Assistant Coach, Strength and Conditioning

Job Title

Assistant Coach, Strength and Conditioning

Essential Job Functions

• Assists with administering strength training programs unique to assigned sport(s) and to individual student-athletes, using discretion and independent judgment
• Assists with determining and developing realistic goals, rules, expectations, and motivations for assigned teams and each individual student-athlete, using discretion and independent judgment
• Interacts with team trainers and medical staff in designing, developing, and implementing rehabilitation programs for injured student-athletes
• Prepares periodic evaluations and progress reports regarding the progress, conditioning, and training of student-athletes
• Monitors appearance, maintenance, and organization of equipment in training facilities

• Assists in scheduling and organizing daily use of the Facility

• Assists in the evaluation and recommendation procurement and maintenance of all equipment

• Other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications

Job Title

Assistant Coach, Strength and Conditioning

Essential Job Functions

• Assists with administering strength training programs unique to assigned sport(s) and to individual student-athletes, using discretion and independent judgment
• Assists with determining and developing realistic goals, rules, expectations, and motivations for assigned teams and each individual student-athlete, using discretion and independent judgment
• Interacts with team trainers and medical staff in designing, developing, and implementing rehabilitation programs for injured student-athletes
• Prepares periodic evaluations and progress reports regarding the progress, conditioning, and training of student-athletes
• Monitors appearance, maintenance, and organization of equipment in training facilities

• Assists in scheduling and organizing daily use of the Facility

• Assists in the evaluation and recommendation procurement and maintenance of all equipment

• Other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Two (2) years successful collegiate strength and conditioning experience (preferable with Division 1)

Licenses/Certifications: - Current strength and conditioning certification (National Strength Coaches Association and Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (both accredited)

• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical terminology

• Knowledge of strength and conditioning equipment

• Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations

• Strong knowledge of volleyball skills and strategies

• Good communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal

• Strong coaching and recruiting skills

• Strong organizational skills

• Ability to recruit effectively

• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of people in a diverse community

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University is expressly committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender identity and/or expressions, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Further, the University will not tolerate any instances of harassment/sexual harassment. This policy applies to all employees, regardless of position, consultants and applicants for employment. Additionally, it is the responsibility of all personas making employment decisions to adhere to this policy.

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