Assistant Director, Sports Performance Coach

EXPIRED

Job Summary/Basic Function:

The Assistant Director of Sports Performance Coach will assist the Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Performance, Health & Wellness in the execution and operation of the Olympic Sports Performance Department. The Assistant Director of Sports Performance Coach will also assist in the development, instruction and supervision of designated individual and team sports performance programs.

Level Scope:

Entry-level professional with limited or no prior experience to contribute on a project or work team. Incumbent learns to use professional concepts to resolve problems of limited scope and complexity under close supervision while achieving day-to-day objectives. Works on developmental assignments that are initially routine in nature, requiring limited judgment and decision making. This level is typically focused on self development. Requires theoretical knowledge through specific education and training.

Job Summary/Basic Function:

The Assistant Director of Sports Performance Coach will assist the Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Performance, Health & Wellness in the execution and operation of the Olympic Sports Performance Department. The Assistant Director of Sports Performance Coach will also assist in the development, instruction and supervision of designated individual and team sports performance programs.

Level Scope:

Entry-level professional with limited or no prior experience to contribute on a project or work team. Incumbent learns to use professional concepts to resolve problems of limited scope and complexity under close supervision while achieving day-to-day objectives. Works on developmental assignments that are initially routine in nature, requiring limited judgment and decision making. This level is typically focused on self development. Requires theoretical knowledge through specific education and training.

Essential Functions:

Act as the primary Sports Performance Coach for assigned Olympic Sports programs, including Women’s Basketball and Women’s Tennis.

Critique and supervise student-athletes in the use of free-weight, equipment-based, and body-weight resistive exercise. Knowledge and experience in doing so is vital. If student-athletes are allowed to continue using improper technique then injury resulting in hospitalization, surgery, and even death are potential consequences.

Educate student-athletes on proper lifting techniques of free weights and machine lifting. Several types of lifts are required. Every type of lift requires a different skill development as different muscles and/or angles of lifting are being focused on. Improper technique could cause major structural and muscular damage.

Develop strength and conditioning program that is tailored to the demands of designated sport/s along with individual constraints that each student-athlete faces.

Develop, monitor, and instruct speed, agility, and conditioning programs for each sport. Each sport will have specific criteria needed depending upon the demands of the sport at the time of year in comparison to their playing season.

Track student-athlete progress on the computer, develop a file system and adjust workouts depending upon gains of each individual and season of lifting that the student-athlete is in. Special attention must be given to developing individual and team goals in the off-season, during season, post-season and pre-season.

Student-athletes must be carefully monitored during workouts for signs of dehydration, excessive fatigue and overstepping proven physical, mental and emotional limitations of the student-athlete.

Must establish and maintain working relationships with all sport staff and support staff within the Athletic Department. Also, must maintain and cultivate good working relationship with nutritional supplement vendors.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Experience and knowledge of NCAA and conference rules and regulations regarding compliance issues.

Experience with instruction of exercise techniques, training of student-athletes and personnel, record management, monitoring all programs, emergency procedures, and number of participants within the facility (room capacity).

Ability to educate and supervise student-athletes in the use of weight training equipment and lifting techniques.

Expected to know/interpret applicable Boise State, State Board of Education, Conference Rules, and the NCAA Rules Manual. These regulations are highly technical and specialized to strength and conditioning

Learn and understand the Assistant Athletic Director, Sports Performance, Health & Wellness philosophy, to develop and document specific sports performance programs for intercollegiate student-athletes, and schedule facility for use.

Candidates must also be individuals of high character, adaptable to new situations and environments, open-minded to various backgrounds and populations, exceptional communicators, and intrinsically motivated.

Minimum

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree

One (1) to two (2) years of experience working at the collegiate level in sports performance.

Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) or Strength & Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) through the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA)

CPR and First Aid Certifications (must be completed within one month of hire).

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree

Previous experience working with women’s basketball and tennis at the collegiate level

Salary and Benefit

s:

Salary of $50,000 annually. Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package , including (but not limited to):

12 paid holidays AND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year's

Between 12-24 annual paid vacation days for full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service

9.27% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)

11.96% University contribution to your PERSI retirement fund (Classified employees)

Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages

Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents

See our full benefits page for more information!

Required Application Materials:

Resume

References

About Us:

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

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