Assistant Athletic Performance Coach

Occupational Summary

The Assistant Athletic Performance Coach reports to the Head Athletic Performance Coach and is responsible for assisting with planning, organizing, directing, evaluating, and administering aspects of the athletic performance program. This position will coach student athletes in the principles of proper conditioning and maximizing athletic performance. This is a part-time position working August through May (10 months).

Stewardship Statement

This position is responsible for cultivating and maintaining the institution's Catholic identity and its mission to empower graduates to transform society. As a member of the Newman community, the staff member will join with the institution's sponsors, the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC Sisters), to witness God's love in Mission to empower others, foster oneness, celebrate life, form right relationships, and walk as compassionate companions. Additionally, this position contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other faiths, cultures, or backgrounds.

Work Performed

• Aid in all aspects of the coaching and management of a competitive NCAA Division II athletic performance program.
• Instruct student-athletes in the areas of physical health, team concepts, and safety.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of and ability to comply with all NCAA Division II, MIAA Conference, and institutional rules and regulations.
• Schedule and conduct regular strength and conditioning sessions with student-athletes to ensure they are physically prepared for competition.
• Collaborate with the Head Coaches to develop strategies to motivate maximum levels of individual and team athletic performance and appropriate personal and social conduct within the mission of Newman University.
• Assist with fundraising, promotional, and public relations events within the community, including on-campus and off-campus, specifically booster club activities and community engagement/service projects.
• Complete all University-required trainings including Title IX and FERPA.
• Contribute to the overall success of the Athletics Department by performing all other duties as assigned and appropriate to the position.

Required Qualifications/Education/Experience/Skills/Training

• Must be certified through a nationally recognized strength and conditioning program with a CSCS certification.
• A bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
• Experience as a successful athletic performance coach.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and pass a motor vehicle check.
• Effective leadership and strong oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of NCAA Division II rules and regulations preferred.
• Sound human relations skills in dealing with student-athletes, university personnel, and members of the off-campus community.
• Ability to participate with fundraising within the community.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends, as necessary.
• Must be able to be certified in First aid and CPR, as required by NCAA rules.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Physical Requirements

• Position involves both inside sedentary work and outside work on the field in coaching and training situations with student athletes.
• Demonstration of appropriate skills may involve strained muscles or orthopedic related injuries from running, jumping, throwing, kicking or hitting.
• Position requires durability.
• Health and safety factors to be considered include injuries from field/court related activities and training responsibilities.

Expectations

• Employees are expected to exhibit a high degree of personal integrity in support of the University’s Mission.
• As a member of the NCAA, individuals employed by or associated with a member institution to administer, conduct or coach intercollegiate athletics shall act with honesty and sportsmanship at all times so that the intercollegiate athletics as a whole, their institutions and they, as individuals, represent the honor and dignity of fair play and the generally recognized high standards associated with the wholesome competitive sports.

Physical Requirements

• Position involves both inside sedentary work and outside work on the field in coaching and training situations with student athletes.
• Demonstration of appropriate skills may involve strained muscles or orthopedic related injuries from running, jumping, throwing, kicking or hitting.
• Position requires durability.
• Health and safety factors to be considered include injuries from field/court related activities and training responsibilities.

Expectations

• Employees are expected to exhibit a high degree of personal integrity in support of the University’s Mission.
• As a member of the NCAA, individuals employed by or associated with a member institution to administer, conduct or coach intercollegiate athletics shall act with honesty and sportsmanship at all times so that the intercollegiate athletics as a whole, their institutions and they, as individuals, represent the honor and dignity of fair play and the generally recognized high standards associated with the wholesome competitive sports.

Physical Requirements

• Position involves both inside sedentary work and outside work on the field in coaching and training situations with student athletes.
• Demonstration of appropriate skills may involve strained muscles or orthopedic related injuries from running, jumping, throwing, kicking or hitting.
• Position requires durability.
• Health and safety factors to be considered include injuries from field/court related activities and training responsibilities.

Expectations

• Employees are expected to exhibit a high degree of personal integrity in support of the University’s Mission.
• As a member of the NCAA, individuals employed by or associated with a member institution to administer, conduct or coach intercollegiate athletics shall act with honesty and sportsmanship at all times so that the intercollegiate athletics as a whole, their institutions and they, as individuals, represent the honor and dignity of fair play and the generally recognized high standards associated with the wholesome competitive sports.

