Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach

About the Organization

The Naval Academy Athletic Association (NAAA), founded in 1891, is a nonprofit organization whose objective is to "promote, influence, and assist in financing the varsity athletic programs of the midshipmen of the United States Naval Academy" in accordance with the policy of the Superintendent of the Academy. Through an intercollegiate athletics program that is one of the largest in the country, every midshipman is afforded the opportunity to compete in athletics at the Division I level. The emphasis on physical fitness is reflected in the first line of the mission of the U.S. Naval Academy: To develop midshipmen morally, mentally and physically.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement strength training and conditioning programs in-season, off-season, and preseason for all teams assigned in a manner that reflects research-driven practices.
• Work in cooperation with the sports medicine or athletic training staff in the rehabilitation and strengthening of injured athletes.
• Facilitate a collaborative relationship among sport coaches, sports medicine, and the strength and conditioning staff.
• Design and implement policies and procedures for the strength and conditioning program in accordance with Naval Academy standards and guidelines.
• Develop systems for tracking athlete attendance and athlete progress in conjunction with the sport coaches.
• Maintain a personal health and fitness lifestyle consistent with Naval Academy guidelines.
• Conduct an annual needs-analysis for each sport team in conjunction with the sport coach and the team's athletic trainer at the conclusion of each sport season.
• Determine and reinforce expectations for athlete conduct that mirror the Naval Academy expectations for curricula and extra-curricular activities, as stated in the Academy Student Athlete Code of Conduct.
• Successfully complete training and educational courses as required.

Requirements

• B.S. in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or Human Performance required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• 2+ years of coaching strength and conditioning at the collegiate or professional level preferred.
• Must hold at least one of the following certifications:
  • CSCS from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
  • SCCC from the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa)
• Must be current in the following certifications:
  • Current CPR certification
  • Current AED certification
• Must be eligible to work in the United States of America, without sponsorship.
• Must be eligible to work on a military installation, including a willingness to submit to a background screen.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Skills

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Basic computer skills; Excel and strength software preferred.
• A strong working knowledge and teaching skills in analysis and techniques of strength training.
• Strong motivational abilities.
• Ability to interact positively with student athletes, colleagues, and the public.
• Strong organizational skills and effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate the appropriate skills and techniques to be used by the athletes.

Work Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Ability to visually monitor athletes.
• Sitting, standing, lifting and carrying (up to 50 pounds), reaching, squatting, climbing stairs, kneeling, and moving equipment/boxes up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality.
• Work surfaces will vary from concrete to grass to hardwood floors to rubber floors.
• Job responsibilities require both inside and outside assignments.
• Interruptions of work are routine; flexibility and patience are required.
• Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignments without direct supervision.
• Evening and weekend work will be expected.
• Must be able to work under stressful conditions.
• Travel as required by the team.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid accrued vacation and sick days.
• NAAA paid life/AD&D insurance.

Pay

$50,000 - $55,000