Assistant Coach – Strength & Conditioning

This position has responsibilities of assisting with development and running of a strength and conditioning program for the athletic department. These responsibilities are performed in an ethical manner consistent with the University’s mission, and values which include diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and implementing a strength and conditioning program focused on performance enhancement and injury prevention for student athletes.
• Assist with instruction of speed, conditioning, plyometric and sport specific athletic enhancement.
• Assists in the documentation of student athlete’s progress in areas to include but not limited to strength, speed, power and explosion metrics.
• Ensure the safe and appropriate use of all equipment with established guidelines while also ensuring inspections and safety of facility and equipment.
• Assists with the monitoring of weight room activities during assigned and open times for student-athletes.
• Maintain open lines of communication with DU staff, coaches and student athletes to ensure the safety of our student-athletes.
• Abide by the rules and regulations of the league in which you will be competing.
• Understand and abide by universal standards of confidentiality and ethical decision-making.
• Responsible for assisting the head coach with recruiting of student athletes.
• Responsible for taking a leadership role in the athletic program.
• Assist Athletic Department in athletic issues as needed.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma required, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum one year experience at collegiate level.
• Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science or related field.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background investigation including but not limited to: standard criminal background check and employment reference checks. Select positions may be subject to drug/alcohol screening.
• CSCS, SCCC or USAW Certification.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
• Strong service-oriented skills and the ability to have an exceptional customer service attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work accurately and effectively with computerized data systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote a positive working environment, spirit of cooperation and positive reactions to change and conflict resolution.