Manager of Athletic Performance and Facilities, Fairfield Prep

Job Description:

Fairfield College Preparatory School is an all-boys Jesuit Catholic high school of excellence located on the campus of Fairfield University for students in ninth through twelfth grade.

Fairfield Prep Mission Statement

Fairfield College Preparatory School is a Jesuit Catholic School of excellence forming young men of intellectual competence who possess the conscience to make wise decisions a compassion for others and a commitment to justice in our global society.

Fairfield Prep Vision Statement

Fairfield College Preparatory School strives to be a reflective community of faith in which students revere their relationship with God and with one another. We are committed to graduating transformational leaders who will respond to global and ecological challenges in an interconnected world marked by profound change.

Division: Fairfield College Preparatory School

Department: Athletics

Reports to: Assistant Vice President of Athletics

Basic Function: Position Overview:

This role enhances athlete safety optimizes facility usage improves competitive performance and extends the lifespan of athletic assets. As high school athletics grow in complexity participation and community visibility this dedicated role will strategically manage facilities oversee performance support and align athletic operations with the schools educational mission. This role supports athletic success while prioritizing physical development health character and academic balance.

Education and Experience Requirements: A Bachelors Degree is required. Experience working in high school athletics is preferred. Must have experience with or be familiar with the mission of Catholic Jesuit education.

Essential Functions: The Manager of Athletic Performance and Facilities will be responsible for:

Facilities Management and Oversight

• Develop strategy and an operational plan to generate revenue for the athletic department including rentals for outside vendors and events including events for alumni and members of the Fairfield County athletic community

• Manage space usage of the Barron Center using school-wide tools

• Develop youth training program to help market the school and athletic department to prospective student athletes in the area

Athlete Performance Education

• Educate athletes on strength training fundamentals; recovery sleep and hydration; nutrition basics (age-appropriate and school-approved); and mental toughness and resilience

• Promote lifelong fitness habits and character development

• Reach out to the community and bring in speakers to aid in health science career paths

Strength & Conditioning Program Design

• Develop age-appropriate sport-specific strength and conditioning programs

• Ensure programs follow long-term athlete development (LTAD) principles

• Periodize training around competitive seasons

• Collaborate with coaches to optimize performance without over-training

Equipment Maintenance & Safety

• Regularly inspect weight room Barron Center and training areas

• Establish proper cleaning protocols and equipment upkeep

• Work directly with plant operations and contractors to assure quality maintenance of facility

• Coordinate repairs upgrades and replacements with department budget

Coach Education & Collaboration

• Lead strength and conditioning workshops for coaches

• Design sport-specific in-season and off-season training plans

• Communicate regularly with athletic staff to align performance goals with team objectives

Performs such other duties responsibilities and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/Fairfield Prep needs indicate. Attend and actively participate in schoolsponsoredtripsretreats service trips extracurricular activities athletic events and community events heldduring and after school hoursat the school or off-site locations as needed.

This is a full year 12-month position based at Fairfield College Preparatory Schools Fairfield CT campus and is not eligible for immigration assistance.

*Disclaimer

The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as containing a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities activities and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Category:

Performs such other duties responsibilities and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.

*Disclaimer

The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities activities and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

Fairfield University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.