Head Strength and Conditioning Coach

EXPIRED

PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God’s kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally diverse candidates.

Benefits:

We are pleased to offer attractive benefits and resources. This includes benefits such as health, dental, tuition benefits for employees and dependents, competitive retirement matching, vacation and sick time, and 15 paid holidays per year. In addition, we have many opportunities to engage with our community including staff chapel and a robust wellness program.

Job Summary:

Develop, educate, and implement strength and conditioning training sessions for all student-athletes.

Salary:
Pay range $66,560 - $74,000
Internal Classification: Career Track - Manager; Level 3

Job Status:

Full time

PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God’s kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally diverse candidates.

Benefits:

We are pleased to offer attractive benefits and resources. This includes benefits such as health, dental, tuition benefits for employees and dependents, competitive retirement matching, vacation and sick time, and 15 paid holidays per year. In addition, we have many opportunities to engage with our community including staff chapel and a robust wellness program.

Job Summary:

Develop, educate, and implement strength and conditioning training sessions for all student-athletes.

Salary:
Pay range $66,560 - $74,000
Internal Classification: Career Track - Manager; Level 3

Job Status:

Full time

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Job Description:

Responsibilities:

• Design customized programs with annual outcomes for 11 DII athletic teams (Baseball, Men’s Basketball, Women’s Basketball, Women’s Cross Country, Women’ Golf, Men’s Soccer, Women’s Soccer, Men’s Tennis, Women’s Tennis, Women’s Track & Field, and Volleyball)

• Create and implement challenging training programs that are organized, educational, progressive and customized for each individual team to improve speed, agility, mobility, flexibility, energy systems and injury prevention.

• Teach & model appropriate techniques at each training session.

• Deliver programs in organized manner using industry’s best practices.

• Engage in interdisciplinary research and holistic athlete monitoring, including usingtechnologies like Hawkin Dynamics Force Plates, VALD Performance Equipment,GymAware, and GPS systems for detailed performance analysis.

• Supervise and evaluate strength and conditioning staff (including assistant, interns, and graduate assistants).

• Assist Sports Performance staff with all manners of strength and conditioning.

• Coordinates the staffing and general maintenance of the Sports Performance Center/Strength Facilities and schedules team training sessions.

• Encourage and motivate student-athletes to train and perform to their utmost potential.

• Communicate with individual coaching staffs regarding student-athlete performance and participation. Strategize and adjust current programs.

• Work in conjunction with Sports Medicine Staff to ensure the health and safety of the student-athletes.

• Adapt to flexible work schedule including the ability to work university and government holidays.

• Responsible for researching and purchasing strength and conditioning equipment within approved budget constraints.

• Participate in bi-monthly department meetings and weekly meetings with supervisor.

• Demonstrate knowledge of compliance of all PLNU, PacWest and NCAA rules and regulations as they relate to all job-related activities and assist in monitoring CARA activity.

• Occasional team travel responsibilities (driving teams, strength and conditioning sessions, etc.)

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Qualifications:

• Minimum three years of sport performance training and/or strength & conditioning experience desired. Bachelor’s degree in related field, Master’s preferred.

• CSCS certification

• CPR, First Aid and AED certified.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to use independent judgment in prioritizing multiple tasks.

• Ability to communicate and exercise important human relations skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the PLNU community.

• Demonstrate ability to supervise and train subordinates and ensure tasks are completed on a timely basis.

• Understand and be committed to the spiritual mission of the university.

• Basic computer skills and MS Office.

• Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement. In addition, staff agree to live in agreement with PLNU’s Community Life Covenant.

• ​ The job offer is contingent on a clear background check.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to demonstrate all drills and exercises with proficiency.

• Flexibility to work multiple hours.

• Capable of lifting 25kg overhead many times throughout day

• Capable of lifting 60kg from the floor many times throughout the day

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At PLNU, we believe in pursuing calling together. Deep and meaningful relationships between students, faculty, and staff is vital in nurturing our shared community and expressing God’s love. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in empowering our students to reach their greatest personal, spiritual and professional potential.

Point Loma Nazarene University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures.

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