Job Summary:
The
Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach will serve
as a fitness content expert and provide management and programming
for an innovative, dynamic, and collaborative effort to promote a
culture of integrated well-being. This position will be responsible
for continuing the growth, implementation, and evaluation of
comprehensive movement and exercise programs. This position will
serve as the primary strength and conditioning coach for 58 club
sports and work closely with colleagues to market and evaluate
movement experiences and programs. This position provides direct
supervision to a team of student employees. The Assistant Strength
& Conditioning Coach reports to the Director of Mueller Center,
RecWell and Club Sports.
Who we are:
Founded in 1824,
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is
the first technological research university in the United States.
We bring creativity, science, and technology together to address
society's greatest challenges. We cultivate exceptional
problem-solvers by immersing them in a culture of rigorous inquiry,
disciplined practice, and hands-on application. Our strategic plan,
RPI Forward, charts a pioneering course for the next era
of RPI.
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Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, RPI is home
to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an
observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and the IBM
Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in
the world.
With top notch employee health and retirement benefits, Rensselaer
offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program,
tuition remission, and opportunities for career growth.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or
related field from an accredited institution
One (1) or more years experience working as a coach, assistant
coach, or intern in the field of strength and conditioning
One of the following:
- NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
certification
- NSCA Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach
certification
- CSCCA Strength & Conditioning Coach Certified
certification
Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be
considered.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or related
field from an accredited institution
- Experience training athletes of all abilities in a variety of
sports
- CSCCa – SCCC certification
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of strength training, speed, agility, flexibility,
and cardiovascular conditioning
- Knowledge of NCAA regulations and guidelines
- Demonstrated ability to motivate a variety of
student-athletes
- Ability to initiate, develop and maintain contacts appropriate
to an effective strength and conditioning program
- Ability to convey a clear and concise message while
communicating, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies
in a diverse community
- Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety
procedures
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet established
goals and objectives
- Ability to anticipate and solve problems
Representative Job Duties:
- Develop and implement an integrated health and wellness program
model associated with strength and alternative options to increase
the overall health and well-being of the campus community. Design
and implement strength and conditioning programs for club sport
teams, general student population, faculty, staff and other
permitted to use the Mueller Center. Collaborate with Club Sport
Athletic Trainer to develop rehabilitation programs for club
athletes and with campus appointed medical director to assist
individuals with specific health related needs to achieve lifestyle
and fitness goals.
- Serve as a subject matter expert by creating educational
content and seminars on strength, conditioning, and wellness for
students, faculty, and staff interested in learning more about
general fitness.
- Provide management, marketing, and evaluation of a
comprehensive fitness program aligned with RecWell’s eight
dimensions of well-being. Expand Lift & Learn program for the
general population, combining structured strength training sessions
with brief educational components.
- Work with Assistant Director, Fitness and Enrichment to expand
group fitness opportunities to include dynamic weekly classes as
part of the semester offerings. This includes the facilitation of
strength-based classes hosted in the weight room.
- Assess and evaluate programs using KPIs and both quantitative
and qualitative data; prepare quarterly and annual reports with
recommendations.
- Supervise and monitor performance of student employees assigned
to the Mueller Center weight room.
- Recommend program related purchases, including fitness
equipment, and assist with annual budget projections.
- Build and sustain strong relationships with students, staff,
faculty, and community partners to advance a culture of integrated
well-being.
- Design all phases of training for club sports; including
daily/weekly training sessions, assessing and evaluating athletes’
physical performance, tracking progress, and adjusting programs
accordingly. Provide education workshops that allow participants to
practice movements, ask questions, and receive coaching feedback.
Including incorporating nutrition into all aspects of the strength
program including club sport athletes, students, faculty and
staff.
- Facilitate and teach weekly fitness classes as part of the
semester offerings. Examples include: TRX workout, Circuit
Training, Strength & Sculpt, and Functional Training.
- Maintain relevant wellness certifications to expand wellness
programming for the general campus populations (ex: NASM-CNC,
NBC-HWC).
- Other duties as assigned.
Shift:
Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally
required
Travel:
Local travel between campus locations only
Driving:
Incidental driving possible, but not required
Starting Salary/Rate:
Expected hiring range: $62,354 / yr
Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary
will be determined based on factors that include the available
budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications,
experience, education and other job-related credentials. This
hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the
expected hiring range at the time of posting.
Application instructions:
Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile.
Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.
If you need assistance with the online application process, please
contact
careers@rpi.edu.
Job Posted Date:
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Total Compensation and Benefits Information:
Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide
stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package,
and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription
plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a
comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of
financial security and protection during your employment. For more
information, please visit
Benefits | Human Resources
(rpi.edu) .
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is committed to the
cultivation of a community that is welcoming, inclusive, and above
all values learning. We welcome candidates who bring a variety of
perspectives to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's work and campus
communities. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Equal
Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status,
protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by
law.
