Head Strength & Conditioning Coach

$49,462 - $64,480/Yr

National Collegiate Athletic Association - Gunnison, CO

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Gunnison, CO

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About the position

The Strength and Conditioning Coach at Gunnison Valley Health is responsible for overseeing the strength and conditioning programs for all intercollegiate athletes at Western Colorado University. This role focuses on maximizing athlete performance and preventing injuries through tailored training programs. The coach will supervise assistant coaches and interns, collaborate with coaching staff, and manage various administrative tasks related to the program.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight for the development of sport-specific strength training and conditioning programs for all NCAA sport teams.
• Supervise assistant strength coaches and graduate interns assigned to assist in the program.
• Create schedules, ensure safety, supervise job performance, and collaborate with the rehab director to provide annual performance evaluations.
• Advise student athletes on health and lifestyle choices to enhance overall physical strength and conditioning.
• Strategize and adjust current strength training programs in collaboration with coaching staff.
• Communicate regularly with NCAA sports coaches to create and modify programs to suit the needs of the team and individuals.
• Perform administrative duties, including maintaining waiver forms, equipment maintenance logs, student athlete attendance rosters, intern hour logs, and NCAA compliance documents.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred.
• Prior experience in collegiate strength and conditioning programs preferred; program leadership experience preferred.
• Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification required.
• NCAA recruiting certified.
• BCLS certified.
• Valid Driver's license required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous and affordable medical/dental/vision plan
• Matching 401(a) retirement plan starting on day 1
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Tuition reimbursement plan for continuing education
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits