| deadline | 13 August 2024 |
|---|---|
| employer | Colgate University |
| type | Full-time |
Director of Strength and Conditioning in the Division of Physical Education
Requisition Number: 2024S037Posting
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Division: Athletics
Department: Strength & Fitness
Wage/Salary Range: $75,000-$80,000
Department Statement:
Colgate University, is a Division I member of the Patriot League Conference. This is a full-time position with health and benefits over 12-months.
Colgate Athletics Mission:
To be an inclusive community of competitive excellence.
Athletics Department Values:
Thoughtful — Careful, reasoned, inclusive thinking
Driven — Relentless, energetic, focused pursuit of the courageous goal
Enthusiastic — Passionate, positive, fun presence
Cohesive — Close-knit, collaborative, consistent teamwork
Bold — Creative, resourceful, fearless winners
Accountabilities:
Responsible for strategic leadership of all activities and outcomes for the strength and conditioning of all men's and women's varsity sports program. These will include sustained performance and execution in the following areas:
-Designing and implementing sport specific strength and conditioning programs for each varsity sport.
-Effectively communication with a diverse population of student-athletes.
-Student-athlete welfare.
-Overseeing the coordination of scheduling weight room training for the various athletic programs.
-Instructing student-athletes in the proper and safe techniques of weight training, plyometrics, speed development drills, conditioning exercises and agility movements that are current and scientifically valid.
-Educating student-athletes in the area of performance enhancement.
-Effectively work and communicate with head coaches and administrators.
-Effectively work, communicate and build collaborative relationships with athletic training staff.
Responsible for development of policies and protocols that ensure a safe and effective working environment in the varsity weight room through inspection of all equipment, appropriately setting up the facility and monitoring each team's training sessions, when staffing permits.
Independent and unchallengeable decision-making regarding all student-athlete participation in strength and conditioning activities. Accountable for student-athlete welfare while coaching.
Accountable for coordination, scheduling and maintenance of weight room/strength facility.
Accountable for creating a safe and inclusive environment for all student-athletes, coaches, and staff.
Effectively identifies strength and conditioning equipment and facility needs.
Ensures all student-athlete injuries are properly reported to appropriate medical staff per current protocol. All student-athlete injures reported to the strength and conditioning staff should be addressed appropriately in that student's strength and conditioning program.
Responsible for budget development and management for strength and conditioning department.
Attend and actively participate in monthly compliance meetings and department director meetings.
Participation in campus and university collaborations and initiatives as appropriate.
Responsible for the effective supervision of staff as assigned. Ensures selection and hiring of high quality employees; ensures appropriate distribution of work assignments and high quality of employee work product; ensures fair and accurate performance assessments and feedback to include identifying areas for professional development and documenting and conducting disciplinary measures, as needed. Responsible for providing fair and accurate input to supervisor regarding employment status (hire, promotion, salary increases, termination); ensures the creation of effective opportunities and programs for employee mentoring, development and sustained performance.
Responsible for budget development and management for sports performance department.
Responsible for the job evaluation, development and continued professional growth of all direct reports.
Responsible for role modeling behaviors and leadership for student-athletes.
Knowledge of all NCAA banned substances.
Accountable for creating a culture of compliance within program to all relevant governing bodies to include:
-NCAA
-Patriot League
-athletic department
-university policies
This position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA), in accordance with the federal statutory requirements of the Jeanne Clery Act. CSAs are required to and responsible for reporting allegations of crimes they receive from students and employees to the Campus Safety Department.
Professional Experience/Qualifications
5-8 years experience as a college strength and conditioning coach.
Must be in good standing with one of the recognized national organizations (NSCA or CSCCa) and possess either a CSCS from the SCCC from the CSCCa or NSCA.
Preferred Qualifications
-Experience leading/directing a collegiate strength and conditioning program preferred.
-Division 1 experience is preferred.
-Demonstrated experience implementing and/or using strength and conditioning technology for the purposes of: load management, performance inefficiencies, and general status.
Education
A Bachelor’s degree is required.
A Master’s degree is preferred.
Other Information
Colgate University is committed to the principle of institutional control in administering its athletics program in a manner consistent with the NCAA, ECAC, and Patriot League rules. Each individual involved in the athletics division is obligated to maintain competency and knowledge of the rules, to act within his or her realm of responsibility in full compliance with the governing legislation, and to report any violation of NCAA, ECAC or Patriot League rules of which he or she is aware. Should a situation warrant further investigation, you have an affirmative obligation to cooperate full in the infractions process, including the investigation and adjudication of a case. The failure to do so can be grounds for your termination with cause.
Work Schedule:
Job Open Date:
05/14/2024
Job Close Date:
8/13/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups, women, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
Clery Act
CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS
The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.
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