Job Description

adjunct STRENGTH & CONDITIONING COACH

Work Days: Varies located on the business need.

Hours Per Week: 6

Weeks Per Year: 30

Strength and Conditioning Coach

Pay Status and Classification: Part-time, Non-exempt.

manager: Head Strength and Conditioning Coach

Position Purpose: Supports the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach in designing and implementing effective strength and conditioning programs to enhance the physical performance and overall wellness of student-athletes, playing a critical function in promoting injury avoidance, optimizing athletic performance, and fostering a culture of excellence in support of the mission and core values of Union College.
Union College sponsors 26 intercollegiate sports, 24 in Division III, with Ice Hockey competing at Division I.

Essential Responsibilities and tasks:

» Program Design and Implementation: Supports the Head Strength and Conditioning coach in developing comprehensive and individualized strength and conditioning programs tailored to the specific needs and goals of student-athletes across various sports. Conducts thorough assessments of athletes' physical capabilities, strengths, weaknesses, and injury history to inform program design. supervises the safe and proper execution of strength training exercises, conditioning drills, and injury avoidance protocols. Monitors and tracks athletes' progress, making necessary adjustments to programs as needed for continuous improvement.

» Education and Guidance: Educates student- athletes on proper exercise techniques, injury avoidance strategies, and the importance of nutrition and rest for optimal performance. Provides continuing guidance and support to athletes, encouraging them to adopt healthy lifestyle choices to enhance their overall well-being. Serves as a mentor and function model to instill discipline, motivation, and sportsmanship in student-athletes. Fosters a positive and encouraging environment that promotes teamwork, accountcapability, and self-discipline.

» Administrative: Maintains and organizes strength and conditioning facilities, ensuring all equipment is in excellent working condition and adheres to safety standards. Schedules and coordinates training sessions to accommodate student-athletes' practice and competition schedules. Keeps detailed records of athletes' training progress, injury history, and program modifications. Stays up-to-date with the latest advancements and research in strength and conditioning to continuously enhance coaching methods.

Qualifications required

»Bachelor's degree in exercise science, kinesiology, sports science, and/or a combination of significant education, training, certifications, and/or work practice.

»Previous practice designing and implementing strength and conditioning programs for athletes, preferably at the collegiate level.

»Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, and exercise prescription principles.

»CPR and First Aid certification required or capability to complete

»Strong organizational, interpersonal, communication and computer expertise needed.

»Nationally recognized certification in strength and conditioning. NSCA-CSCS or CSCCa-SCCC certification is preferred

» knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations

»The capability to foster and enhance a thriving, culturally diverse, and inclusive learning community, while promoting a sense of belonging among students, alumni, faculty, and staff colleagues.

»Excellent communication expertise with the capability to effectively instruct and motivate student-athletes.

»Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, and potentially weekends to accommodate varying athletic schedules.
The expected rate for this job offer is $15.00 per hour. Except for functions with a set rate of pay, the wage/income of the finalist selected for this function will be set located on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, practice, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Union College
Officially chartered in 1795, Union College is the fifth oldest liberal arts college in the country. Located in the Capital District of New York State, Union is a highly selective residential and undergraduate college, home to 2,200 students and 220 faculty, and offering 44 majors. Union was the first liberal arts college to rethink the traditional liberal arts education and adopt an engineering curriculum. That pioneering approach continues today with an education that encourages students to work beyond the limits of disciplinary boundaries, allowing them to think globally and lead innovatively in a world where problem solving requires breadth across humanities, arts, social sciences, science, and engineering.

Diversity at Union College
Union College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly committed to student and workforce diversity. Increasing diversity on campus is a critical priority for Union, one that is integral to our mission of preparing students for a globally interconnected world. Union provides a blend of intellectual, social and cultural opportunities to facilitate the integrated academic, social and personal development of a diverse community. We value and are committed to a host of diverse populations and cultures including, but not limited to, those located on race, religion, discapability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin and veteran status. Union College is committed to providing access and will provide reasonable accommodation in its application process to individuals with disabilities that request such accommodations.

Non-Discrimination Policy
Union College will not discriminate in the recruitment or selection of faculty and employees, or in any other area of employment, on the basis of age, sex, race, national origin, religion, religious belief, discapability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and veteran status. In this regard, opportunities for advancement will be made available without bias. The College is also subject to state and federal laws, supports efforts to attract and retain fully qualified women and other minority group members for faculty and other positions. Union College will comply with the letter and intent of all State and Federal laws and applicable orders pursuant to Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Part time, Weekend work, Afternoon shift, Early shift

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