Sports Performance Coach - Athletics

Sports Performance Coach JOB SUMMARY

The Sports Performance Coach is responsible for the development and implementation of individual and team programs designed to improve athletic performance of all varsity student-athletes. Work is performed under general supervision and performance evaluation is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies and Procedures.

Reports to:

Assistant Director of Athletics for Sports Medicine

Supervises:
Graduate Assistants

• Maintains regular communication and works directly with the sport coaches and the Sports Medicine staff in designing and conducting scientific-based, sports-specific strength and conditioning programs for each team in order to improve athletic performance.
• Works with sport coaches to implement tactical periodization in order to maximize training and recovery.
• Collaborates with sport coaches to maximize performance both on-campus and while traveling by developing recovery protocols and training strategies.
• Educates, supervises and monitors the student‑athletes in the safe and effective execution of exercises and techniques using best practices and current research.
• Understands the operation of and provides expert instruction in the use of various weight machines and conditioning equipment.
• Works directly with the sport coaches to determine a schedule for strength and conditioning workout times while following University procedures to schedule facilities needed for all workouts.

• Works with the Sports Medicine staff to ensure proper conditioning modifications in the presence of injury.
  
  Communicates directly with the Sports Medicine staff as soon as possible when any injury or physical deficit is observed and will adhere to activity limitations as determined by the team physician and/or Sports Medicine staff.
• Works with the Sports Medicine staff to implement injury rehabilitation programs.
• Disseminates educational information to student‑athletes regarding pertinent and current topics in sports performance.
• Works collaboratively with the sport coaches, Sports Medicine staff and nutrition personnel in the recommendation and implementation of individualized nutrition programming.
• Maintains the Pioneer Hall Weight Room, inventories equipment on a regular basis, and makes recommendations for purchases/upgrades as needed.
• Maintains detailed records of all strength and conditioning workouts performed by student‑athletes in accordance with University records retention policies and normal strength and conditioning protocol.
• Works with the Assistant Director of Athletics for Sports Medicine on annual budget needs.
• Performs other duties as deemed necessary by the Assistant Director of Athletics for Sports Medicine
• Understands, commits to and is responsible for adhering to all rules and regulations set forth for the department, the University, the Lone Star Conference and the NCAA with the utmost integrity.
• Works cooperatively with personnel in the athletics department, attend department meetings and activities, and always represent the University positively when interacting with the student‑athletes, staff, faculty, community, alumni, media and general public.
• Implements Athletics' strategic plan as part of the Division of Student Life's strategic plan.

• Attends seminars, conferences and other professional development opportunities.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Bachelor's degree in fields related to exercise or health sciences required. Master’s degree preferred. Demonstrated credentials and membership in a nationally recognized strength and conditioning organization (NSCA or CSCCa). First Aid/CPR/AED certified required.

Minimum two years of relevant sports performance and/or strength and conditioning experience. Experience at the intercollegiate level preferred.

Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position. Must be available to work a variety of hours…