Director of Sports Performance - Athletics

Position Summary

Director of Sports Performance
Department of Athletics
Full-Time

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide overall direction and supervision for a year-round sport-specific strength and conditioning program for 15 Division I intercollegiate sports with an emphasis on football
• Develop and implement a comprehensive nutrition plan for all student athletes
• Assist in the daily operations, scheduling, and maintenance of strength and conditioning facilities
• Promote Southeast Missouri State University and its athletics programs through community involvement

Required Qualifications

Position Summary

Director of Sports Performance
Department of Athletics
Full-Time

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide overall direction and supervision for a year-round sport-specific strength and conditioning program for 15 Division I intercollegiate sports with an emphasis on football
• Develop and implement a comprehensive nutrition plan for all student athletes
• Assist in the daily operations, scheduling, and maintenance of strength and conditioning facilities
• Promote Southeast Missouri State University and its athletics programs through community involvement

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Exercise Science or related field
• NSCA CSCS certification and/or CSCCa SCCC certification
• Demonstrated success motivating student-athletes
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing strength and conditioning programs for multiple sports programs
• Demonstrated success leading a football strength and conditioning program at the collegiate level
• Demonstrated ability in developing and implementing a nutrition program at the collegiate level
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to NCAA regulations
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with students, faculty, community and media
• Ability to work evening and weekend hours
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of customer service

Required Information & Deadline

Application Deadline: The review of applications will begin immediately.

To Apply: Submit the following items online by clicking on the APPLY button at the top of the page:

• letter of interest addressing all the required qualifications
• current resume
• names and contact information of three professional references may be requested at a later date, if not submitted

Additional Information

About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO): Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southeast Missouri State University provides student-centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, embracing a tradition of access, exceptional teaching, and commitment to student success that significantly contributes to the development of the region and beyond. SEMO values access to high-quality, affordable education with a broadly representative student body, faculty, and staff that respects and celebrates a diverse learning community in a global society.

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