Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach

Reporting to the Associate Director of Athletics for Sports Performance, the Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach is responsible for assisting the Associate Director of Athletics for Sports Performance to ensure the program’s success as directly related to the skill development and performance of the student-athletes. All staff members are responsible to adhere to the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Hofstra University and follow the job requirements specific to the assignments inherent to strength and conditioning.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates and monitors proper technique in a variety of exercises that will be utilized in the assigned team(s) strength and conditioning program.
• Works with coaches and injured student-athletes on assigned team(s) to facilitate return to play.
• Supports education of student-athletes by coaching them on proper nutrition, sleep, recovery, and other aspects of healthy living.
• Remains current on developments in the field of strength and conditioning.
• Assists with the daily operation of the strength facilities, maintenance of database of assigned student-athletes and testing of student-athletes.
• Communicates effectively with University departments, staff, and student-athletes.
• Available to participate in public relations activities and community outreach programs as well as marketing and development initiatives.
• Adheres to and enforces all policies and procedure of Hofstra University, Hofstra Athletic Department. CAA, and NCAA.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• A minimum of one year of Division I collegiate coaching experience full-time or as a graduate assistant and/or experience working with a Division I basketball program for a minimum of one basketball season.
• CSCS certification with the NSCA or SCCC certification with the CSCCa.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certified by an accredited service provider.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license.