Athletic Performance Coach
| Company | Lindenwood University |
|---|---|
| Location | St Charles, MO, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Mid Level, Senior |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or related field
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) though the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA)
- Minimum of 2 years’ working as a collegiate strength and conditioning coach
Responsibilities
- Designs, develops, implements, and evaluates evidence- and scientific-based strength and conditioning programs for athletic teams
- Researches and teaches resistance training as well as strength, speed, and agility techniques
- Educates athletes on proper nutrition and recovery
- Maintains and shares knowledge of typical injuries and their prevention
- Complies with National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) requirements, policies, and procedures
- Plans, supervises, and coordinates all fundraising activities and events
- Maintains performance evaluation records and promptly communicates results with coaching staff
- Assists with supervision of Fitness Center and addresses issues to minimize risk and maintain safe working environment
- Expands professional competence/knowledge base through professional development
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or related field preferred