Strength and Conditioning Coach

Job Description Strength and Conditioning Coach Executive Summary The strength and conditioning coach is responsible for establishing and maintaining a strength and conditioning program for all sports, with the three major goals of improving athletic performance, reducing athletic injuries, and teaching lifelong fitness skills.
This position also includes two practical classroom sessions with students weekly.
The strength and conditioning coach devises training plans according to sound scientific principles, supervises training sessions, evaluates athletes, maintains athlete records, and teaches strength and conditioning classes as needed.
The strength and conditioning coach meets regularly with head coaches to determine what the athletes need to work on.
If working with an injured athlete engaged in rehabilitation, the coach will consult with the sports medicine or athletic training staff.
The strength and conditioning coach is responsible for maintaining the strength and conditioning facility, and for establishing policies, plans, and procedures for the safe and professional operation of the facility.
Selected Duties Design and implement individual and team strength training and conditioning programs in season, off-season, and pre-season for all school sanctioned athletic programs in a manner that reflects research-driven practices and long-term athletic fitness and development.
Work in cooperation with the sports medicine and athletic training staff in the rehabilitation and strengthening of athletes.
Facilitate a collaborative relationship among sport coaches, sports medicine, and the strength and conditioning staff.
Design and implement policies and procedures for the strength and conditioning program in accordance with the NSCA Strength and Conditioning Professional Standards Guidelines.
Develop system for tracking athlete attendance progress in conjunction with coaches.
Conduct an annual needs analysis for each sport team in conjunction with the sport coach and the team’s athletic trainer at the conclusion of each sport season.
Annually conduct and review a departmental risk management plan.
Complete a budgetary proposal for the program that includes routine maintenance, purchase of new equipment and staffing needs.
Determine and reinforce expectations for athlete conduct that mirror the schools expectations for curricular and extra-curricular activities, as stated in the school’s Student Code of Conduct.
Design and instruct curricular strength and conditioning classes as needed.
Coordinate co-curricular novice level program exposure for grades 6-8 that serve as strength and conditioning introduction reflecting research-driven practices and long term athletic/fitness development.
Qualifications BS in Kinesiology or related field Current relevant professional certification credentialed by an independent accreditation agency (e.
g.
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist certification).
Current standard first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), automated external defibrillation (AED) certifications.
A strong working knowledge and teaching skills in analysis and techniques of strength training.
Experience and or expertise in strength and conditioning programming for high school populations.
Must know how to operate strength and conditioning equipment, automated external defibrillator and sports medicine equipment.
Evidence of ability to interact positively with student athletes, colleagues, and the public.
Evidence of strong organizational skills and effective oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of universal hygiene precautions.
Compensation, Benefits and Hiring Pay is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Benefits include healthcare, dental, vision, personal days, paid holidays and holy days, and 401K option with employer contribution.
The position is full-time and year-round.
Employment offers are contingent upon applicant being able to pass an FBI background check and be Virtus certified through the Archdiocese of Cincinnati’s Safe Environment program.
All employees of Archbishop Moeller High School will have knowledge of, or openness to learn about the Catholic faith, and a willingness to work for a Catholic agency and adhere to the policies of the School and Archdiocese of Cincinnati.
An equal opportunity employer.