Bard College

Strength & Conditioning Coordinator

Apply Here: https://apply.interfolio.com/169381

This position is responsible for collaborating with the Director of Sports Performance regarding implementation of strength and conditioning programs, nutrition oversight, maintenance and upkeep of the weight room and facility, and supervised training of collegiate athletes.

The ideal prospective candidate would be a recently graduated college student. Preference will be given to those who have studied Exercise Science; however, all professional backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Additional considerations will be given to those who have an athletic or coaching background, as well as those who are eager to gain experience coaching in a collegiate strength and conditioning setting.

Job Duties

• Duties for this include assisting the Director of Sports Performance/Head Athletic Trainer implementation of all aspects of strength and conditioning for 18 varsity sports in an NCAA Division III program.
• The successful candidate will support the Director of Sports Performance with all aspects of a competitive and inclusive NCAA Division III strength and conditioning program for approximately 225 student-athletes:
• Implement strength training and conditioning programs for varsity sports
• Collaborate with the sports medicine staff to develop and implement injury prevention and injury rehabilitation programs as appropriate
• Teach proper technique and provide supervision and motivation as needed
• Conduct testing to assess student-athlete performance and improvement
• Assist with the development, implementation, and utilization of an online methodology for tracking student-athlete strength & conditioning activities, including the use of pre-practice readiness questionnaires
• Collaborate with Head Coaches to create comprehensive off-season conditioning programs
• Engage in professional development activities to stay current with best practices, new research and changing guidelines
• Maintain and upkeep equipment within the weight room
• Attends periodic staff meetings and select Bard College Student Services meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Required to have the following certifications: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA) and/or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified. CPR/AED, and First Aid certifications
• Excellent communication skills are necessary
• Must be able to maintain a flexible work schedule to include evenings and weekends
• Must have interest in supporting an environment in which students of all experience and ability levels and from diverse backgrounds are supported and encouraged

Application Instructions
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/169381.

Compensation: $18/hour; full-time, 10 month position
This salary range reflects the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for the position at the time of the job posting. Salary decisions are dependent on several factors including but not limited to market and organizational considerations, experience, and qualifications of a selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.

Benefits Overview
We are pleased to offer our full-time employees an excellent benefit package which includes; multiple health insurance options; TIAA retirement plans; generous vacation, sick, and personal time; and more. To learn more about employee benefits and eligibility at Bard College, please visit https://www.bard.edu/humanresources/benefits/.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Bard College is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental, or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, or genetic information.

Bard is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals in employment practices, services, programs, and activities.

AA/EOE