Assistant Performance Coach Director of Basketball
Assistant Performance Coach Director of Basketball
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$ 6666 - 7500
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Position Title & Department:
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As part of the University of San Diego a Roman Catholic University the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to advancing academic and athletic excellence and enhancing students lives while promoting the University of San Diego.
The University of San Diego an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972 USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any or no religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanitys urgent challenges.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Facility Specific Responsibility:
- This position will have oversight of scheduling coordinating managing maintenance/upkeep and availability of the basketball practice center weight room and assigned teams utilizing the space
- Assist with management ordering stocking/restocking of the nutrition station in the facility as needed and collaborated upon with the Head Mens and Womens Basketball Coach as agreed upon and budgeted for.
ScholarAthlete development and monitoring:
- Provide a highlevel of service including but not limited to the development of athletic performance enhancement programs as it relates to injury prevention and performance enhancement (strength development power development yeararound planning recovery sport science etc..
- Organize a scientificbased periodization protocol that progressively stimulates the athletes development of the necessary strength and metabolic needs.
- Stay current with knowledge of and be in compliance with NCAA catastrophic injury and death prevention recommendations including but not limited to acclimatization methods and emergency action plans and development of strong working relationship with institutions NCAA Athletics Healthcare Administrator.
- Collaborate with Sports Medicine and Nutrition to determine best practices to impact the performance of studentathletes as well as returntoplay protocols.
- Implement a screening process to evaluate injury risk from impaired or compensatory movement patterns leading to chronic overuse and muscle strains.
- Evaluate and maintain performance records and monitor progress of assigned studentathletes.
- Effectively motivate athletes to excel to achieve maximum potential in all areas of performance.
- Coordinate use of technologies and services; oversee collection and analysis of data prepare and present materials to utilize data and information to improve performance.
Administrative Management and Facility Management Responsibilities:
- Maintain a professional level of communication between sport coaches administrators and staff.
- Equitably and effectively hire train supervise and evaluate subordinate staff and student workers.
- Assure that all activities are operated in compliance with NCAA Conference and University rules and regulations.
- Help recruit prospective athletes to the University of San Diego within NCAA rules.
- Prepare reports and documents in support of NCAA and other agencies and organizations as required.
- Administer and oversee the proper maintenance and care of equipment and machines.
- Assist with planning and budgeting for the replacement of equipment as needed and select and order equipment.
- Be versed in and follow department policies and procedures for purchasing business operations human resources etc.
- Preparation and presentation for clinics/camps as required.
- Support and enforce weight room operating procedures and hours of operation. Enforce strength facility and assigned Team policies and rules. Maintain a journal with all disciplinary actions taken.
- Develop monitor and test strength and conditioning programs for assigned teams.
- Conduct fitness testing computation of results and evaluation of individual athletes.
- Attend Administrative and Sport Staff meetings at the discretion of the Head Coach and S&C schedule.
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletic Performance
Other duties as assigned.
Special Conditions of Employment:
- Availability to work long hours nights and weekends.
- Willingness to travel occasionally to away contests (BOTH Mens and Womens Basketball equally) WCC tournament and NCAA/Post Season events when appropriate and necessary.
- Willingness to be on call for shortnotice events.
Background check: Successful completion of a preemployment background check.
Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree
- Two 2 years of experience or equivalent in strength and conditioning of collegiate Mens and Womens Basketball scholarathletes
- Experience and demonstrated ability in the design and implementation of safe and effective sport performance programs for a variety of sports
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters Degree in kinesiology exercise science or leadership concentration
- Experience working within a Division I college institution
- Experience working within a Division I Basketball and/or Football program
- Experience working with various Sport Science Hardware and Software (Force Plates VBT GPS Heart Rate etc.
- Additional Strength and Conditioning related Certification(s) such as USAW FMS Precision/NESTA Nutrition etc.
- Prior experience as a Lead Performance Coach
- Leadership experience and management skills
Performance Expectations Knowledge Skills andAbilities:
- Show enthusiasm and a positive attitude on a daily basis
- Effectively communicate with strength staff coaches administrators and studentathletes
- Understand the importance of cleanliness of facility and safety when dealing with blood borne pathogens and skin contact
- Ability and willingness to support the diversity and equity commitments of the department
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse ethnic cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and project a professional attitude
- Ability to communicate at a high level and the ability to work well with many people.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights/weekends and occasional travel.
- Open minded and receptive towards new ideas and information
- Ability to work effectively with individuals of various ethnic racial and socioeconomic groups.
Certificates Licenses Registrations:
- CSCCA or CSCS accredited National Certification as required by NCAA regulations
- CPR/AED Certification required within six weeks of employment
$6666.67 $7500 per month; Excellent Benefits
The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical dental vision a retirement contribution given to you by the University and access to oncampus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer.USD: Human Resources: Benefits
The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience education and other factors including departmental budget.
Resume and Cover Letter Required
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Hours: 40 hours per week
Closing date:Open until filled
Note: External job postings will be up for at least three days. After that time applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager/committee throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.
The University of San Diego is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the campus community.
The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobaccofree campus. For more information visit www.sandiego/smokefree.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
