With the oversight of the Director of Strength & Conditioning, the Assistant Director of Strength and Conditioning for Olympic Sports will prepare male and female student-athletes at the University of Maryland for the rigor and demands of intercollegiate competition. The primary function of this position is the management of athletic performance preparation including, but not limited to, the application of appropriate motivational techniques, implementation of evidence-based training methods, and safe and correct execution of the following training parameters: power development, plyometric & agility training, energy system development and sport specific movement training.
The Assistant Director of Strength & Conditioning will design athletic enhancement programs with an emphasis on individual as well as team specific needs and report on progress. The individual serving in this position will provide support to the Director of Strength & Conditioning and perform other duties as assigned.
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Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required with a minimum of four (4) years demonstrated experience overseeing athletic performance programs in a collegiate and/or professional setting. Strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to work in a team-based environment are essential. Current CSCCa or NSCA certification as well as First Aid, CPR and AED certifications are required. The scope of this position requires a non-traditional work schedule which includes evenings, weekends and some travel as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree is preferred along with experience with player monitoring, GPS, reporting, and data analytics. USA Weightlifting (USAW) and Functional Movement Screen (FMS) or equivalent movement assessment certification preferred. Demonstrated experience collaborating with other performance team members: sports medicine, nutrition, psychology, academic support, and sport coaches. Experience working with sports such as NCAA Division I Volleyball, Wrestling, and other Olympic sports preferred.
