Head Strength & Conditioning Coach

About Us

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Location

Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 111.

Job Summary

The Head Strength and Conditioning Coach is responsible for the overall operation, oversight, and development of the University's strength and conditioning program, including the design and implementation of performance programming for student-athletes, in accordance with University, University System of Georgia (USG), SIAC, PBC, and NCAA regulations.


Sponsorship is not available for this position.


Responsibilities

Program Development and Implementation:

• Design and implement sport-specific strength and conditioning programs for all varsity sports teams.
• Collaborate with coaches to tailor conditioning programs to individual team needs and goals.
• Continually assess and modify programs based on progress, injury prevention, and peak performance.

Fueling Stations Oversight:

• Oversee the satellite fueling station located within Sanford Hall in support of strength and conditioning operations for all student-athletes
• Ensure fueling stations adhere to NCAA guidelines for permissible snacks and supplements, in coordination with assigned staff.
• Coordinate inventory oversight, budgeting considerations, and procurement processes for fueling station in collaboration with designated staff.
• Ensure the cleanliness and safety standards of the fueling station.

Team and Athlete Education :

• Educate athletes on proper strength training techniques, injury prevention, and recovery strategies.
• Collaborate with nutrition staff to educate athletes on optimal nutrition for performance and recovery.

Staff Management and Development:

• Hire, train, and supervise interns and work study students.
• Mentor and develop interns and work-study students to ensure the delivery of high-quality programs.

Administrative Duties:

• Manage and maintain the strength and conditioning facilities, ensuring they are clean, safe, and up-to-date.
• Coordinate scheduling of team workouts to maximize facility use and reduce conflicts.
• Stay updated on the latest research, equipment, and techniques in strength and conditioning.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with athletic trainers to coordinate injury prevention and rehabilitation efforts.
• Participate in department meetings and collaborate with other staff for the holistic development of student-athletes.

Operate within all University, USG, SIAC, PBC and NCAA Division II regulations.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree.


At least two years of experience as a credentialed strength and conditioning coach in progressively responsible positions.


License: Requires certification by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or Collegiate Strength and Condition Coaches Association (CSCCA), National Council on Strength & Fitness (NCSF-CSC).


Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree.


Demonstrated strength & conditioning experience at the collegiate level.


Preferred current first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillation (AED) certifications.


Proposed Salary

Salary is commensurate with experience and education.

Required Documents to Attach

Cover letter.

Resume.

Transcripts.

A list of at least 3 professional references with their contact information.


Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Ability to manage and maintain data on athletics.
Ability to prioritize and manage workload to achieve optimal results.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Knowledge of Human Anatomy and Physiology.
Knowledge of Kinesiology.
Knowledge of Biomechanics/Bioenergetics.
Skilled in effective oral and written communication.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Recourses at View phone number on click.appcast.io, or by email at View email address on click.appcast.io. For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at View phone number on click.appcast.io, or by email at View email address on click.appcast.io.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at .

Institutional Values

Excellence
We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.

Respect
We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.

Community
We strive to build community and value a good mindset.

Teamwork
We seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.

Learning
We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.

Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:

* a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage
* a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle
* a successful pre-employment drug test

Equal Employment Opportunity

Albany State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Albany State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io.