Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science or related field and four (4) years of experience in strength and conditioning training with collegiate or professional athletes. Certification as a strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC). CPR and First Aid Certification.
Position Description:
The University of Louisville has openings for Athletic Performance Coaches (Senior Performance Coach) assignment may include Baseball or other Olympic Sports. The Senior Performance Coach works closely with the entire performance team, spending significant time on the training floor developing Cardinal student-athletes, and sustaining our championship culture. The Senior Performance Coach will effectively and professionally implement our training philosophies, protocols, and methodologies for two (2) — three (3) programs, while also serving as a teacher and mentor within our mentorship program. They engage in sport-specific projects and play a critical role in the day-to-day operation of the Marshall Center facility.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Implementation of programming, testing, and evaluation for assorted Olympic sports, under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Olympic Sports Performance and Senior staff. Manage execution of facility and equipment maintenance via daily, weekly, and monthly checklists. Contribute as a member of one (1) — two (2) content-specific teams (within Team of Teams model). Perform other projects and duties as assigned by Assistant Director/Director.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree in exercise science or related field
Certification as a strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC).
CPR and First Aid Certification.
5-6 years of related work experience in a sport performance setting within a Division I collegiate or professional sport program, including with the sport of baseball
Proficient knowledge of strength and conditioning equipment, technology, and techniques including, but not limited to Athlete Management Platforms, Force Plates, and Catapult GPS Technology/Openfield Platform
Knowledge of NCAA rules
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Understanding of Google Suite, GymAware, and 1080 Sprint Technologies
USA Weightlifting, OnBaseU certifications
Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.
