Head Strength & Conditioning Coach

Head Strength & Conditioning Coach

Job Title

Head Strength & Conditioning Coach

Department

Athletics

Posting Number

req588

Description of Job Duties

Job Summary:

Head Strength & Conditioning Coach

Job Title

Head Strength & Conditioning Coach

Department

Athletics

Posting Number

req588

Description of Job Duties

Job Summary:

The Strength & Conditioning Coach is under limited supervision, supervises weight room, provides expertise, guidance, and training in the area of strength and conditioning for all student athletes and sport teams at Southwestern Oklahoma State University. Has overall responsibility for compliance of University policies and procedures and state or federal mandates for responsibility areas.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides support services to the department in a manner that professionally, cordially, and efficiently assists students, faculty, staff, and visitors
• Schedule strength and conditioning workouts in cooperation with the head coach of each specific sport.
• Set up the schedule of strength and conditioning workouts for each sports team at SWOSU (i.e. individual and team training sessions, etc.).
• Be present and punctual for all workouts with student athletes (Any change in a scheduled workout must be approved by the head coach of each sport).
• Provide athletes with guidance and proper training techniques for free weights and other strength training equipment.
• Provide expertise in the area of strength (weight) training and physical conditioning as requested by the head coaches in all sports on campus.
• Maintain the athletic weight room and keep records of all equipment in the weight room.
• Update the Athletic Director on equipment needs and/or upgrades recommended providing SWOSU athletes with the best possible strength training equipment available.
• Maintain up-to-date records on the strength program of each team and specific individual workouts of every student-athlete.
• Return all phone calls and emails to head coaches and administrative staff promptly.
• Monitor and keep normal working hours during the summer.
• Abide in all NCAAcompliance regulations concerning the strength and conditioning coach.
• Notify Athletic Director or Human Resources of any potentially dangerous equipment, practices, or violations of safety procedures.
• Supervise and assign work to all Graduate Assistants and student assistants.
• Other duties as assigned

  Competencies:

• Ability to multi-task, organize, manage time effectively, and keep tasks appropriately prioritized.
• Remains knowledgeable applicable regulations, policies, and protocols.
• Proficiency in efficiently and promptly organizing and handling tasks.
• Ability to work with, assist, lead, and take directions from others in the interest of operating SWOSU Football to its optimal efficiency

 ** Work Setting:**

• Expectation of on-campus presence with attendance and punctuality.
• Reports to the Athletic Director.
• Available to assist with situations during or after working hours whether in-person, by phone, or email contact.
• Promote personal safety, safety procedures, and a safe work environment.
• Full-time status.
• 12-month appointment.

- Must achieve and maintain minimum training requirements in First Aid and CPR within the first six months of employment.

About SWOSU:

With locations in Weatherford, Yukon, Sayre, and online degree programs, SWOSU is one of the leading regional universities in the country. See what makes SWOSU and Weatherford so great!

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in strength training or related field
• Two years strength training experience with a preference in experience at the collegiate level.
• NCSF Certification
• A strong commitment to the student athlete concept and a working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

• CSCS Certification
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the President of SWOSU or their designee may find appropriate

Anticipated Start Date

7/1/2025

Location

Weatherford

Employment Type

Exempt

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