Head Coach, Strength and Conditioning

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Position Details

Position Title

Head Coach, Strength and Conditioning

Position Status

Full-Time

Budget Summary

| Base Pay | $58,522 annually |

Position Summary Information

PAF/Position Details

Position Details

Position Title

Head Coach, Strength and Conditioning

Position Status

Full-Time

Budget Summary

| Base Pay | $58,522 annually |

Position Summary Information

| Job Description Summary |
The Head Coach for Strength and Conditioning is a full-time staff member responsible for all aspects of a comprehensive strength, speed, and conditioning program supporting 23 intercollegiate athletic teams.

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Responsible to model the University Mission through dedicated job performance, service excellence to constituencies, respectful collaboration, and active support of the University’s Mission in Catholic and Lasallian higher education.

• Design, implement, and manage comprehensive strength and conditioning programs tailored to the specific needs of each intercollegiate athletic team, focusing on strength, power, speed, agility, and overall athletic performance.
• Supervise and mentor strength and conditioning staff while providing hands-on coaching and guidance during training sessions.
• Collaborate with head coaches to develop sport-specific performance programs, ensuring alignment with team goals, and regularly communicate athlete progress to coaching staff and athletic trainers.
• Partner with athletic trainers to develop and implement injury prevention programs, rehabilitation plans, and integrated performance training based on the latest evidence-based practices.
• Provide nutrition education to student-athletes, as appropriate within the professional scope of a Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach.
• Oversee the daily maintenance, safety, and overall presentation of the strength and conditioning facility and equipment; coordinate service and upgrades as needed in collaboration with the Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities and Operations.
• Develop and manage training schedules for all in-season and off-season athletic teams, ensuring efficient and equitable facility usage.
• Foster positive and professional mentoring relationships with student-athletes, contributing to their athletic, academic, and personal growth.
• Support student engagement and retention efforts by helping student-athletes build strong connections within the Lewis University community.
• Assist in recruiting efforts by meeting with prospective student-athletes as requested by coaching staff.
• Collaborate with the Associate Athletic Director for External Relations to develop strategic partnerships aimed at enhancing weight room facilities and resources
• Participate in the recruitment process by meeting with prospective student-athletes, as requested by coaching staff, to discuss the strength and conditioning program and its role in athlete development.
• Ensure full compliance with all NCAA, Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC), and university policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

| | Minimum Qualifications |
- Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or a closely related field. - Current CPR/First Aid Certification and CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) or SCCC (Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified) credential. - A minimum of 3-5 years of experience designing and implementing strength and conditioning programs at the collegiate or professional level. - Proven ability to mentor and develop student-athletes, with a commitment to leadership, sportsmanship, academic achievement, and personal growth. - Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse community of student-athletes, coaches, and university staff. - Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, ensuring the delivery of accurate and high-quality work. - Demonstrated problem-solving, time management, and critical thinking abilities. - Capacity to perform effectively in high-pressure situations and with minimal supervision. - Flexibility to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing schedules and responsibilities.

| | Preferred Qualifications | | | Essential Duties | | | Work hours |
Full-time; position requires working evening and/or weekend hours. |

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | S01585 | | Posting Date | 04/23/2025 | | Closing Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions Summary | |

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