COACH AST 3 (Assistant Coach: Strength)

Job Summary

Under supervision of the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, assist with the development and implementation of strength and conditioning programs for 25 intercollegiate athletic teams. Work with teams as assigned by the head strength and conditioning coach and design sport specific strength and conditioning programs. Work directly with head coaches of assigned teams to ensure that the specific strength and conditioning needs of each team are met. Assist team doctors, trainers, and therapists to design and implement injury prevention and rehabilitation programs.

POSITION INFORMATION

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles.

• Work flexible schedule, occasional evenings/nights, varied lunch hours, weekends and holidays.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Additional Minimum License/Certification:

• Certification by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or certification by the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA), (must maintain certification).

Minimum Education/Experience:

• Experience in the field of Sports Performance with student-athletes in a collegiate setting.
• Bachelors Degree

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) :

• Knowledge of the rules and safety requirements of strength and conditioning training. This includes, but is not limited to, teaching, techniques and safety measures for student-athletes to compete at the collegiate level.
• Knowledge of athletic injury prevention and treatment/modification protocols.
• Knowledge of and commitment to NCAA rules and regulations.
• Skills to coach, teach and supervise Olympic lifts.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, movement sciences, or related field, or equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Experience training NCAA baseball and/or football.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) :

• Skills to schedule, supervise and evaluate student employees.
• Skill to operate a computer.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.