"Head Strength/Conditioning and Powerlifting Coach"

Head Strength/Conditioning and Powerlifting Coach

Company: College of Saint Mary

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Category: Athletics - Coaching

Type: Full-Time

Are you looking to be part of a growing women’s athletic department? College of Saint Mary is preparing for the addition of varsity level women’s powerlifting and is seeking our first Head Coach to lead the program. The head coach position will oversee all aspects of operating a successful collegiate team. The school anticipates offering generous, competitive scholarships to athletes in Powerlifting. The position’s primary purpose is the successful recruitment and development of student-athletes who commit to the College, while also managing the daily operations of the sport program throughout the academic year.

In addition, this position works with head coaches in our 11 varsity sports to develop and implement strength and conditioning programs for the student-athletes on the respective teams. This position will also provide support to the athletics department with emphasis on supporting the athletic director, assistant athletic director and coaches. This position will monitor the weight room, weight training and physical conditioning instruction, administrative support, managing records, helping with game day management, maintaining schedules and maintaining equipment.

Our Idea of a Perfect Candidate Is Someone Who:

• Ability to motivate student athletes in both group and individual setting.
• Knowledge of the use of Olympic and free weights and other strength and conditioning equipment; ability to use basic computer programs.
• Knowledge of and ability to develop competitive athletes in the sport of powerlifting
• Ability to make independent decisions relying on professional knowledge base in the field, sport, position, or event and the individual student athlete. Injuries and other limitations must factor into and impact decision making.

Our Ideal Candidate’s Education and Experience Include:

• Required Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in exercise science or related field.
• Nationally recognized certification such as CSCS, SCCC is required.
• CPR and Frist Aid certification or ability to acquire it required.
• Preferred Education and Experience: Masters degree 3 years’ experience coaching and working with female student athletes.

Why You Want to Be on This Team:

• You would be a part of a Mission-centered team, who work together to serve our community.
• You would enjoy full-time benefits including health insurance, paid time off, tuition remission programs, 403(b) with employer match, employee wellness time, and more!
• CSM is committed to supporting the work-life balance of its faculty and staff.

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