Physical Requirements

• Position involves both inside sedentary work and outside work on the field in coaching and training situations with student athletes.
• Demonstration of appropriate skills may involve strained muscles or orthopedic related injuries from running, jumping, throwing, kicking or hitting.
• Position requires durability.
• Health and safety factors to be considered include injuries from field/court related activities and training responsibilities.

Expectations

• Employees are expected to exhibit a high degree of personal integrity in support of the University’s Mission.
• As a member of the NCAA, individuals employed by or associated with a member institution to administer, conduct or coach intercollegiate athletics shall act with honesty and sportsmanship at all times so that the intercollegiate athletics as a whole, their institutions and they, as individuals, represent the honor and dignity of fair play and the generally recognized high standards associated with the wholesome competitive sports.

Physical Requirements

• Position involves both inside sedentary work and outside work on the field in coaching and training situations with student athletes.
• Demonstration of appropriate skills may involve strained muscles or orthopedic related injuries from running, jumping, throwing, kicking or hitting.
• Position requires durability.
• Health and safety factors to be considered include injuries from field/court related activities and training responsibilities.

Expectations

• Employees are expected to exhibit a high degree of personal integrity in support of the University’s Mission.
• As a member of the NCAA, individuals employed by or associated with a member institution to administer, conduct or coach intercollegiate athletics shall act with honesty and sportsmanship at all times so that the intercollegiate athletics as a whole, their institutions and they, as individuals, represent the honor and dignity of fair play and the generally recognized high standards associated with the wholesome competitive sports.

Physical Requirements

• Position involves both inside sedentary work and outside work on the field in coaching and training situations with student athletes.
• Demonstration of appropriate skills may involve strained muscles or orthopedic related injuries from running, jumping, throwing, kicking or hitting.
• Position requires durability.
• Health and safety factors to be considered include injuries from field/court related activities and training responsibilities.

Expectations

• Employees are expected to exhibit a high degree of personal integrity in support of the University’s Mission.
• As a member of the NCAA, individuals employed by or associated with a member institution to administer, conduct or coach intercollegiate athletics shall act with honesty and sportsmanship at all times so that the intercollegiate athletics as a whole, their institutions and they, as individuals, represent the honor and dignity of fair play and the generally recognized high standards associated with the wholesome competitive sports.

Physical Requirements

• Position involves both inside sedentary work and outside work on the field in coaching and training situations with student athletes.
• Demonstration of appropriate skills may involve strained muscles or orthopedic related injuries from running, jumping, throwing, kicking or hitting.
• Position requires durability.
• Health and safety factors to be considered include injuries from field/court related activities and training responsibilities.

Expectations

• Employees are expected to exhibit a high degree of personal integrity in support of the University’s Mission.
• As a member of the NCAA, individuals employed by or associated with a member institution to administer, conduct or coach intercollegiate athletics shall act with honesty and sportsmanship at all times so that the intercollegiate athletics as a whole, their institutions and they, as individuals, represent the honor and dignity of fair play and the generally recognized high standards associated with the wholesome competitive sports.

Physical Requirements

• Position involves both inside sedentary work and outside work on the field in coaching and training situations with student athletes.
• Demonstration of appropriate skills may involve strained muscles or orthopedic related injuries from running, jumping, throwing, kicking or hitting.
• Position requires durability.
• Health and safety factors to be considered include injuries from field/court related activities and training responsibilities.

Expectations

• Employees are expected to exhibit a high degree of personal integrity in support of the University’s Mission.
• As a member of the NCAA, individuals employed by or associated with a member institution to administer, conduct or coach intercollegiate athletics shall act with honesty and sportsmanship at all times so that the intercollegiate athletics as a whole, their institutions and they, as individuals, represent the honor and dignity of fair play and the generally recognized high standards associated with the wholesome competitive sports.

Physical Requirements

• Position involves both inside sedentary work and outside work on the field in coaching and training situations with student athletes.
• Demonstration of appropriate skills may involve strained muscles or orthopedic related injuries from running, jumping, throwing, kicking or hitting.
• Position requires durability.
• Health and safety factors to be considered include injuries from field/court related activities and training responsibilities.

Expectations

• Employees are expected to exhibit a high degree of personal integrity in support of the University’s Mission.
• As a member of the NCAA, individuals employed by or associated with a member institution to administer, conduct or coach intercollegiate athletics shall act with honesty and sportsmanship at all times so that