Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach

Position Details

Position Information


Position Title
Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach


UIW Mission


University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary


The Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach is responsible for working with individual athletes and groups to build appropriate strength and muscle sets specific to their role on their team. The Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach reports to the Assistant Athletic Director of Strength and Conditioning.

Benefits


UIW has been identified year after year as one of the nation's Great Colleges to Work For based on employee feedback. UIW offers an outstanding benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, numerous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Tuition benefits include UIW tuition waivers, tuition exchange programs and Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents. Retirement benefits include 403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match, plus a retirement health solution. We also offer employer-paid Life/AD&D, long-term disability, pet insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness programs, employee discount program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility and more! Please refer to the Human Resources webpage for additional details on our benefits and eligibility.

Job Duties


Job Duty Name
Essential Job Duties


Description of Job Duties

• Provide all scheduling, training, testing, organization and administration of assigned teams, which may include educating student-athletes in areas of nutrition and banned substances.
• Provide direct assistance with the football program.
• Assist with maintenance of weight rooms and all equipment.
• Actively enforce weight room and UIW Athletic Department rules / policies at all times.
• Collaborate and work effectively with all Sports Medicine staff, sport coaches, Administration and University staff.
• Supervise graduate assistants and/or volunteers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications


Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Must have a sincere desire and passion to assist student-athletes in reaching their athletic performance and personal goals.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with large groups.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education


Bachelor's Degree.

Required Work Experience


One (1) year of experience as a collegiate strength and conditioning trainer. Note that said experience at the graduate assistant level will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree or working toward Master's degree.
• S.C.C.C (CSCCa) certification.
• USAW Sports Performance Coach Certification.
• NSCA / C.S.C.S certification.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations


Must have a valid driver license, driving record that is insurable by UIW insurance carrier, and be at least 21 years of age, as required to drive for UIW.

Work Hours


Business hours of Mon-Fri 8am to 5pm with flexibility; extended hours as required, including weekends, evenings and some holidays based on team schedule.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift equipment, tools, and/or materials weighing up to 90 pounds waist high.
• Ability to effectively move about to appropriately demonstrate weight training exercises to build appropriate strength and muscle sets, as well as assist as appropriate during games.