes in all aspects (strength, conditioning, nutrition, recovery, mobility) for competition, as well as being an active decisionmaker to ensure the continued improvement and growth of the Strength & Conditioning area.

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Department:

Department of Athletics

Position Overview:

The purpose of the Assistant Coach, Strength & Conditioning is to physically prepare student-athletes in all aspects (strength, conditioning, nutrition, recovery, mobility) for competition, as well as being an active decisionmaker to ensure the continued improvement and growth of the Strength & Conditioning area.

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Why Work at UMBC?

UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $52,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

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Responsibilities:

Typical duties of a strength professional including: design and implement strength and conditioning programs specific to the student-athletes' needs, assess and reassess progress to gain insight on physical preparedness, and collaborate with other professionals within the department (sport coaches, athletic trainers, physical therapists, administrators, academic advisors) to offer the highest quality of coaching to the student athletes. In addition to those duties the Assistant Coach, Strength & Conditioning will provide leadership to the Director of Strength & Conditioning to spearhead all continuing education efforts for the Strength & Conditioning area.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology or related field. Must have a minimum of three years of experience working with collegiate athletes, preferably at the Division-1 level.

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist from the National Strength and Conditioning Association or Certified or Strength and Conditioning Coach certified from the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association. CPR/AED certified.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience at the Division-1 level.

Background Screening Statement:

A background check will be required.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please upload resume.

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

Benefits:

UMBC offers a rich benefits package.

Regular and grant funded regular positions ( Full benefits summary click here ):

Generous Leave which includes accruing:

22 Days of Annual Leave

15 Days of Sick Leave

15 Holidays

3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission :

8 credit hours per semester

Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

Life and disability insurance

Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)

Professional development opportunities

Wellness opportunities

& Much more

Contingent II positions may include some benefits .

Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position.

Salary:

Salary starts at $52,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Hours:

Full-time

Type:

Regular

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Equal Opportunity Statement:

UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Title IX:

As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here.

Accommodation:

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Work Authorization

As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

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