About the position
The Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach will play a vital role in supporting the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach in overseeing the Strength and Conditioning Program for the university's 24 NCAA Division I sports teams. This position involves developing tailored strength and conditioning programs for both male and female student-athletes, ensuring that these programs are effective and safe. The Assistant Coach will maintain a thorough understanding of best practices in the field to promote the health, safety, and welfare of all student-athletes under their supervision. In addition to program development, the Assistant Coach will supervise and coordinate strength and conditioning activities for various men's and women's sports as required. This includes performing strength testing and evaluations, implementing sports science technology and software, and ensuring that all exercises are executed safely and correctly. Effective communication with athletic trainers and coaches is essential to ensure a cohesive approach to athlete development. The role requires a willingness to work a non-traditional schedule, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays, to meet the needs of the student-athletes and the program. The Assistant Coach will also be responsible for adhering to all departmental and university policies, as well as the rules and regulations set forth by the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference and the NCAA. Continuous education and maintaining required certifications and training are also critical components of this position, along with any additional duties assigned by the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach.
Responsibilities
- Develop strength and conditioning programs for male and female student-athletes with review from the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach.
- Maintain knowledge of best practices to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of student-athletes.
- Supervise and coordinate strength and conditioning programs for men's and women's sports as required.
- Perform strength testing and evaluation as assigned.
- Implement and report on sports science technology and software.
- Oversee strength and conditioning programs ensuring safe and correct execution of exercise technique.
- Effectively communicate with athletic trainers and coaches.
- Work a non-traditional schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
- Adhere to all department and University policies and procedures, as well as NCAA regulations.
- Participate in continuing education initiatives and maintain required certifications and trainings.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or related field.
- Minimum 1 year of relevant work experience.
- Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) or Strength & Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) through the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA).
- CPR/AED Certification.
- Excellent communication skills (verbally and written).
Nice-to-haves
- Masters Degree.
- 3+ Years of relevant work experience.
- Previous coaching experience with soccer, baseball, and/or basketball.
Benefits
- Full benefits package including annual, holiday, and sick leave.
- Tuition remission for graduate and undergraduate classes at Mount St. Mary's University.
- Retirement program with a match.
- Generous paid time off schedule.
- Competitive salary commensurate to experience.
