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.
• 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;
• Effective oral and written communication skills.