Assistant Athletic Performance Coach-Football

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Position Information

Description & Details:

The Assistant Athletic Performance Coach, under the guidance of the Director of Athletic Performance-Football and the Director of Athletic Performance-Development, will assist in all aspects of the year-round training of the Football student-athletes. They will support and effectively communicate the Athletic Performance department’s philosophy and vision to the student-athletes and coaching staff. Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Assist in the year-round training of the Football student-athletes using specific training programs that develop strength, speed, agility, flexibility and the sport specific energy systems of the student-athletes.
• Assist in the oversight of athletic performance education, instruction, development, training and evaluation of the football student-athletes.
• Maintain current knowledge in all related fields of athletic performance.
• Maintain proficiency in the teaching of free weight techniques, Olympic lifts, jump training and speed development exercises.
• Work and communicate with all athletic department staff.
• Maintain and update computer programs and related records for Football.
• Maintain, collect and interpret performance data collected through the Catapult GPS system.
• Maintain, collect and interpret performance data collected through Force Plates.
• Assist with special projects.

Position Information

Description & Details:

The Assistant Athletic Performance Coach, under the guidance of the Director of Athletic Performance-Football and the Director of Athletic Performance-Development, will assist in all aspects of the year-round training of the Football student-athletes. They will support and effectively communicate the Athletic Performance department’s philosophy and vision to the student-athletes and coaching staff. Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Assist in the year-round training of the Football student-athletes using specific training programs that develop strength, speed, agility, flexibility and the sport specific energy systems of the student-athletes.
• Assist in the oversight of athletic performance education, instruction, development, training and evaluation of the football student-athletes.
• Maintain current knowledge in all related fields of athletic performance.
• Maintain proficiency in the teaching of free weight techniques, Olympic lifts, jump training and speed development exercises.
• Work and communicate with all athletic department staff.
• Maintain and update computer programs and related records for Football.
• Maintain, collect and interpret performance data collected through the Catapult GPS system.
• Maintain, collect and interpret performance data collected through Force Plates.
• Assist with special projects.

Hiring Range:

Pay is based on several factors, including budget, labor market, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and/or certification and other business considerations.  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Sport Science or related field.
• 1 year of experience training student-athletes at the collegiate level.
• CSCCa (SCCC) or NASA (CSCS) certification 
• CPR certification
• First Aid

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with Football in a collegiate setting that emphasizes an all-encompassing approach to improving athletic performance.
• 2 or more years of experience training student-athletes at the collegiate level.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team setting.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Experience working with Catapult GPS systems and Hawkins Dynamics Force Plates.

Core Competencies:

• Proficient computer skills
• Organizational and prioritization ability
• Knowledge of exercise training and technique
• Strong interpersonal/oral/written communication skills

Applicant Materials Required:

Formal letter of application (cover letter)

Resume

Names and telephone numbers of three professional references in a separate document attached as "Other Document"

NDSU OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS!  

Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan

  • Option of a PPO/Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account
  • Benefits begin the first of the month following date of hire 
  • Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation 

• Superb Retirement Plan

  • Employer Contributions range from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position

• Basic Term Life Insurance

• Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year)

• Tuitions Waivers for Spouse/Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver)

• Paid Leave – including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays

• Employee Assistance Program

• Optional benefits include: Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans

• More Detailed Information Here: Benefits | Human Resources | NDSU

About Us:

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.

NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.

NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.

No Smoking Notice:

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

EO/AA Statement:

NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. Direct inquiries to: Vice Provost, Title IX/ADA Coordinator, Old Main 201, NDSU Main Campus, Fargo, ND, 58108, 701-231-7708, ndsu.eoaa@ndsu.edu.

Diversity Statement:

NDSU strives to be a community of belonging, recognizing unique differences as strengths of our university. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that supports a community in which diverse populations and perspectives will know and learn from one another. NDSU values candidates who are committed to our core values of respect, inclusivity, community, creativity, excellence, impact, innovation, integrity, resilience, responsiveness, and transformation. Successful candidates will be committed to and help advance our strategic goal to create and maintain an open and respectful environment to promote inclusivity and diversity as a cornerstone of education, research, and outreach.

Veteran’s Preference Notice:

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran’s Preference requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation Information

North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu.

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