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Job SummaryUnder the direction of the Head Strength & Conditioning Coordinator, this position will assist with individual and group strength and conditioning programs for student athletes participating in the men's and women's NCAA athletics as assigned by Head Strength & Conditioning Coordinator. Delivers strength and conditioning sports specific programs to meet the nutritional, physical, and mental development of the student athletes. Responsible for supervising and mentoring the strength and conditioning interns and graduate assistants. This is a 10-month OPS position.

Job Description

Essential Duties:

• Assists the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach in all aspects of strength and conditioning programs for student athletes participating in the men’s and women’s NCAA athletic teams as assigned by the Head Strength and Conditioning Coordinator.
• Delivers strength and conditioning programs for the men’s and women’s athletic teams as assigned by Head Strength and Conditioning Cooridator. Maintains established goals to enhance the nutritional, physical, and mental development; to maximize the athletes strength, power, and cardiovascular abilities.
• Works directly with other athletic training staff to monitor rehabilitation programs and develop post-rehabilitation programs for student-athletes.
• Tests and evaluates student athletes to effectively monitor desired training outcomes.
• Serves as a supervisor and mentor to the strength and conditioning interns and graduate assistants.
• Stays current on trends in athletic training and participates in professional development conferences.
• May travel with the team as indicated by coaches.
• Responsible for proper handling of university funds as it pertains to ethical and budget issues.
• Complies with all University, ASUN Conference, or Coastal Collegiate Swimming Association (CCSA) regulations, as well as all NCAA rules and regulations. Remains current with all changes in NCAA, as well as changes to University, Atlantic Sun Conference and CCSA rules and regulations regarding intercollegiate athletics. This includes the requirement for self-reporting any possible rule violations. Any violation of NCAA rules is prohibited and may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Health Science, Biomechanics, Human Performance, Physical Education, Exercise Physiology or related area.
• One year of experience working with men and/or women athletics teams, as an intern or graduate assistant, at the college or professional level.
• Nationally reputable strength & conditioning certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) or the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA).
• Active First Aid and CPR/AED certifications.
• Valid driver's license and the ability to travel throughout the country.

Additional Job Description

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Health Science, Biomechanics, Human Performance, Physical Education, Exercise Physiology or related area.
• Two years of collegiate professional experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. Demonstrated performance within a collegiate strength and conditioning program.
• Demonstrated knowledge of exercise technique and instruction, functional training, nutritional planning, and proper exercise prescription.
• Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and ability to use strength and conditioning software.
• Excellent interpersonal communication, organization/administration and time management skills.
• Ability to organize and instruct groups of student athletes at one time.
• Ability to design and implement programs for all sports in FGCU’s athletics program.
• Ability to operate within a team organizational structure.

FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.