What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach position at Archbishop Moeller High School?
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach, Archbishop Moeller High School
Moeller is a premier Catholic all-boys high school in Cincinnati, OH. This is an assistant strength and conditioning coach located in the Archbishop Moeller Athletics Department. The Assistant Strength and Conditioning coach will be responsible for the design and implementation of year-round, sport-specific training programs for several teams as assigned. This individual will also assist the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach in the implementation and supervision of sport-specific training programs for other teams as needed. The Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach will be able to effectively train large groups, motivate athletes, instill competitiveness and have the ability to collaborate and compromise. In addition, the individual will provide support, as needed, in the overall development and management of the O’Connor Strength Training Center. The individual should possess excellent leadership skills and have a strong desire to serve as a strength and conditioning coach. Supervision and teaching of strength classes may also be assigned.
Responsibilities:
- Assist Head Strength and Conditioning Coach in consulting with head coaches to determine team and individual strength, fitness, and conditioning needs.
- Design and implementation of sport-specific training programs for teams as determined by the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach. Emphasis of programming on injury prevention and performance enhancement of student-athletes.
- Design and implementation of sport-specific speed and agility programs.
- Implement appropriate testing methods to assess fitness levels of athletes’ pre- and post- season.
- Demonstrate and monitor proper technique in a variety of exercises that will be utilized in the strength and conditioning program, including but not limited to, Olympic lifts, strength and power training, speed/movement skills, flexibility, and conditioning.
- Collaborate with the Moeller (Beacon) Athletic Training staff to develop and implement injury prevention programs and accommodate injured student-athletes to facilitate return to play.
- Support education of student-athletes on proper nutrition, sleep, recovery and other healthy living aspects.
- Provide support in maintaining an environment in the weight room that is marked by the highest priority on safety, attention to detail, respect for all, commitment to improving, and teamwork.
- Help oversee the general maintenance of weight room to ensure it is both safe and impressive for current and prospective Moeller student-athletes.
- Available to work a flexible schedule involving early mornings, evenings and/or weekends as needed (*flexible around academic and class requirements)
- Research and remain current on developments/certifications in the strength and conditioning field.
- Have a willingness to learn and improve as a strength and conditioning professional.
Supervisor: Head Strength and Conditioning Coach
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science or related field strongly preferred. Applicants must hold a nationally recognized strength and conditioning certification (e.g. NSCA-CSCS, CSCCa, USAW). CPR/AED and First Aid certification is required and can be obtained on the job once hired. Candidates must demonstrate an ability to teach, lead and counsel high school (and potentially middle school) student-athletes. The candidate must be a person of integrity, high ethical standards, have excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills as well as organizational skills. The candidate will need a background check and Pupil Activity Permit as issued by the state of Ohio. Preferably the individual should have at least one prior strength and conditioning placement, internship or experience.
OTHER INFORMATION:
This is a full time (benefits included) assistant position. Morning, evening and weekend work may be asked (*ensuring balance). This position description is not all-inclusive as other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned.
Apply with resume directly by accessing www.moeller.org and go to careers tab.