Head Football Strength Coach

The Head Football Strength Coach will be in charge of all aspects in the physical development of the football team. This includes design of the strength, speed, agility and conditioning program for the Texas A&M University-Commerce football team.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and monitor strength, speed, agility and conditioning program for football team
• Provides instruction in safe and effective spotting procedures to ensure the maximum effect of the exercise and the safety of the athlete. Enforces all rules and regulations to ensure safe programs and facilities.
• Applies knowledge of human bioenergetics, metabolism, muscle physiology, neurological adaptations and cardiovascular anatomy at rest and in response to exercise to develop appropriate and effective exercise and training programs.
• Tests and evaluates athlete physical performance by administering and selecting testing procedures that ensure the collection of valid and reliable data. Maintains and evaluates team and individual physical performance evaluations data to determine special needs, appropriate training procedures, and motivational techniques.
• Designs programs ensuring potential for injury is reduced and the probability of enhanced performance increased.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field (i.e. Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, etc.)
• Experience/ Knowledge/ Skills: Two (2) years of college strength and conditioning experience as intern, graduate assistant or full time coach. Experience working with a collegiate football program. Experience programming and delivery of strength and power training; speed, agility, movement sessions; and regeneration. Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to: Multi-task and work well as part of a team. Ability to motivate student athletes and work cooperatively with coaches and sports medicine staff. Sensitivity to cultural differences.