Men's Basketball Strength and Conditioning Coach (3/4 Time, Contract)

Brigham Young University; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah is seeking a part-time Strength and Conditioning Coach for BYU Men's Basketball. You will work within a high-performance team to implement training, speed, mobility, and rehab protocols, reporting to the Director of Strength & Conditioning.

The role includes data collection, load optimization, and collaboration with sport science staff. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Exercise Science with CSCS/CSCCa certifications and 2+ years in collegiate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or related field is required.
• Current CSCS and/or CSCCa certification preferred.
• Experience in collegiate athletics is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementation of training processes and protocols for BYU MBB student-athletes.
• Deliver strength, power and multi-directional speed programs.
• Deliver energy system development and mobility programs.
• Support rehabilitation and recovery protocols under the PT's direction.
• Help develop athlete education content and curriculum.
• Assist with data collection and onboarding assessments.
• Lead load optimization reporting using Kinexon LPS and First Beat HR tech.
• Collaborate with Data Scientist-Intern on Athlete Management System.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or related field

CSCS certification

CSCCa certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Why Work at BYUAt Brigham Young University (BYU), your work is an opportunity to contribute to a distinctive educational mission rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students.As the flagship university of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. We are devoted to our faith, our students, and the University's Mission : \"To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.\"We seek staff members who enthusiastically embrace and advance this unique mission. Across the university, staff bring their expertise and talents to work that helps students learn, grow, and thrive. A culture of covenant belonging, weekly devotionals, meaningful opportunities for learning and growth, and a beautiful and historic campus make BYU a distinctive and inspiring place to build a career.Belonging StatementUnited by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values and embraces the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts across the BYU community. This richness strengthens our shared efforts to create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ.Employment RequirementsMembers of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend to be hired and to remain in any position at BYU.In hiring decisions, Brigham Young University lawfully gives strong preference to qualified, faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards . Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university, which are aligned with the principles and doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.Equal OpportunityBrigham Young University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.Job Title: Men's Basketball Strength and Conditioning Coach (3/4 Time, Contract)Note: This is a part-time contract position.Job SummaryBYU Men's Basketball is looking for a high-character and ambitious strength and conditioning coach with elite interpersonal skills to work within a world-class high-performance team. The vision of this position is to develop an aspiring strength and conditioning coach into a world-class practitioner. The BYU MBB Director of Strength & Conditioning has over 20 years’ experience and will mentor this person to operate within a modern high-performance department. BYU MBB coaches and performance departments operate similarly to an NBA organization and employ a full-time Director of Nutrition, Mental Performance, Physical Therapist, Director of Strength & Conditioning and Sport Science, who are supported by a group of dedicated student interns. BYU MBB has a world-class training facility next to the Marriott Arena that includes a 2100ft weight room adjacent to the basketball court.Why You Should Join Our TeamBe an integral part of BYU history and our rich tradition of winning. As a member of the Big 12 Conference, never has there been a better opportunity for BYU to tell its story on the biggest stages, and you can be a part of that. We need someone who understands BYU’s distinctive mission and vision, with the gospel of Jesus Christ as its essential foundation. We need someone who cares deeply about the individual successes and challenges of our student-athletes. We need someone who strives for excellence in all they do, and who can thrive in a dynamic, challenging, and incredibly rewarding environment.What You’d Be Responsible ForThis position is responsible for assisting the Director of Strength & Conditioning and Sport Science in the implementation of all training processes and protocols to BYU MBB student-athletes.Strength & Conditioning Coach responsibilities:Assist in the delivery of strength and power programs.Assist in the delivery of multi-directional speed programs.Assist in the delivery of energy system development programs.Assist in the delivery of mobility and movement vitamin programs.Assist in the delivery of rehabilitation programs under direction of physical therapist.Assist in the delivery of recovery protocols.Assist in the development and delivery of athlete education content and curriculum.This position has significant Sport Science responsibilities such as:Assist in data collection and reporting for new-athlete onboarding assessments.Lead On-Court Load optimization management, utilizing Kinexon LPS and First Beat heart rate technology. Weekly load optimization reports to coaching staff.Work with the Data Scientist-Intern in building and developing the Athlete Management System.Develop custom reports using Canva for coaches, athletes, agents, scouts and performance staff.Assist with testing and monitoring processes and protocols using the following technology:Kangatech, Hawkins Dynamics Force plates, Delos, 1080 Quantum Synchro, 1080 Sprint-2, Gymaware, Bridge Athletic, Oura Ring, VALD Smartspeed and Vuemotion.Assist the Director in updating protocols and procedure documents.Assist with the operation and delivery of BYU Basketball’s Speed and Agility Camps in June each year. This camp will be paid separately and in addition to the outlined annual salary.Assist with the BYU MBB Fathers and Sons camp during the Memorial Day weekend each year. This camp will be paid separately and in addition to the outlined annual salary.This position will be required to travel with the team in-season and must be able to work long/flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, particularly during travel.What Qualifies You to Apply?RequiredBachelor's degree in Exercise Science or related fieldCurrent CSCS and/or CSCCa certification preferred2 years’ experience in collegiate athletics or equivalentCurrent U.S. Driver’s LicenseAbility to work in USA without a work VISAWillingness to uphold and live by the university's Honor CodeAll new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend, which may be verified during the application process.PreferredBasic Life Support (BLS) or First Aid CertificationPhysical Requirements:Carrying, Climbing, Crawling, Hearing/Listening, Lifting, Manual Dexterity, Pulling/Pushing, Seeing, Speaking, Squatting/Kneeling, Standing, Walking.Strong proficiency in Microsoft ExcelAmbition to work in elite basketball settingPrevious experience working in basketball preferredPrevious experience with sports science modalities3-5 years’ experience in collegiate athletics or equivalentAttention to detail orientation.Highly organized and analytical.Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.A team player who handles multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Typical Starting Pay: Depends on Experience