Hobart and William Smith Colleges
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Description
The Hobart and William Smith Assistant Strength and Conditioning coach will be responsible for the design and implementation of year-round, sport-specific training programs for several varsity teams as assigned. This individual will also assist the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach in the implementation and supervision of sport-specific training programs for other intercollegiate teams as needed.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Assist Head Strength and Conditioning Coach in consulting with head coaches to determine team and individual strength, fitness and conditioning needs.
- Design and implementation of sport-specific training programs for teams as determined by the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach. Emphasis of programming on injury reduction and performance enhancement of student-athletes.
- Design and implementation of sport-specific speed and agility programs.
- Implement appropriate testing methods to assess fitness levels of athletes pre- and post- season.
- Demonstrate and monitor proper technique in a variety of exercises that will be utilized in the strength and conditioning program, including but not limited to, Olympic lifts, strength and power training, speed/movement skills, flexibility and conditioning.
- Collaborate with the HWS sports medicine staff to develop and implement injury prevention programs and accommodate injured student-athletes to facilitate return to play.
- Assist in the hiring and supervision of student workers.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science or related field required.
- A master’s degree in Exercise Science or related field is preferred.
- Applicants must hold a nationally recognized strength and conditioning certification (e.g. NSCA-CSCS, CSCCa, USAW), as well as CPR/AED and First Aid Certification.
- Candidates must demonstrate an ability to teach, lead and counsel college student-athletes.
- The candidate must be a person of integrity, high ethical standards, have excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills as well as organizational skills.