Assistant Director of Sport Performance (1098-674)

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Tracking Code 1098-674 Job Description

Position Description:

Responsible for managing, directing, and overseeing all aspects of competitive, progressive strength and conditioning programs for assigned sports of volleyball and softball, as well as assisting with football. Coordinate, implement, plan, and manage all in-season and out-of-season player development and strength conditioning, including team and individual programming.

Major Responsibilities:

• Guide coaches when planning pre-game and post-game meals and consult with coaching staff regarding seasonal nutrition.
• Coordinate rehabilitation training with Sports Medicine staff.
• Assist coaches with choosing training programs outside of Valpo Athletics to ensure the health and safety of student-athletes and verify proper certifications.
• Coordinate team equipment purchases to ensure proper management of university budgets.
• Up to 25% travel.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Tracking Code 1098-674 Job Description

Position Description:

Responsible for managing, directing, and overseeing all aspects of competitive, progressive strength and conditioning programs for assigned sports of volleyball and softball, as well as assisting with football. Coordinate, implement, plan, and manage all in-season and out-of-season player development and strength conditioning, including team and individual programming.

Major Responsibilities:

• Guide coaches when planning pre-game and post-game meals and consult with coaching staff regarding seasonal nutrition.
• Coordinate rehabilitation training with Sports Medicine staff.
• Assist coaches with choosing training programs outside of Valpo Athletics to ensure the health and safety of student-athletes and verify proper certifications.
• Coordinate team equipment purchases to ensure proper management of university budgets.
• Up to 25% travel.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree and preferred Master's Degree.
• Two plus years experience in strength coaching, leading training sessions, and programming experience.
• Previous experience at the collegiate level.

Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to cultural diversity and the ability to work with individuals or groups from diverse backgrounds.

All offers of employment with Valparaiso University are contingent upon the clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks may include criminal history, motor vehicle reports, prior employment verification, and personal/professional references. If applicable to the position, they will also include credit history. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates for employment.

To be considered for this position, you must upload:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• List of 3 professional references
• Answer all application questions

Please address the cover letter to:

Merce Poindexter, Sr. Associate AD Student-Athlete Welfare & Compliance

Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, Indiana

Job Location Valparaiso, Indiana, United States Position Type Full-Time/Regular

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