Director of Strength and Conditioning

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The Director of Strength and Conditioning is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive strength, conditioning, and injury prevention programs for all varsity athletic teams. This position plays a critical role in enhancing athletic performance, reducing injury risk, and promoting overall health and wellness. In addition to coaching responsibilities, the role will include duties that align with the candidate’s strengths, experiences, and professional goals. These responsibilities may include administrative support within the athletic department or coordinating fitness and wellness programming for the broader campus community. Those with a background in athletics administration may contribute to areas such as event management, compliance, or student-athlete development. Candidates with expertise in fitness and wellness will have the opportunity to develop initiatives that engage students, faculty, and staff in health and fitness activities beyond varsity athletics

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Essential Functions

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Develop, implement, and oversee all aspects of the strength and conditioning program, including planning practices, game strategies, and player development.
• Foster a team culture that prioritizes sportsmanship, inclusivity, and the holistic development of student-athletes.
• Oversee injury prevention strategies in collaboration with athletic trainers and coaching staff.
• Manage and maintain weight room facilities, ensuring safety and proper use of equipment.
• Provide leadership and education on proper training techniques, recovery, and nutrition.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional rules and regulations.
• Serve as a mentor and advocate for student-athletes, supporting their academic, personal, and career goals.
• Uphold the institution’s mission and values while striving to achieve competitive success.

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Job Details

The Director of Strength and Conditioning is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive strength, conditioning, and injury prevention programs for all varsity athletic teams. This position plays a critical role in enhancing athletic performance, reducing injury risk, and promoting overall health and wellness. In addition to coaching responsibilities, the role will include duties that align with the candidate’s strengths, experiences, and professional goals. These responsibilities may include administrative support within the athletic department or coordinating fitness and wellness programming for the broader campus community. Those with a background in athletics administration may contribute to areas such as event management, compliance, or student-athlete development. Candidates with expertise in fitness and wellness will have the opportunity to develop initiatives that engage students, faculty, and staff in health and fitness activities beyond varsity athletics

Job Description

Essential Functions

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Develop, implement, and oversee all aspects of the strength and conditioning program, including planning practices, game strategies, and player development.
• Foster a team culture that prioritizes sportsmanship, inclusivity, and the holistic development of student-athletes.
• Oversee injury prevention strategies in collaboration with athletic trainers and coaching staff.
• Manage and maintain weight room facilities, ensuring safety and proper use of equipment.
• Provide leadership and education on proper training techniques, recovery, and nutrition.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional rules and regulations.
• Serve as a mentor and advocate for student-athletes, supporting their academic, personal, and career goals.
• Uphold the institution’s mission and values while striving to achieve competitive success.
• Utilize technology and data analytics enhance training programs and monitor athlete progress.
• Supervise and mentor graduate assistant coaches, student workers, volunteers, and interns.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required):

• Strong Leadership Skills: Ability to inspire, mentor, and develop student-athletes and staff while fostering a positive team culture.
• Strength and Conditioning Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of training methodologies, injury prevention, and performance enhancement for multiple sports.
• Technology Integration: Experience leveraging sports science technology, data tracking, and performance monitoring tools.
• Effective Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for engaging with student-athletes, colleagues, alumni, and other stakeholders.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work effectively within a collaborative athletic department and contribute to the institution's broader mission.
• Commitment to Student-Athlete Success: Dedication to supporting student-athletes' academic, personal, and professional development.
• Commitment to Wellness: Passion for fostering a culture of health and fitness beyond varsity athletics.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, including scheduling, budgeting, and program logistics, efficiently and effectively.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field.

AND

Experience:

• A minimum of three years of S&C coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate level

Minimum Certifications, Registration or License Requirements:

• NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification required.
• CPR/AED certification required.

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Primary Location Address

3243 School House Lane, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.    

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educa­tional and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status. 

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