Strength & Conditioning Coach

Strength & Conditioning/Sport Performance Coach

The Strength & Conditioning/Sport Performance Coach for all sports will provide weight room orientation for athletes, provide training and supervision in the weight room, and monitor open gym as needed. Additionally, they will provide training for coaching staff and manage the weight room facility to ensure safety for all. They may provide practice, game, and possibly travel coverage for assigned sport(s).

This is a part-time, non-exempt position with a projected schedule of up to 19 hours per week. Location: This position will sit at our St. Francis campus site in downtown Honolulu, within Athletics Administration, but may require travel to other campus and field sites.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in exercise science or related field
• First Aid certification
• CPR/AED certification for the professional rescuer
• Must have Strength and Conditioning (CSCS) Certification or ability to certify within 6 months of hire
• 1-year experience as a weight or strength coach, or one year of internship experience at the collegiate level.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience as strength & conditioning coach for athletics teams.

Other Qualifications:

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship and relocation allowance is not available for this position.
• Report to work obligations to support the department and may require work during HPU's winter break and other holidays, if necessary.
• Must meet training and background check qualifications and comply with the Protection of Minors policy.
• Attend to details to effectively act on policies necessary and appropriate for managing NCAA and PacWest Conference related compliance. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary actions and/or termination of employment.
• Upon hire, candidate must have reliable personal transportation to facilitate travel between all HPU worksites and other locations as required by the position. This includes a valid driver's license and a personal vehicle that is legally registered and insured.
• This position may also require driving responsibility for an HPU vehicle. Due to driving responsibilities, you must meet training and background check qualifications and comply with HPU's Vehicle Driving policy.
• Able to work all shifts and extended hours.
• Successful candidate will be able to work in an environment that utilizes excellent time and stress management skills.
• Regular, reliable, non-disruptive attendance is essential for this position as is the ability to create and maintain collegial harmonious working relationships with others.

Key Responsibilities/Essential Job Functions:

1. Weight Room Management & Supervision (65%)

• Review all strength & conditioning workouts for all teams.
• Review weight room policies & procedures on an annual basis and update as needed.
• Review policies & procedures with all teams prior to workouts beginning.
• Review policies & procedures with each coach prior to workouts beginning.
• Supervise weight room open gym times to provide accessibility for all athletes.
• Extended hours in the summer are expected.

• Weight Room Management and Equipment Inspection (15%)

• Inspect and arrange equipment as needed for efficiency and safety.
• Notify facilities and or custodial if attention is needed.
• Recommend supplies and equipment as needed.

• Administrative (10%)

• Assist with the management of facility inventory and supplies.
• Assist with the Emergency Action Plan.
• Supervise weight room and manage equipment in a safe manner.

• Performs Other Related Duties As Assigned (10%)

• Assist in the overall function of the Athletics Department with duties as assigned by the Athletics Director or Head Athletic Trainer.
• Actively participate as an effective member of team by completing assigned duties, accepting additional assignments or reassignments.
• Assists with seasonal peaks.

This description is not designed to list all activities, duties or responsibilities which may be required for this job. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned at any time.

Hawaii Pacific University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable environment in which faculty and staff can excel irrespective of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, or any other protected class covered by state and federal law. Hawaii Pacific University encourages applications from veterans and individuals with disabilities. A pre-employment background investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, including individuals with disabilities. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io to request assistance.

Benefits

Hawai'i Pacific University is a learning community where staff, faculty, and more than 5,000 students come together from around the world to learn and work in a spirit of caring, honesty, freedom, and 'ohana (family).

Cooperation, communication, and collegiality are the foundation of our community. We fulfill the responsibilities of our educational mission through mutual trust and respect, innovation and involvement, expertise, and intellectual fellowship. We offer all members of our community the opportunity to excel, including resources and rewards commensurate with individual contributions and potential. As a team, we are committed to serving our local and global communities and embrace our values of aloha, pono, and kuleana.

We seek talented and energetic people who thrive on challenge and innovation in supporting the mission and values of our university. HPU offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

For student employment, please visit Career Development Center.

Why consider a career with HPU? Here are some of the benefits of employment:

• Time Off: A generous schedule that recognizes 15 holidays annually, plus winter break days off between Christmas and New Year's. Eligible employees also receive vacation, sick and other types of paid leave.
• Tuition Waiver: Full time employees and spouse/dependent children pursuing a higher education degree at HPU may apply for a tuition waiver.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance, life and disability insurance, employee assistance program and wellness program.
• Retirement Plan: Eligible employees can start saving for the future and enroll in the Hawai'i Pacific University 403(b) retirement plan upon hire.
• Discounts: Discounts for products and services including airlines, rental car, hotels, theme parks, attractions, gift cards, restaurants, and more.