Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach

Southwestern University seeks candidates for the position of Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach. This position will work directly with the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach and will oversee all aspect of the Strength and Conditioning program for the intercollegiate athletic program, and provide proper guidance and training techniques in support of university students. This is a 12-month, full-time, exempt position with benefits.

Primary Duties:

• Collaborate with sport coaches to establish goals and plans for each team, ensuring safe participation of all students-athletes, as assigned by the Head Strength Coach.
• Assist the Head Strength Coach in developing systematic strength and conditioning programs for all student-athletes participating in the University’s intercollegiate athletic program to prepare them for the specific needs of their sport in order to safely compete at the highest possible level.

Southwestern University seeks candidates for the position of Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach. This position will work directly with the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach and will oversee all aspect of the Strength and Conditioning program for the intercollegiate athletic program, and provide proper guidance and training techniques in support of university students. This is a 12-month, full-time, exempt position with benefits.

Primary Duties:

• Collaborate with sport coaches to establish goals and plans for each team, ensuring safe participation of all students-athletes, as assigned by the Head Strength Coach.
• Assist the Head Strength Coach in developing systematic strength and conditioning programs for all student-athletes participating in the University’s intercollegiate athletic program to prepare them for the specific needs of their sport in order to safely compete at the highest possible level.
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• Assist the Head Strength Coach with scheduling and overseeing the usage of the athletic weight room.
• Schedule and manage the Interns and Student Assistants assigned in the strength and conditioning area.
• Assist the Head Strength Coach in maintaining the strength and condition equipment and facility.
• Maintain University’s scheduling and programming software specific to Strength and Conditioning.
• Work directly with the Athletic Training Services to ensure safe return to play training for student-athletes.
• Participate on campus committees as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• Must hold a current Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) certification.
• Possess current CPR/AED/ First Aid certification.
• Demonstrated competency of strength and conditioning principles and ability to assist in their application.
• Knowledge, understanding, and acceptance of cultural differences and the diversity within the campus and community.

Preferred Position Requirement:

• A minimum of one year of coaching at the college or post-secondary levels.
• Excellent organization and time management skills .
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.

Southwestern University offers competitive salary and benefits including health, dental, life, long term disability, retirement, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, tuition assistance, access to athletic facilities, free parking and discounted meal rates. Southwestern University is a selective, undergraduate institution committed to a broad-based liberal arts, sciences, and fine arts education. Located in Georgetown, Texas, 28 miles north of Austin, Southwestern is affiliated with The United Methodist Church. Southwestern University is deeply committed to fostering a diverse educational environment and especially encourages applications from members of groups traditionally under-represented in academia. Southwestern is a member of NCAA Division III and the Southern Collegiate Athletic Association (SCAC). More information on the University is available at www.southwestern.edu or www.southwesternpirates.com. More information on the SCAC is available at www.scacsports.com.

To apply: The University will only accept application materials through Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/153941. Interested persons must submit a letter of interest, resume, the names and contact information of three professional references. Email and paper applications will not be accepted. Only completed applications will be reviewed by the Search Committee. The Committee will review all completed applications until the position is filled.

All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of the University’s Background Check Policy process. Southwestern University is an E-Verify Employer. EOE/M/F

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