Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Job Title: Head Coach, Strength and Conditioning, Sports Performance FY2425_60 Season 1: August 10-November 20 Season 2: November 20-March 11 Season 3: March 12-June 10 Season 4: June 11-July 31 Supervisor: Activities Director Pay Proposed by Stipend Committee: Place on Level 4 $4,080 for 3 seasons. Total: $12,240 General Job Description: The Strength and Conditioning Coach is responsible for establishing and maintaining a strength and conditioning program for all students, whether they play a sport or not, with the three major goals of reducing athletic injuries,improving athletic performance and teaching lifelong fitness and movement skills. The Strength and Conditioning Coach devises training plans according to sound scientific principles, supervises training sessions, evaluates athletes, maintains athlete records, and teaches strength and conditioning after school workouts/team practice sessions as needed. The Strength and Conditioning Coach meets regularly with sport coaches to determine what the athletes need to work on. If working with an injured athlete engaged in rehabilitation, the Strength and Conditioning Coach will consult with the sports medicine or athletic training staff. The Strength and Conditioning Coach is responsible for maintaining the strength and conditioning facility, and for establishing policies, plans, and procedures for the safe and professional operation of the facility. Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Design and implement strength training and conditioning programs in-season, off-season, and pre-season for all school-sanctioned male and female athletic programs in a manner that reflects research-driven practices and our schools Athletic/Fitness Development Model. Students do not have to be in a sport to participate, this is for all BHS students. 2. Work in cooperation with the sports medicine or athletic training staff in the rehabilitation and strengthening of injured athletes. 3. Facilitate a collaborative relationship among sport coaches, sports medicine, and the strength and conditioning staff. 4. Design and implement policies and procedures for the strength and conditioning program in accordance with the NSCA Strength and Conditioning Professional Standards Guidelines. 5. Develop systems for tracking athlete progress in conjunction with the sport coaches. 6. Conduct an annual needs-analysis for each sport team in conjunction with the sport coach and the team’s athletic trainer at the conclusion of each sport season. 7. Complete an annual budgetary proposal for the program that includes routine maintenance, purchase of new equipment, and staffing needs. (If Needed) 8. Determine and reinforce expectations for athlete conduct that mirror the school’s expectations for curricular and extra-curricular activities, as stated in the school’s Student Code of Conduct. 9. Conduct an annual evaluation of departmental staff, including the design of professional development activities. Peripheral Duties and Responsibilities 1. Design and instruct curricular strength and conditioning that aligns with the school district. 2. Coordinate a co-curricular novice level program exposure for grades 7-8 that serves as a strength and conditioning introduction reflecting research-driven practices for athletic development. 3. Coordinate with student athletes in their interest as strength and conditioning serving as an opportunity for career exposure. 4. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications 1. Preferred BS in Health and Human Development or related field 2. A strong working knowledge and teaching skills in analysis and techniques of strength training. 3. Experience and/or expertise in strength and conditioning programming for high school populations. 4. Strong motivational abilities. 5. Evidence of ability to interact positively with student athletes, colleagues, and the public. 6. Evidence of strong organizational skills and effective oral and written communication skills. Physical Requirements Ability to demonstrate the appropriate skills and techniques to be used by the athletes. Ability to visually monitor athletes. Sitting, standing, lifting and carrying (up to 50 pounds), reaching, squatting, climbing stairs, kneeling, and moving equipment/boxes up to 50 lbs. Work Environment Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality. Work surfaces will vary from concrete to grass to hardwood floors. Job responsibilities require both inside and outside assignments. Interruptions of work are routine. Flexibility and patience are required. Must be self- motivated and able to complete job assignments without direct supervision. Evening and weekend work may be expected.