Summary: Reporting to Executive Director of Athletic Operations, the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach will design and implement the strength and conditioning program for student-athletes. This position serves all Briar Cliff University sports teams. Some weekend and holiday work will be required based on specific sports seasons and team travel. One of the essential job functions of this position is regular, on-time attendance with potential for extended hours.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
-Program design, guiding student-athletes through a regimen of exercises to optimize performance and decrease injury potential
Assisting with the oversight of sport-specific conditioning programs
Teaching proper weightlifting, speed, agility and conditioning techniques
Encouraging and motivating student-athletes to train and perform to their utmost potential
Scheduling athletic teams and supervising workouts of student-athletes
Player development, travel, compliance with NAIA regulations
Assisting in the implementation of rehab programs prescribed by the doctors and sports medicine staff. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree, Master’s degree preferred
-CSCCa-SCCC and/or NSCA-CSCS Certification (or equivalent)
Minimum of five years (5) related work experience
Qualifications:
-Demonstrated experience in administering a successful strength and conditioning program at the collegiate level
-Thorough knowledge of NAIA rules and regulations.
-Must be proficient in the instruction, assessment, evaluation, and supervision of multiple weightlifting techniques
-Knowledge of use and maintenance of fitness equipment
-Must have a positive mental attitude and the ability to communicate effectively and work well with students, coaches, faculty, staff, and the community.
-Must be able to work effectively independently and as part of a team. Must be computer literate.
Perched on a scenic hilltop in northwest Iowa, Briar Cliff University is a liberal arts institution offering baccalaureate to doctoral degree programs and is home to more than 1,100 students. Since 1930, the University has educated students in the Franciscan tradition of service, caring, and openness to all. Grounded in faith and pursuit in higher learning, the liberal arts education from Briar Cliff shapes more than just students’ it shapes their character.
