Head Coach - Strength & Conditioning

Warner University; Lake Wales (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Warner University in Lake Wales, FL seeks an Experienced Strength & Conditioning Coach to design and manage weight and fitness programs for all male and female student‑athletes in intercollegiate programs. You will evaluate conditioning, supervise lifts, and coordinate with athletic trainers in a Christian university setting.

Responsibilities include developing sport‑specific weight programs, organizing testing, maintaining the weight room, and supporting interns while traveling to events when

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor’s Degree; Master’s preferred or equivalent experience in strength coaching.
• CSCS or CSCCa certification with CPR/AED and First Aid certifications preferred.
• Experience running multiple weight/strength programs; teamwork is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage strength and conditioning programs for all student‑athletes.
• Evaluate current fitness levels and tailor programs by sport and need.
• Monitor progress and provide development assessments; organize testing.
• Maintain weight room and equipment; schedule lifts and supervise interns.
• Collaborate with athletic training staff on prevention and rehab needs.
• Attend staff meetings; travel for athletic events as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Motivation

Communication

Leadership

Christian values

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

CSCS

CSCCa

CPR/AED

First Aid

Job description

Job Details Level: ExperiencedJob Location: Lake Wales, FL 33859Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreePosition Title: Strength & Conditioning Coach

Department: Athletics

Position Summary: The Strength & Conditioning coach is responsible for the development and management of individual and group strength training programs for all men and women student-athletes participating in intercollegiate athletic programs. The Strength & Conditioning Coach is expected to affirm, model, and cultivate the Christ-centered mission of Warner University and the Athletic Department.

Responsibilities

• Experience running or directly involved with Football strength & conditioning.
• Develop and manage individual and group weight, strength and fitness training programs.
• Develop programs by evaluating current physical condition, having a knowledge of the various sports and associated exercises, tailoring strength programs for specific needs, demonstrating proper performance of exercises, correcting mistakes.
• Monitor progress and provide an assessment of development.
• Knowledgeable of the sports-related injuries and proper prevention methods; collaborate with athletic training personnel to ensure all preventative and rehabilitation concerns are addressed – staying up-to-date on latest research/methods.
• Organize lifting schedule for individual and group athletic programs.
• Select, organize and administer testing procedures in a manner that ensures the collection of valid and reliable performance charts.
• Daily management and maintenance of the weight room and equipment located in the Tye Athletic Performance Center.
• Routine meetings with sport coaches.
• Developing and collaborating with interns.
• Effectively communicate orally, in writing, and interpersonally.
• Provide a positive atmosphere that promotes a sense of community and fairness, organization, commitment, motivation, and accomplishment.
• Attend/Assist with other Warner University events as needed.
• Work extended days and weekends; ability to travel for athletic events by car, bus or plane (when applicable).
• Refrain from the use of profanity, obscene gestures, and illegal drugs; be a positive role model on issues of language, alcohol, tobacco, and drugs.
• Attend and participate in regular department staff meetings.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Athletic Director or Head Athletic Trainer.

Qualifications

• Supportive of Warner’s mission, vision and core values, commitment to a Christian lifestyle, and demonstration of character in keeping with biblical models. The successful candidate is expected to display a commitment to Christian education, especially as it addresses the relationship between faith and individual/group strength training programs. As such, preference will be given to candidates with some degree of theological education or experience in Christian education within a biblically orthodox, evangelical context.
• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree preferred or an equivalent combination of training and experience in responsible position involving the development and management of sport-specific individual and group strength training programs for men and women (1-3 years’ experience).
• Requires certification from CSCS or CSCCa, and maintain CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
• Experience overseeing or being involved with running multiple programs at once.
• Exceptional teamwork ability as the position necessitates working closely with coaches and students.
• Strong motivational skills.

Working Relationships

The Strength & Conditioning Coach is a member of the Athletics Department and reports to the Athletic Director.

Work Schedule

Work schedule varies greatly depending on lifting schedules; frequent early morning and/or evening work; occasional out-of-town, overnight travel.