"Assistant Coach, Sports Performance Football"

Job Summary

Develops, monitors, and instructs student-athletes in a variety of conditioning programs for designated sports. Assists leaders and/or coaches in the day-to-day operations of the Sport Performance facility. Provides assigned student-athletes with well-rounded programs that are up to date with current standards and research. Adheres to all rules and regulations that govern the program. Assists with assigned administrative duties.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Designs, implements, oversees, and maintains scientifically based strength and conditioning programs for assigned teams and/or cohort of student-athletes
2. Performs appropriate testing to determine the needs of each assigned student-athlete to assist with program development and individual goals
3. Employs sound coaching techniques and practices
4. Provides supervision of the weight room facility, maintains equipment, and maintains a safe and functioning training facility
5. Responsible for the scheduling and maintenance of the weight room and facilities
6. Reports and documents injuries incurred while training to the appropriate staff and leadership
7. Develops and maintains an internship program in accordance with Kennesaw State University's internship coordinators and the Exercise Science department
8. Directs and oversees assigned sport performance coach interns in day-to-day program operations
9. Assists with functional rehabilitation as assigned
10. Maintains student-athlete program records and reports program status to coaches
11. Assists with daily administrative requirements
12. Follows appropriate opening and closing procedures
13. Serves as a Campus Security Authority as defined by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Other Required Qualifications

Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license
Certification for Strength and Conditioning personnel (CSCS and/or SCCC)
Current, and valid CPR/AED certification

Required Experience

Two (2) years of relevant experience in strength conditioning, performance training, and/or coaching in a post-secondary level program, professional athlete, professional tour participant or professional coach in a related sport program

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in exercise science, kinesiology, athletic training or related field

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Establishes and maintains effective professional working relationships with student-athletes, faculty, staff, administrators, alumni and the public
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE

Possesses a thorough knowledge of and commitment to compliance with all NCAA, and conference, State of Georgia and university policies, rules and regulations

SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite and related athletics software programs)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 25% - 49% of the time

Background Check

• Standard Enhanced
• Education
• MVR
• 9 Panel Lab Drug Test