Assistant Sports Performance Coach, Athletics (2787)

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Assistant Sports Performance Coach, Athletics (2787)
Pocatello - Main

Institution Information

Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000 students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand, natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community!

Job Description

The Assistant Director of Sports Performance will assist the Director of Football Performance in all aspects of sports performance (strength and conditioning, nutrition, etc.). This position will also be responsible for the design and implementation of sports performance programs for the Men’s and Women’s Track & Field teams at Idaho State University. This coach must have the ability to effectively communicate with a diverse population of student athletes, coaches, athletic trainers, and administrators. Not only will this coach design sport specific training programs, but they must also be able to effectively coach and demonstrate proper technique for Olympic lifts, traditional strength movements, plyometrics, speed and agility movements, mobility, and rehabilitation exercises. This coach will also be responsible for helping to preserve the health, safety and welfare of ISU student athletes.

Key Responsibilities

●Coaching
   ~ Assist the Director of Football Performance in the planning and implementation of all aspects of sports performance (strength and conditioning, nutrition, etc.)
    ~ Directly Oversee the planning and implementation of all strength and conditioning workouts for the following sports.
                ■Men’ & Women’s Track & Field (Indoor/Outdoor)
   ~ Conduct long range planning for assigned sport teams

Assistant Sports Performance Coach, Athletics (2787)
Pocatello - Main

Institution Information

Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000 students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand, natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community!

Job Description

The Assistant Director of Sports Performance will assist the Director of Football Performance in all aspects of sports performance (strength and conditioning, nutrition, etc.). This position will also be responsible for the design and implementation of sports performance programs for the Men’s and Women’s Track & Field teams at Idaho State University. This coach must have the ability to effectively communicate with a diverse population of student athletes, coaches, athletic trainers, and administrators. Not only will this coach design sport specific training programs, but they must also be able to effectively coach and demonstrate proper technique for Olympic lifts, traditional strength movements, plyometrics, speed and agility movements, mobility, and rehabilitation exercises. This coach will also be responsible for helping to preserve the health, safety and welfare of ISU student athletes.

Key Responsibilities

●Coaching
   ~ Assist the Director of Football Performance in the planning and implementation of all aspects of sports performance (strength and conditioning, nutrition, etc.)
    ~ Directly Oversee the planning and implementation of all strength and conditioning workouts for the following sports.
                ■Men’ & Women’s Track & Field (Indoor/Outdoor)
   ~ Conduct long range planning for assigned sport teams
   ~ Ensure the use of best practices and safety protocols for all team workouts
   ~ Make all necessary workout modifications for athletes based upon the daily injury reports
   ~ Ensure uniformity with regard to all exercise terminology and teaching progressions.
   ~ Attend practices and games of assigned teams when possible
               ■Attend ALL home and away games for Football
                   ●Olympic Sports Performance staff will assist in covering T&F sessions while away.

●Recruiting
   ~ Assist with any site visits for high school coaches as assigned by Associate A.D. of Sports Performance & Wellness, Director of Football Performance, and/or the Director of Olympic Sports Performance
    ~ Meet with PSAs and parents of assigned sports during official recruiting visits
    ~ Assist in the content creation for all “Iron Ambush” social media accounts
               ■Create weekly or bi-weekly videos to highlight sports science, nutrition Q&A, or potential S&C internship opportunities

●Administrative
   ~ Attend community relations engagements as requested by the Associate A.D. of Sports Performance & Wellness, Director of Football Performance, and/or the Director of Olympic Sports Performance to promote ISU Athletics
   ~ Attend weekly athletic department staff meetings when Associate A.D. of Sports Performance & Wellness, Director of Football Performance, and/or Director of Olympic Sports Performance is unable to
   ~ Attend ISU Athletic events to support student-athletes, increase visibility of strength staff, meet with donors and promote student-athlete success (as time allows)
   ~ Serve as internship program liaison
              ■Collaborate on aspects of the internship curriculum as assigned by the Associate A.D. of Sports Performance & Wellness, Director of Football Performance and/or Director of Olympic Sports Performance
              ■Supervise interns, CPI’s, and Work Study students
              ■Assist in posting future internship opportunities to the “Iron Ambush” social media pages and other sites (SCJN, MyMomentum, etc..)
              ■Assist in the evaluation of all interns
   ~ Serve as a nutrition liaison
             ■Communicate with both Associate A.D. of Sports Performance & Wellness, Director of Football Performance, Director of Olympic Sports Performance and Sports Dietician in all areas involving Sports Nutrition
                   ●Assist in the coordination of restocking the JASCC fridge
                   ●Assist in the coordination of BlackLabel Supplementation inventory
   ~ Assist the Associate A.D. of Sports Performance & Wellness by serving as liaison to ISU Facilities Department to ensure proper custodial and maintenance care of weight room facility
   ~ Assist in the annual conducting and review of a departmental risk management plan
   ~ Assist in the oversight of maintenance of all weight room equipment and make equipment repairs or replacements when necessary

Minimum Qualifications

●Bachelor's Degree
●Minimum of two years’ experience working in a collegiate strength and conditioning program, including graduate assistant experience.
●CPR/AED Certification
●Current certification by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists (CSCS), or the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa) as Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC)
●Ability to work a flexible schedule. (May include early morning, evening, or weekend hours)
●Maintain knowledge of, and compliance with, all applicable NCAA, Big Sky conference, and institutional rules and regulations.
●Demonstrate the ability to successfully work with both students and staff from diverse backgrounds.
 
Preferred Qualifications

●Master's Degree in related field
●NCAA Division I coaching experience
●Experience working with Football and Track & Field
●USAW-SPL1, USTFCCA-SCC, and/or other applicable certifications

Additional Information

You must submit your CV/resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references, including current contact information. This position will remain open until it is filled; however, priority consideration will be given to applications received on or before November 11, 2024. Salary will be $35,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistance program (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation, provided by HireRight.

Posting Number: req2359
Type: Working 12 months per year
Position: Non-classified Staff
Division: Weight Training

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

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