Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach, Olympic Sports at Vanderbilt University

• Under the guidance of the Assistant Athletic Director for Sport Science and Sport Performance, develop and implement sport performance programs for assigned teams

• Maintain CSCCa and/or NSCA Certification and CPR/AED/First Aid certification

• Instruct student-athletes on proper technique and execution of Olympic lifts, free weight exercises, flexibility/mobility exercises, plyometric training, agility movements, speed development, conditioning, and all other aspects of sport training for assigned sports

• Work with the Olympic Sports S&C leadership and sport coaches to organize and direct team training logistics

• Collaborate with the Assistant Athletic Director for Sport Science and Sport Performance to understand and utilize available training and performance technology

• Implement performance testing protocols to collect objective measurements and criteria specific data for assigned sports

• Follow all Olympic Sports Performance policies and procedures

• Communicate daily and collaborate with the sports medicine staff to ensure a safe and effective training environment for each athlete

• Act as a liaison to Sports Nutrition for assigned teams

• Foster effective communication between the strength staff, sport coaches, athletes, and administration

• Assist in managing weight room organization, cleanliness, and appearance

• Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Athletic Director for Sport Science and Sport Performance and the Director of Olympic Sports S&C

Education and Certifications

• A Bachelor’s degree is necessary .

• A Master’s Degree is preferred .

Experience and Skills

• 1 year of related collegiate sports performance experience is necessary.

• 2+ years of collegiate sports performance experience is preferred.

• Prior experience leading a team’s strength and conditioning efforts is necessary.

• Prior experience leading strength and conditioning efforts for Track & Field/Cross Country is preferred.

• Prior experience using athlete monitoring and testing tools is preferred.

• Professional Certification through the CSCCA or NSCA is necessary.

• CPR/AED Certification is necessary.

• Must be organized, detail oriented, and must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while collaborating with athletics staff and student athletes.

• The ability to work a non-standard work week including nights, weekends, & holidays is necessary.