Athletic Performance Coach (Baseball) - Athletic Performance

University Atheltic Association at the University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Life

LTD

AD&D

Pension plan (upon eligibility)

Athletic event tickets

Tuition assistance (upon eligibility)

Employee events and recognition برامج

Job summary

University of Florida's University Athletic Association is seeking an Athletic Performance Coach or Senior Athletic Performance Coach to develop and implement sport-specific strength, agility, conditioning, and speed programs for Baseball and other student-athletes.

The role includes overseeing weight room operations, monitoring athletes’ techniques and work ethic, and may involve coordinating the Athletic Performance Internship Program.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Exercise Science or related field with 1 year of collegiate/professional experience OR Bachelor’s with 2 years of related experience
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• CSCS or SCCC certification

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing sport-specific strength, agility, conditioning, and speed programs for student-athletes
• Oversee weight room operations and ensure proper procedures and lift protocols
• Monitor student-athletes’ work ethic, techniques, and training skills
• Assist with coordinating and overseeing the Athletic Performance Internship Program

Skills

Strength & conditioning

Athletic performance

GPS monitoring

Speed & agility

Education

Master's degree in Exercise Science

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science

Tools

CSCS/SCCC Certification

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The University Athletic Association at the University of Florida is searching for a Athletic Performance Coach or Senior Athletic Performance Coach to perform a variety of duties related to athletic performance programs for student-athletes. Assists in the implementation of sport-specific strength, agility, conditioning, and speed programs for Baseball. Oversees general activities in the weight room to ensure proper procedures and lift protocols are followed. Assists in monitoring of the student-athletes’ work ethic, techniques, and proper training skills. May assist with coordinating and overseeing the Athletic Performance Internship Program.

This position requires the incumbent to lift and move one hundred plus pounds; be a flexible, detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills; work independently and as part of a collaborative team; multitask effectively; engage effectively with others of diverse cultures or backgrounds and with high energy, intense personalities; and work a non-standard work week which will include evenings, weekends, holidays, and extensive overnight travel.

This posting will remain open until a qualified candidate is chosen.

BENEFITS:

• Health
• Dental
• Life
• LTD
• AD&D
• Pension plan (upon eligibility)
• Athletic event tickets
• Tuition assistance (upon eligibility)
• Employee events and recognition programs
• Relocation assistance

Competitive compensation package commensurate with candidate’s previous experience and qualifications.

You can view our full benefits guide on the official job posting by visiting www.FloridaGators.com/Employment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date, but no offer of employment will be extended until after the position closes. Once an official offer is extended and accepted, the candidate will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and will be contingent on satisfactory background screening results. The candidate will also be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. The University Athletic Association, Inc. is an at-will employer, a separate company from the University of Florida and not a state employer.

WE ARE PROUD TO BE A DRUG FREE TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Exercise Science or a related field and one year or related experience training at a collegiate or professional level OR Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science or a related field and two years of related experience training at a collegiate or professional level
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) OR Strength & Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Exercise Science or a related field and two years or related experience training at a collegiate or professional level OR Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science or a related field and three years of related experience training at a collegiate or professional level
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
• Experience working with GPS monitoring systems
• Experience interpreting performance metrics