Davenport University

Overview

Assistant Coach - Strength and Conditioning

STATUS:
Contract

REPORTS TO:

Head Coach
PAY: $40,000 - $45,000

• Assist in developing and implementing a strength and conditioning program focused on performance enhancement and injury prevention for student-athletes.
• Assist with instruction of speed, conditioning, plyometrics and sport-specific athletic enhancement.
• Assist in the documentation of student athlete's progress in areas including but not limited to strength, speed, power, and explosion metrics.
• Ensure the safe and appropriate use of all equipment with established guidelines while also ensuring inspections and safety of facility and equipment.
• Assist with the monitoring of weight room activities during assigned and open times for student-athletes.
• Maintain open lines of communication with DU staff, coaches, and student-athletes to ensure the safety of our student-athletes.
• Abide by the rules and regulations of the league in which you will be competing.
• Understand and abide by universal standards of confidentiality and ethical decision-making.
• Assist the head coach with recruiting of student-athletes.
• Take a leadership role in the athletic program.
• Assist the Athletic Department in athletic issues as needed.
• Understand and abide by all external and internal regulations and policies. This includes NCAA, GLIAC, and national affiliations associated with athletics or other role-specific regulations.
• Provides GREAT customer service, anticipating and exceeding the needs of our customers.
• Demonstrate and promote the University's Cultural Values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School diploma required, Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum one year experience at the collegiate level.
• Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science or related field.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background investigation including but not limited to: standard criminal background checks and employment reference checks. Select positions may be subject to drug/alcohol screening.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
• Strong service-oriented skills and the ability to have an exceptional customer service attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work accurately and effectively with computerized data systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote a positive working environment, spirit of cooperation, and positive reactions to change and conflict resolution.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, both written and oral which transcend diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and relate well to students, parents, faculty, staff, and others while maintaining appropriate confidentiality.
• Demonstrated motivational and problem-solving capabilities with a high degree of integrity, ethics, and dedication to the mission of the University.
• Must be able to work an irregular schedule, evenings or Saturdays as needed, additional hours during peak times, or as required.
• Business office environment. Prolonged sitting and standing. Use of personal computer and telephone (eye and hand strain).
• Some travel between locations is required (own transportation).
• May require some heavy lifting.

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