Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach

Description Of University

Appalachian State University, in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors.

Position Summary Information

Minimum Qualifications

4 year Bachelor’s degree and at least 1-2 years experience in college strength and conditioning

License/Certification Required

CSCS and/or CSCCA Certification Required

Preferred Qualifications

At least 2 years experience in college strength and conditioning

CSCS and/or CSCCA Certification Required.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The athletic program at Appalachian State University operates on the premise that intercollegiate athletics is an integral part of the institution’s overall program of education. Priority is given to high standards of both academic and athletic quality — the goal being the complete development of the student-athlete.

At Appalachian State University, student-athletes will be provided with the opportunity and encouraged to progress toward a degree of their choice, and the opportunity to develop athletic abilities in an environment consistent with high standards of academic scholarship, sportsmanship, leadership and institutional loyalty. The intercollegiate athlete representing ASU will be a bonafide student pursuing a degree program, as well as an amateur competitor.

This position provides strength training to student-athletes.

Duties & Responsibilities include:

• Works under the supervision of the Assistant Athletics Director of Strength and Conditioning/Olympic Sports.
• Direct responsibilities for year round programs for assigned teams.
• Supervises athletics Weight Room, inventory, and maintenance.
• Recommend purchases regarding strength and conditioning equipment.
• Work in conjunction with athletic trainers regarding injuries, rehabilitation, and nutrition.
• Coordinate with coaches regarding schedules and needs.
• Commitment to and compliance with the University’s and Department of Athletics policies and procedures as well as the Sun Belt and NCAA constitutions, bylaws, legislation and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned by Assistant Athletics Director of Strength and Conditioning/Olympic Sports.

Type of Position Full Time Position

Staff/Non-Faculty Staff/Non-Faculty

Appointment Type 1.0

Work Schedule/Hours Varies

Number of Hours Per Week 40

Number of Months Per Year 12

Mandatory Staff No

Suggested Salary Range Commensurate with experience

Physical Demands of Position

Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date 04/23/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Evaluation of Applications Begins 04/24/2024

Proposed Date of Hire 05/06/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please attach required documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Attach a List of 3 References with Contact Information

Search Chair Name Scott Crothers

Posting Number 201501419P