Head Strength Coach

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Job Details

Position Information

Posting Number

20240043EX

Job Title

Head Strength Coach

About Murray State

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.

Job Details

Position Information

Posting Number

20240043EX

Job Title

Head Strength Coach

About Murray State

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.

About Murray State Benefits

Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employment/Diversity Information

Murray State embraces diversity in the workplace and values attracting, developing and maintaining a diverse, high-quality faculty, staff, and student body. The University endeavors to create and promote a culturally diverse community to be accepting of and sensitive to diversity in its many varied forms. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Murray State University is an equal education and employment opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.

Type of Employment

Regular Full-Time

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Work Location

Murray, KY

Employment Term

12 Months

Position Type

Staff - Exempt (Monthly)

Department

Athletics Internal Operations

Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities

The Head Strength Coach will be responsible for the design and implementation of training protocols for the assigned teams and athletes.

Responsibilities & Duties:

Design and implement strength and conditioning training protocols for all teams and athletes assigned to the weight room.

Serve as the primary strength and conditioning coach for a revenue sport and secondary for four other sports as assigned.

Supervise one full-time assistant strength coach assigned as primary strength & conditioning coach for other sports.

Co-lead development and administration of the Racer Nutrition/refueling program, in collaboration with nutrition & dietetics staff/resources on campus and volunteer and/or student assistance.

Supervision of the workout sessions for each team.

Instruction of proper techniques for strength and conditioning.

Supervision of additional/approved non-full-time weight room employees (this may include graduate assistants or student workers)

Maintain detailed inventory and make recommendations for the purchase of new equipment.

Arrange for maintenance and repairs of the weight room equipment to ensure safety.

Ensure safe operation and professional supervision of the strength conditioning facility.

Communicate at a high level.

Assist the athletic training staff in rehabilitation and injury prevention as needed.

Coordinate weekly strength and conditioning meetings.

As a member of the Murray State University Athletics Department, you shall comply with all applicable

NCAA

rules and regulations as provided in the

NCAA

Division I Manual. If you are found in violation of

NCAA

regulations, you shall be subject to disciplinary or corrective action as set forth in the provisions of the

NCAA

enforcement procedures, including suspension without pay or termination of employment for significant or repetitive violations.

Minimum Education Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements

Must have valid applicable certification per

NCAA

guidelines.

Two years of strength and conditioning experience at the collegiate level.

One year of direct oversight or participation in administration of strength and conditioning program for collegiate football program.

Certified Strength & Conditioning Coach (

CSCC

) and/or Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (

CSCS

) license required.

CPR

& First Aid Certification per

NCAA

guidelines also required.

Ability to effectively setup, manage and/or administer weight room workouts/equipment.

Have the ability to work well with students, faculty, community, and media.

Have demonstrated understanding and strong commitment to cultural diversity.

Have good communication skills.

Have strong leadership skills.

Have strong organizational skills.

Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications

Physical Demands

Work Hours

Early morning and evening work hours likely. Weekend work hours likely. Will be required to travel with assigned primary team.

Minimum Salary

Maximum Salary

Posting Details

| Posting Date | 05/06/2024 | | Closing Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
Along with the application, the following items must be included:

• Letter of application
• Resume
• Three (3) references

For best consideration, please submit a completed application along​ with all required materials​ by May 13, 2024.​ Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. |

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What is the highest level of education attained?

   • GED
   • High School Diploma
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelors Degree
   • Masters Degree
   • PHD

2. * Do you have previous collegiate coaching experience?

   • Yes
   • No

3. * Do you hold Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) credentials?

   • Yes
   • No

4. * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?

   • 0-1
   • 1-3
   • 3-5
   • 5-7
   • 7+

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Letter of Application 2. Resume Optional Documents 1. Other Document