Associate Coach, Athletics

EXPIRED

Responsibilities

Work in collaboration with the technical tactical sport coaches of assigned teams to develop comprehensive plans for injury mitigation and athletic development.

Work in collaboration with Athletic Training, Nutrition, Sport Psychology and Wellness, and Applied Health and Performance Science to ensure safety in the design and implementation of athlete development programs customized to meet individual student-athlete needs.

Design and implement sport specific plans of athlete development based on scientific principles and standards of best practice.

Participate and contribute to holistic departmental continuing education.

Use and maintain a strength and conditioning management system for all programming and athlete development tracking.

In collaboration with Athletic Training, Nutrition, Sport Psychology and Wellness, and Applied Health and Performance Science conduct testing and assessment protocols relevant to assigned teams.

Attend and participate in all staff meetings and departmental initiatives.

Provide an overall positive educational environment for our Student-Athletes conducive to learning, athletic development, social growth, and preparing them for life beyond college.

Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student-athletes to support the image and reputation of the department and university.

Responsible for the development, safety and conduct of the student-athletes within the sport program and Olympic Sport Performance Facilities

Serve on departmental/campus committees as requested.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science or other related field required

First aid

CPR

certification required

Candidates must be a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the

NSCA

or be Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified through the CSCCa. (Note: proof of certification will be required)

Demonstrated effective communication skills through oral, written and electronic forms.

Knowledge of and compliance with

NCAA

rules is required.

Candidates must be able to work with a diverse group of student-athletes, coaches, support staff, and administrators.

Candidates must also be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and be able to travel as assigned by the Director of Olympic Sport Performance

Ability to work a non-standard work schedule

Preferences

Masters’ degree in Exercise Science or other related field

Two years of collegiate Sport Performance coaching experience

Type

Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior

URS

service, may elect to enroll in

URS

if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from

URS

are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34

CFR

part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (

OEO

/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

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Posting Specific Questions

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1. * Please disclose any prior discipline or other consequences or sanctions imposed against you in connection with sexual harassment, other sexual misconduct, discrimination or retaliation.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. List of References Optional Documents 1. Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169 2. Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission

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