Head Coach, Strength and Conditioning

Job Description

Job Description

Summary:

Drew is a member of the Landmark Conference and has 26 intercollegiate sports that compete at the Division III level. The Drew University Athletics Department is seeking applicants for a full-time Head Strength and Conditioning Coach. The Head Coach will report directly to the Director of Sports Medicine and Performance and the Director of Athletics.

Responsibilities:

• Establish and oversee the execution of a comprehensive program for 26 varsity sports 420 student-athletes 
• Works seamlessly with the sports medicine department to ensure best development of all student-athletes.
• Facilitate a collaborative relationship among sport coaches, sports medicine, and sports performance staff
• Educates and directs student-athletes and coaches on the proper techniques and safety standards of appropriate strength and conditioning best practices.
• Manages master schedule for the athletic performance facility
• Assure proper maintenance of equipment including regular inspection and repair/replacement as necessary
• The scope of the position may require weekend, evening, and/or early morning work
• Perform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice
• Administrative responsibilities, which include budget management 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred.
• Two years of Sports Performance experience. Experience with collegiate and/or professional teams highly preferred 
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa) required.
• CPR/AED certified

About Drew University:

Drew University, a Phi Beta Kappa liberal arts university, includes the College of Liberal Arts, the Drew Theological School and the Caspersen School of Graduate Studies. Drew is located on a beautiful, wooded campus in Madison, New Jersey, a thriving small town close to New York City.

It has a total enrollment of more than 2,200 students and has 136 full-time faculty members, 96% of whom hold the terminal degree in their field. The Theological and Caspersen schools offer master’s and doctoral degrees, and the College confers BA and BS degrees in 40 disciplines and offers 19 dual-degree programs.

Drew’s one-of-a-kind, leading edge path to an undergraduate degree, Launch, ensures that every student graduates with a purpose, sought-after transferable skills, a network of mentors, and an experience-based résumé—guaranteed. Particularly noteworthy opportunities for undergraduates include the Charles A. Dana Research Institute for Scientists Emeriti (RISE), the Drew Summer Science Institute (DSSI), the Center for Civic Engagement, as well as seven New York City semesters and several international study abroad programs.

The Caspersen School of Graduate Studies offers a wide array of distinctive and flexible advanced degree programs designed to meet the needs of almost any busy schedule. All programs are based on Drew’s renowned commitment to faculty-student mentorship, opportunities for out-of-the-classroom experiential learning, and facilitating a robust intellectual community. 

The Theological School has a distinguished history rooted in the United Methodist Church. Today, it serves many denominations as a center for preparing clergy and leaders for service in the church and the world. Its focus on biblical and theological scholarship and social justice has made it a sought after destination for students pursuing master’s and doctoral degrees.

To enrich education through diversity, Drew University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Following federal and state requirements; a candidate must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States if selected for hire. 

These positions are subject to a background check.