Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach, Football

Overview

The Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach, Football will be responsible for assisting in the delivery of a Strength & Condition program designed to maximize the athletic development of our football student-athletes. This will include the research, planning, implementation, and evaluation of our lifting and running programs.

 

The Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach, Football is responsible for supporting the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, Football by coaching student-athletes, monitoring athletes’ physical progress, overseeing the discipline and conduct of the athletes. This position reports to the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, Football.

Responsibilities

This position will also act as a liaison within other units of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics at Utah State, as well as with the Cache Valley and Utah State University communities.  Will engage in activities outside of the weight room.

• Emphasized involvement in “Return to Play”
• Support the nutrition staff in their mission of educating and implanting individualized interventions.
• Support the Mission and Core Values of the Department
• Mentor, supervise and train graduate assistants and interns in strength and conditioning.
• Responsible for full compliance with University, Department, Conference and NCAA regulations
• Carries out effective and proven methods of injury prevention and rehabilitation.
• Develops student-athletes through safe, proven and effective teaching, training and coaching.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Special Requirements: A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain UO driver’s certification within 90 days of employment and maintain it throughout employment with the Athletic Department.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Two years of relevant experience working with Division 1 Football players.
• Current National Strength and Conditioning Association certification (CSCS) or (CSCCA).
• Familiarity with the Olympic Lifts.
• Familiarity with demonstrating and coaching sprint mechanics.
• Knowledge or interest in gaining knowledge about the Rehab process.
• Knowledge or interest in gaining knowledge about Sports Nutrition.
• A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain UO driver’s certification within 90 days of employment and maintain it throughout employment with the Athletic Department.

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

 

1. Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV"

2. Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile

 

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

ADA

The environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work each department performs. Incumbents may be in both indoor and outdoor environments.

 

Indoors, in an office space, event space, or public space are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Outdoors, incumbents may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. Bending, crawling, and crouching will be required. Incumbents may be required to lift, push, and/or pull objects over 50 pounds and be required to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant and space-grant university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion. USU serves approximately 27,500 students throughout the state at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online has served students from all 50 states and 55 countries for over 25 years, and USU Extension provides outreach and service to all counties in Utah.  

 

As a land-grant university, USU engages communities and empowers people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. As an R1 research institution, USU provides a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price. Washington Monthly has consistently ranked USU in the top 10 among public universities for contribution to social mobility, research, and public service.  

 

Utah State is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where different perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, disco