Strength and Conditioning Coach

Founded in 1854 Hamline was the first university in Minnesota and among the first coeducational institutions in the nation. Hamline University provides a world-class education for undergraduate and graduate students. Our faculty staff and students cultivate an ethic of civic responsibility social justice and inclusive leadership and service.

Hamline University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Hamline University does not discriminate on the basis of race; color; religion; creed; sex; national origin; marital status; familial status; status with regard to public assistance; membership or activity in a local human rights commission; disability; age; protected veteran status; or any other status protected by applicable law in its education or employment programs or activities. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

The primary purpose of this position is to design conduct and oversee all strength and conditioning programs for the Universitys athletic teams.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design implement and monitor the year-round strength and conditioning workouts for student athletes
• Design implement and educate coaches and student athletes on programs that will best enhance athletic performance and minimize athletic injuries
• Provide discipline motivation and instruction to student athletes to enhance improvement and excellence in performance
• Provide specific skill instruction to student athletes related to performing a variety of training programs and exercises
• Support student athlete rehabilitation with athletic training staff
• Educate student athletes about nutrition and supplementation
• Instruct student athletes about physical health and safety
• Educate and communicate to staff rules surrounding strength and conditioning parameters as outlined in the NCAA by-laws
• Supervise fitness center staff including student workers
• Know and comply with all applicable NCAA MIAC and WIAC rules

• All other duties as requested

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

This position reports to: Assistant Vice President and Athletic Director

BUDGET MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is responsible for the following budget: NA

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES AND KEY COMPETENCIES

• Experience and sensitivity working with staff and students from diverse backgrounds

MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors Degree
• 2 years experience in strength and conditioning of athletes

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Masters Degree
• 3 years college athletic related experience

REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION

• CPR/AED/First Aid certification
• National Strength and Conditioning Association OR Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association certification

WORKING CONDITIONS / EQUIPMENT

• Requires the ability to work evenings and weekends for sport or departmental activities
• Must be able to work on a computer for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs on an occasional basis

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This is a full time 1.0 FTE exempt position 12 months

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay Range:$50000 per year

Full-Time Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which may include:

• Medical dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Paid Time off including vacation time paid holidays and safe and sick leave time off
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Tuition waiver

All questions marked Required need to be answered in order to submit the application. It is important that your application show all of the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. If rejected you must reapply for the position in order to be considered. A resume or curriculum vitae a cover letter outlining your qualifications for and interest in the position contact information for 3 current professional references as well as copies of transcripts (if required) must be uploaded with each application.