Head Coach - Strength and Conditioning

Head Coach - Strength and Conditioning

Benedictine University is an inclusive academic community, inspired by the Catholic intellectual tradition and Benedictine values. We seek employees who will contribute to the advancement of our mission by helping students shape lives of meaning and purpose as engaged citizens who care for the Earth, welcome people of diverse faiths and cultures, and promote the common good.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Job Title: Head Coach - Strength and Conditioning Coach

Department: Athletics

Reports to: Assistant Director - Sports Medicine & Performance

Status: Full-Time, Benefit Eligible

Location: Lisle Campus

Position Summary: Primary responsibility of this position is to direct and supervise the strength and fitness for our student-athletes. This appointment is 10 months from August 1-May 31.

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Head Coach - Strength and Conditioning

Benedictine University is an inclusive academic community, inspired by the Catholic intellectual tradition and Benedictine values. We seek employees who will contribute to the advancement of our mission by helping students shape lives of meaning and purpose as engaged citizens who care for the Earth, welcome people of diverse faiths and cultures, and promote the common good.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Job Title: Head Coach - Strength and Conditioning Coach

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Department: Athletics

Reports to: Assistant Director - Sports Medicine & Performance

Status: Full-Time, Benefit Eligible

Location: Lisle Campus

Position Summary: Primary responsibility of this position is to direct and supervise the strength and fitness for our student-athletes. This appointment is 10 months from August 1-May 31.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

Develop and implement the Strength Program for all athletic programs in conjunction with the respective coaching staff.Manage and supervise all aspects of the strength and conditioning programs for teams.Provide instruction in technique and safety procedures in adherence with NCAA regulations.

On-site supervision of Rice / Fitness Center student workers. Observe and implement the policies of identification of Rice / Fitness Center users as well as all other Rice / Fitness Center policies and procedures. Oversee the hiring, training, work performance, and evaluation of student workers for the event management team.

Hire, train, schedule and evaluate all student workers. Work with other areas on campus to develop and implement fitness and wellness programming for the campus community.

Work and collaborate with Assistant Director of Athletics - Sports Medicine & Performance in scheduling, maintaining and supervision of Rice / Fitness Center Contact appropriate campus service building repair providers for assistance when immediate needs are required.

Other Functions:

• Responsible for adherence to all NCAA, Northern Athletics (NACC) and institutional rules and regulations, including eligibility and compliance of student athletes, medical hardship documentation and extension waivers.

• Adherence to all Benedictine University and Department of Athletics policies and procedures.

• Work independently and creatively within established guidelines, while at the same time functioning as a member of a team.

• Attend departmental and University related meetings and events.

• Maintain self-control and poise; provide an example of professional conduct for team members, officials, opponents and spectators.

• Work in coordination with University offices and departments to coordinate and facilitate Program needs, serve on University, conference and national committees as needed.

• Maintain high level of organization and ability to manage multiple tasks.

• Maintain positive relationships with alumni, parents, students, officials, volunteers and fans.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred.

Experience: Experience in strength and conditioning of student athletes is desired.

Specific Skills: Knowledge of NCAA Division III philosophy, recruitment, rules and regulations.
Specific Knowledge, Licenses, Certifications: Organizational skills, writing and typing skills, interpersonal skills, data entry and budget management skills and demonstrated supervisory skills. Valid driver’s license. Certification in Strength & Conditioning (NCSA or CSCS) or educational background that will prepare individual for certification. CPR/First Aid/ AED certification

Physical Requirements:
- Ability to handle varying levels of stress while maintaining professional demeanor. Possible lifting, bending, walking, kneeling, stretching, and stooping. Frequent districtwide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours; outdoor exposure to sun/heat or cold weather.

• Ability to speak clearly so listeners can understand. Understand the speech of another person.

• See details of objects that are less than a few feet away or are more than a few feet away.

-Lifting up to 80lbs.

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time. General Customer service and office environment.
  

The following of campus specific guidelines for pandemic protocols are required.

Travel (If applicable): Yes

Supervisory Responsibility (if applicable): Supervise Fitness Center student workers

Working Conditions: Indoor/Outdoor and Office environment; some nights and weekends required.

Training: As a University employee you are required to complete all University-specific and/or OSHA related training to fulfill your job duties. Specific training will be conducted online or in person. Employees must complete all trainings required by Benedictine University.

Benedictine University does not discriminate in its admissions or educational policies, programs or activities; scholarship and loan programs; athletic and other University administered programs or employment practices on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The laws applicable to Benedictine University include constitutional and statutory protections of the University's rights as a religiously sponsored institution. This policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all employment and personnel practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, training and compensation.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. The following of campus specific guidelines for pandemic protocols are required.

Benedictine University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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