Head Strength & Conditioning Coach

The Head Strength and Conditioning Coach will be responsible for designing and implementing year-round, sport-specific training programs for Alfred University intercollegiate athletic teams. The coach will also manage the operations, budget, equipment, and supplies of the Joyce & Walton Varsity Strength & Conditioning Center.

Requirements

• Supervise part-time assistant strength & conditioning coaches, graduate assistants, and student workers
• Consult with head coaches to determine team and individual strength, fitness, and conditioning needs
• Design and implement sport-specific training programs for teams while using technology to assist with tracking of workouts
• Emphasize programming on injury prevention and performance enhancement of student-athletes
• Design and implement sport-specific speed and agility programs, as needed by applicable teams
• Implement testing methods, based on current literature, to assess strength and fitness levels of athletes at appropriate times
• Demonstrate and monitor proper exercise techniques that will be utilized in the strength and conditioning program
• Collaborate with AU athletic training staff to develop and implement injury prevention programs and accommodate injured student-athletes to facilitate return-to-play
• Educate student-athletes on proper nutrition, sleep, recovery, and other healthy living aspects
• Maintain an environment in the Varsity Strength & Conditioning Center that is marked by the highest priority on safety, attention to detail, respect for all, commitment to improving, and teamwork
• Oversee the general maintenance of the Varsity Strength & Conditioning Center to ensure it is both safe and impressive for current and prospective AU student-athletes

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Dental insurance