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Working TitleAssistant Strength & Conditioning Coach/Non-Football

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202401005AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib III

Number of Vacancies1

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$50,000 -- $54,000

Employee Benefits

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on07/08/2024

Description of Work Unit

Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.

The Colorado State University Department of Athletics sponsors 16 men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports and competes as a member of the NCAA Division I- FBS and the Mountain West Conference. The University is located in Fort Collins, Colorado, 65 miles north of Denver. More information on the University and its intercollegiate athletics program can be found atwww.csurams.comandwww.colostate.edu.

Position Summary

The Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach (non-Football) is responsible for assisting the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach in all aspects of the strength and conditioning/weight training program for the institution’s NCAA Division I ( FBS ) men’s and women’s intercollegiate athletics teams other than Football. Position will have general responsibilities for all sports, with primary responsibility in Women’s Basketball.

Required Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in health/exercise science, physiology, anatomy, kinesiology or related field required

• Minimum of two years of demonstrated practical strength and conditioning experience in a broad-based intercollegiate athletics program required, preferably at the NCAA Division I level

• Current CSCS and/or SCCC and CPR /First Aid certifications required

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with student-athletes, athletic-trainers, coaches and academic staff regarding on-going issues

• Ability to ascertain the difference between issues of student-athlete confidentiality and best interests of the student-athlete

• Ability to respond appropriately and urgently in the case of injury or other health-related issues

• Expertise and certification in current methods and strategies for intercollegiate strength and conditioning

• Ability to teach/train/develop student-athletes to optimally perform the physical requirements necessary for success in competition

• Understanding and knowledge of best practices in strength and conditioning including performance enhancement and injury prevention

• Ability to instruct/teach/coach competitive Division I student-athletes on how to enhance and maximize the strength and conditioning skills necessary in order to perform their sport at the highest competitive level possible

• Knowledge of NCAA rules/regulations and a commitment to the Department’s culture of compliance

• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• NCAA Division I experience preferred; Experience with men’s or women’s basketball at collegiate or professional level preferred

Diversity Statement

Demonstrated knowledge of, and relevant ability with, culturally diverse communities among potential target and constituent populations.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryStrength training/conditioning coach responsibilities

Duty/Responsibility

• Oversee all strength and conditioning functions for all student-athletes in assigned sports

• Establish a philosophy and method of training that will maximize the athletic and competitive success of student-athletes

• Demonstrate a wide variety of ability and knowledge in developing pre-season, in-season and off-season programs

• Evaluate individual strengths and weaknesses of student-athletes and develop strategies to enhance performance

• Design individualized work-out plans; implement testing programs; maintain appropriate records; monitor and determine effectiveness of programs

• Establish and maintain productive channels of communication with head and assistant coaches

• Demonstrate an ability to positively influence and motivate student-athletes

• Work proactively with other members of the Sports Performance staff in the overall development and well-being of student-athletes including collaborating on welfare issues such as health, nutrition, rehabilitation of injuries, academic performance, etc.

• Provide safe training environment with programming consistent with current science and best practice in order to maximize student-athlete success.

Percentage Of Time70

Job Duty CategoryOperational responsibilities

Duty/Responsibility

• Maintain weight room, offices and equipment to include proper cleaning and repair in conformity with health and safety expectations

• Ensure professional appearance of facility for recruiting purposes

• Assist with recruiting visits of prospective student-athletes

• Ensure proper supervision of student-athletes, including instruction on safe use of all equipment

• Assist with the supervision of students, interns and/or graduate assistants

• Maintain an environment of mutual respect and civility in the weight room that is conductive to a supportive, productive and healthy atmosphere for both male and female student-athletes

• Ensure compliance with department, University, MW conference, and NCAA rules and regulations

• Report any knowledge of rules violations

Percentage Of Time30

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Search Contactath_athleticjobs@mail.colostate.edu

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a Bachelor’s Degree in health/exercise science, physiology, anatomy, kinesiology or related field?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a minimum of two years of strength and conditioning experience in intercollegiate athletics?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a current certification with one of the following organizations: Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) or Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

Optional Documents