Required Certification: NSCA, CSCCa, and/or USA weightlifting

The University of Akron, a NCAA Division 1 (FBS) institution and member of the Mid-American Conference is seeking applicants for a Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach.

This position will direct the development and implementation of strength and conditioning programs for Football student-athletes.

Essential Functions:

Assist Olympic sport coaches regarding facility scheduling, designing and implementing workouts and athlete attendance. Organize and direct workouts including flexibility, lifting technique, running technique, plyometrics, testing and evaluation for a   variety of Olympic sports.

Input athlete testing data. Input updated student-athlete's speed, strength and conditioning workouts.

Communicate daily with the sports medicine staff regarding athlete injuries and rehabilitation procedures.

Communicate with potential student-athletes during recruiting visits to the University of Akron campus about the speed, strength and conditioning program and facilities.

Additional Position Information:

Required Certification: NSCA, CSCCa, and/or USA weightlifting

The University of Akron, a NCAA Division 1 (FBS) institution and member of the Mid-American Conference is seeking applicants for a Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach.

This position will direct the development and implementation of strength and conditioning programs for Football student-athletes.

Essential Functions:

Assist Olympic sport coaches regarding facility scheduling, designing and implementing workouts and athlete attendance. Organize and direct workouts including flexibility, lifting technique, running technique, plyometrics, testing and evaluation for a   variety of Olympic sports.

Input athlete testing data. Input updated student-athlete's speed, strength and conditioning workouts.

Communicate daily with the sports medicine staff regarding athlete injuries and rehabilitation procedures.

Communicate with potential student-athletes during recruiting visits to the University of Akron campus about the speed, strength and conditioning program and facilities.

Additional Position Information:

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in exercise science or related field required. Requires 1 year experience in participation of Division 1 Collegiate level in strength and conditioning. Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations required.

Required Certification: NSCA, CSCCa, and/or USA weightlifting

Application Deadline : Review of applicants will begin on February 20, 2025.

Compensation : The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience.

Application Instructions : To apply for this position, you must complete the on-line application and attach a resume, a cover letter, and a list of three professional references to your profile. Please include contact information, including email addresses for your professional references.

FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt):

United States of America (Exempt)

Union Affiliation (if applicable):

For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:

Sena Jodoin

Email:

sjodoin@uakron.edu

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Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

State of Residence Statement

It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.

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