Texas A&M University
Job title:
Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach
Company
Texas A&M University
Job description
Job Title Assistant Strength & Conditioning CoachAgency Texas A&M University – Corpus ChristiDepartment Athletics ProgramsProposed Minimum Salary CommensurateJob Location Corpus Christi, TexasJob Type StaffJob DescriptionTAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.Learn more information !PURPOSEUnder the direction and supervision of the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Performance, this position is responsible to assist the director in coaching and training student-athletes in all 16 Division I sports. The assistant coach will advise and teach all team members to be successful both in competition and in the classroom. Understand and model the Athletic Department’s goals as set forth by the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics. Set a positive example for the Department by supporting the mission and philosophy of the Athletics program and the University. This position will be responsible for Baseball, Softball, & Throwers (T&F).RESPONSIBILITIES55% – COACHINGAt the direction of the director, assist with upholding the standard and culture of championship expectations of performance.Develop, demonstrate and teach individualized training programs for athletes based on biomechanical demands, bioenergetic demands, demands from absorption and production of force, improve flexibility, mobility, and elasticity to meet demand of required sport.Create a physiological environment that produces stress in a similar manner as to which the athlete will be asked to perform in.Decrease probability of injury with sound scientific programing utilizing resources available.Conduct evaluations of athlete progress through safe, efficient, valid testing protocols.Refer student athletes to appropriate department/personal regarding mental health, or harmful behavior activity to help protect the student athlete.Communicate and motivate effectively with student-athletes to ensure that team members are improving, developing, and progressing as athletes during their collegiate careers.Utilize evaluation tools to monitor training progress and analyze performances.Position program to achieve competitive goals as established in conjunction with athletics administration.Collect and maintain data base of performance variables.Utilize and enhance technological resources to increase effectiveness of training.Educate and encourage athletes in areas of sleep hygiene, hydration, and nutrition.Assist with maintaining fuel station and implementation of pre/post workout nutrition.Assist with training schedule that allows for equal opportunity to training based off limitations from class, practice and competition.Maintain effective, proactive, and responsive communication throughout the athletics program, while emphasizing relationships with head coach, sport administrators and support services.Be a professional representative of the University and a role model for student-athletes, the Department, and the community.Operate within the rules, regulations, and policies of the University and the Athletics Department.20% – ADMINISTRATIONOperate within the guidelines and requirements established by the University and the Department.Required documents and related administrative responsibilities must be handled in a thorough, complete, and timely manner.Promote execution of the Athletic Department’s strategic plan by adhering to its mission and core values and acting upon its goals and strategies.Within the scope of authority, use university resources wisely, adhere to university and department fiscal procedures and practices, and operate within the budgetary allotment allocated by the University unless prior approval has been given by the athletics administration.Foster a positive environment that encourages and supports sportsmanship and ensure that public statements are supportive of the University and the Athletics Department.Assist with oversight of graduate assistants or student interns of sports performance and student internship program.Communicate with sports staff, athletic training staff, and administrative staff regarding all areas of sports performance.Assist with maintaining weight room and all equipment utilized for training.10% – STUDENT-ATHLETE DEVELOPMENTContribute to and reinforce an environment of academic expectations, achievement, and success that supports and encourages academic progress and graduation.In a manner consistent with institutional academic integrity, the assistant coach agrees to direct all communication concerning student-athletes academics through appropriate administrative and academic lines of communication as stipulated by departmental and university guidelines.Contribute to the total development of the student-athletes in the program in a manner consistent with the educational values of the University.In addition to their athletic development, provide support and assistance to service units and student-athletes with regard to academic progress and graduation.10% – COMPLIANCEOperate in an atmosphere of compliance, integrity, and within the scope and intent of NCAA, conference, and university regulations.Support the director by completing compliance-related activities in a complete and timely manner.Establishes and ensures communication and enforcement of rules and regulations concerning student-athletes.5% – OTHER DUTIESPerforms other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology or associated field.One (1) year of experience in working in a collegiate atmosphere.Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist or Strength & Conditioning Coach Certified from the National Strength and Conditioning Association or Collegiate Strength & Conditioning Coaches Association.First Aid/CPR/AED certification.General knowledge of biomechanics, exercise physiology, and leadership.Ability to communicate effectively and maintain effectiveness with high level of demands and expectation.Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSMaster’s Degree in related field.One to three (1-3) years experience in working in a collegiate atmosphere.United States Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach, Reflexive Performance Reset, and/or any professional certification in the field of strength and conditioning or nutrition.Experience working at a NCAA Division I institution.SALARY: $40,000 – $43,000/annually, approximately.$3,333.34 – $3,583.34/monthly.BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)From our generous and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.Medical$0 – $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:Employee and SpouseEmployee and ChildrenEmployee and Family coverageDental & VisionLife Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending AccountCounseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal ResourcesPublic Loan ForgivenessBook scholarships100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.8 hours of sick leave time off every month.8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.12-15 paid holidays each year.All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Expected salary
$40000 – 43000 per year
Location
Corpus Christi, TX
Job date
Fri, 30 Aug 2024 06:32:20 GMT
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