Head Strength & Conditioning Coach

 

Title: Head Strength & Conditioning Coach

Department: Athletics

 

St. Edward's University of Austin, Texas, invites applications for the position of Head Strength & Conditioning Coach. The Head Strength & Conditioning Coach is a full-time 11-month recurring position responsible for developing and executing comprehensive training programs that elevate the performance of all St. Edward's student-athletes, enhancing their speed, agility, and strength while actively working to prevent injuries.

This role requires close collaboration with the Athletic Training staff and coaches to optimize student-athlete welfare and performance. Additionally, you will be responsible for supervising and mentoring the assistant strength and conditioning coach.

 

For consideration,

Minimum Qualifications (Qualifications required to perform the job successfully)

• A bachelor's degree in Kinesiology/Exercise Science or a related field from an accredited institution is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of collegiate strength and conditioning coaching experience.
• Current certification through a nationally accredited strength and conditioning certification program (National Strength and Conditioning Association and Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association are both accredited) in accordance with NCAA guidelines.
• First Aid and CPR certified.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• A master's degree is preferred
• 5 years of collegiate strength and conditioning coaching experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Develop, design, implement, and supervise a comprehensive strength and conditioning program for all intercollegiate programs.
• Create sport-specific plans that detail cardiovascular demands, flexibility/stretching programs, and progressive training for resistance, cardiovascular, speed, plyometrics, functional movement and injury prevention.
• Provide direct instruction and supervision to all student-athletes on proper training techniques and progressions.
• Conduct continuous testing and evaluations of student-athletes on a routine basis to monitor progress. This includes maintaining accurate electronic records for each team and individual student-athlete.
• Other duties as assigned

 

For detailed information, please scroll to the bottom of the page to download the job description.

The University offers an excellent TOTAL REWARDS package!

Medical & Rx Coverage (HSA Available)

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short Term Disability (STD) Insurance

Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance

Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pet Insurance

Annual Leave & Paid Sick Leave

Retirement Plan – (TIAA) Employee 5%/Employer Match 7%

Tuition Benefits

Paid Holidays

Services & Discounts

 

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit an online application at; https://stedwards.applicantpro.com. Please include resume, cover letter, and three employment references. Applicants should submit materials for full consideration.

 

Mission Integration Statement

St. Edward's was founded by the Congregation of Holy Cross, from which it acquired distinguishing characteristics that include the courage to take risks, an international perspective and the commitment to provide educational opportunities for students of varied cultural, religious, educational and economic backgrounds. In support of the mission, the different backgrounds