Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach – Football

The Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach will assist with administration, management and supervision of strength training and conditioning functions for student-athletes participating in the intercollegiate athletic program, within the guidelines, rules and regulations of West Virginia University, the Big 12 Conference and the NCAA.

What You'll Do:

• Design, implement and conduct sport-specific strength and conditioning programs that facilitate maximum benefits for student-athletes including individualized, comprehensive and year-round programs.
• Supervise and instruct student-athletes and coaches in all aspects of weight training, conditioning and nutrition.
• Collaborate with coaches and athletic training staff on the overall conditioning, rehabilitation and welfare of student-athletes.
• Design and maintain student-athlete records and monitor progress of training programs.
• Oversee general activities in weight room and assist other staff members as needed. Supervise weight room facilities to insure a safe and functional environment.
• Maintain inventory of nutritional products for the assigned weight room.
• Travel with teams as requested.
• Maintain certifications and continue further education in the field of strength, speed and conditioning.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree is required in a related field.
• Maintain certifications - Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC).
• Maintain first aid, AED and CPR certification.
• Maintain high standard of ethics and integrity related to intercollegiate athletics.
• Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics.
• Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA and conference guidelines, policies, rules and regulations with the ability to interpret, apply, enforce and explain such policies and rules.
• Maintain knowledge of state and University policies and procedures.
• Exhibit strong creative, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of correct English, grammar, spelling, punctuation and sentence structure.
• Demonstrated ability in public speaking skills.