Strength and Conditioning Coach

The Strength and Conditioning Staff provides comprehensive training programs to the student-athletes of George Mason University. These programs are to be designed to decrease the occurrence of preventable injury, enhance athletic performance, and provide the student-athlete with a better understanding of oneself, in a safe and efficient manner.

Responsibilities:

• Operates in all areas of responsibility within the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Atlantic-10 Conference (A-10), and George Mason University (GMU) guidelines;
• Assists the Head Strength and Conditioning Coordinator in developing and implementing comprehensive training programs for 3-4 teams and provides a safe environment for the University’s student-athletes; and
• Programs are to be designed to reduce injury, enhance athletic performance and provide the student-athlete with a better understanding of oneself.
  Administration of the Weight Room and Equipment Maintenance Programs:
• Assists in scheduling facility use by intercollegiate athletic teams and individual student-athletes; and
• Responsible for Strength & Conditioning equipment maintenance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or another related field of study;
• First Aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain;
• CSCS Certification (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) from the NSCA or hold a SCCC Certification (Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified) from the CSCCa;
• Demonstrated experience as a strength and conditioning coach at a university, NCAA or professional level;
• Experience in general maintenance and repair of a weight room;
• Experience in working with student-athletes from diverse backgrounds;
• Solid working knowledge and teaching skills in analysis and techniques of strength training;
• Working knowledge in strength and conditioning programming for college athletes;
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations;
• Knowledge in designing and implementing fitness regimens.

George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.