Asst Sports Performance Coach

EXPIRED

POSITION TITLE:

Asst Sports Performance Coach

COMPENSATION RANGE:

55,068.00 - 55,068.00 USD per year

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION:

Professional Administrative

DEPARTMENT:

Sports Performance

TARGET HIRE DATE:

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POSITION TITLE:

Asst Sports Performance Coach

COMPENSATION RANGE:

55,068.00 - 55,068.00 USD per year

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION:

Professional Administrative

DEPARTMENT:

Sports Performance

TARGET HIRE DATE:

9/30/2024

BENEFITS:

UNC’s Career Hub

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 09/12/2024.

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for assisting in aspects of developing and implementing successful
year around sport specific strength and conditioning programs for student-athletes in all sport
programs. This includes, but is not limited to: instruction of proper techniques, physical
performance evaluation and testing, scheduling assistance, maintenance, and upkeep of weight
room facility, adhering to all rules regulations of the University, NCAA and applicable conference.

Job Duties:

1. Develop and implement successful sport specific strength and conditioning programs for student-athletes in assigned sport programs. (20%)
   
2. Direct pre-season, in-season, post-season, and summer strength and conditioning workouts in assigned sports, assist in others. (10%)
   
3. Assist in daily weight room operations to include improving resources, operations, scheduling, and maintenance of strength and conditioning facilities and equipment (10%)
   
4. Instruct student-athletes in proper training techniques, speed development, plyometric and assist with injury rehabilitation and recovery methods. (10%)
   
5. Organize and analyze physical performance testing and evaluation. (10%)
   
6. Lead and motivate student-athletes to maximize their potential. (5%)
   
7. Enforce weight room policies, keep an up to date policy and procedure manual (5%)
   
8. Ensure emergency response and evacuation plans for the strength and conditioning areas are up to date, displayed and communicated (5%)
   
9. Assist in the development, coordination, and implementation of an academic strength and conditioning partnership program. (5%)
   
10. Assist in department education of supplement use and banned substances. (5%)
    
11. Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and commitment to compliance with University of Northern Colorado, NCAA, and conference policies, rules and regulations. (5%)
    
12. Remain current on all trends, methods, and innovations related to strength and conditioning. (5%)
    
13. Work effectively with department support services personnel to enhance student-athlete welfare and development. (5%)
    
14. Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

Moving lifting and shifting weights. Certified and able to perform basic CPR, AED and first aid.

Additional evening and weekend work required. The majority of the work occurs in the weight room and conditioning areas. The room has normal room temperatures but there will be repeated need to lift weights and spot for others lifting. Bending over and moving weights occur often. This person will be required to be work outside with the student-athletes which may happen in extreme temperatures.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Education:
   •Bachelors degree in Exercise Science required and Masters degree in a related field preferred.

2. Experience:

• 1-3 years experience as a strength and conditioning coach (GA or full time) in
intercollegiate athletics or professional team setting. Experience in Division I is
preferred.
• Background in weight room organization, knowledge of nutrition and its effect on physical conditioning as well as familiarity with rehabilitation programs for athletes and the ability to work with medical and training staff preferred.

1. Certification/Registration/Licensing:
   • Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach (CSCS) or SCCC required and USA-W are optional
   but preferred.
   • CPR, AED and first aid training

2. Ability:
   • Effective communication skiffs (spoken and written) with student-athletes, coaches,
   administration, and support staff
   • Remain current on aft trends, methods, and innovations related to strength and conditioning,
   training, fitness, and coaching

• Knowledge and adherence to NCAA, Conference, State, Institutional, and Department rules and regulations, including competitive safeguards

•Motivate male and female student-athletes
• Commitment to working with multi-cultural populations and have an awareness of issues
affecting women and minorities.
• Organizational and Management Skills
• Supervision (e.g. Student-athletes, Assistants, Students)

1. Special Considerations:

•The employee, as a member of the Inter-collegiate Athletic Department, agrees to represent the University in an honorable and ethical manner at all times to the best of his/her abilities. Standards for ethical conduct for the Athletic Department staff are established and enforced by the Director of Athletics (or his designee), the University the State of Colorado, the State
Board of Higher Education, applicable conferences, and the NCAA.

Benefits:
Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses ofUNCEmployees who are employed at 0.5FTEor above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

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About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC’s commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. According to CollegeNet’s Social Mobility Index,UNC ranked #1 in social mobility (2022). UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub,to learn more about UNC’s strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
The University of Northern Colorado believes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is the pathway to achieving an inclusive community and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. UNC supports the growth of individuals who care about race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability – to honor the intersectionality of our campus. Please visit UNC’s Career Hubto learn more about UNC’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

AAEO Employer
The University of Northern Colorado is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer that is committed to a culturally diverse staff, faculty, and student body.

The University will not engage in unlawful discrimination in employment or educational services against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Veteran status and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is the University’s policy to prohibit discrimination in employment or educational services on the basis of sexual orientation or political affiliation. The University will likewise take affirmative action to ensure that student applicants and enrolled students are treated during the enrollment at the University without regard to race, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability or veteran status. Such affirmative action shall include, but not be limited to the following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff, retirement, or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. Furthermore, the University will post in conspicuous places, notice setting forth the provisions of this University’s Equal Opportunity Policy.

Federal regulations require that the University of Northern Colorado retain all documents submitted by applicants. Materials will not be returned or copied for applicants.

Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.

This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.

Clery Act
In compliance with the Clery Act, the most recent University of Northern Colorado Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online. A paper copy can be requested at the UNC Police Department. This report contains crime statistics and policy statements related to safety, conduct processes and Title IX investigations.

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