Assistant Director of Sports , Football

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Assistant Director of Sports Performance, Football

Duke University is seeking a qualified candidate to be an Assistant Director of Sports Performance, Football. This position is responsible for assisting in designing, implementing, conducting, and monitoring sports performance programs for football student-athletes.

• Assist with the design and implementation sports performance programs for football student athletes as assigned by the Head Football Sports Performance Coach.
• Work with assigned staff regarding sports science and track and monitor assessment data and performance, wellness, and readiness metrics relevant to the team's programs.
• Assist with the development of recovery and wellness programs to support performance goals in conjunction with staff in other team support areas.
• Assist with rehabilitation of sports related injuries to student-athletes.
• All duties must be performed in compliance with NCAA, Conference and University rules and regulations.
• The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties.

• Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Biomechanics, Health Sciences or related field.
• Current NSCA CSCS or CSCCa SCCC certification.
• Minimum of two years as a sports performance coach at the collegiate or professional level.
• CPR/First Aid Certification required.
• The candidate must also possess strong organizational and communications skills.
• Professional demeanor and high standard of ethics and integrity pertaining to collegiate athletics.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse workplace, with sports medicine and nutrition professionals, and support staff.
• Basic technology skills, including computer-based software, and mobile device applications.

• Master's Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Biomechanics, Health Sciences or related field.
• Demonstrated experience training elite collegiate level student-athletes.
• Additional relevant certifications (e.g. USAW).

Interested Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three references online at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.

Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $44,766.00 to USD $71,706.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Beyond salary, Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family‑friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at .

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