Strength and Conditioning Coach | Full-Time

Good Samaritan Society; Bismarck (ND); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Bismarck, ND is seeking a qualified Strength and Conditioning professional to design and supervise sports performance programs for athletes. You will implement Olympic lifting technique and a periodized plan with speed, agility, and plyometrics while ensuring safety and data-driven progress.

The role requires a bachelor's in exercise science or related field, with CSCS within one year and CPR/BLS within six weeks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in exercise science or related field required.
• Two or more years of strength and conditioning experience preferred.
• CPR/AED or BLS certification required within six weeks of employment.
• CSCS certification required within one year of hire.
• CSCCA, USA Weightlifting or ACSM certifications preferred at date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and supervise strength and conditioning programs for athletes of varying ages and levels.
• Instruct Olympic lifting technique and related power, speed, agility and plyometric work within a periodized framework.
• Assess athlete readiness using SCORE testing and document results for coaching staff and families.
• Collaborate with Sanford departments to integrate testing data into programming.
• Promote Sports Performance services and help develop new programming; maintain records and ensure safety of the weight room.

Skills

Strength and conditioning experience

Microsoft Office

NSCA guidelines knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in exercise science or related field

Master's degree preferred

CSCS Certification within 1 year

CPR/AED or BLS certification within six weeks

CSCCA/USA Weightlifting/ACSM certifications preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Facility: Power Training Ctr
Location: Bismarck, ND
Address: 3451 N 14th St Ste C, Bismarck, ND 58503, USA
Shift: Varies
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $19.00 - $30.50

Job Summary

Responsible for a comprehensive program design, implementation and supervision of athletes/clients of various ages and skill levels. Provide instruction and demonstration of correct Olympic lifting technique, along with other strength, speed development, agility and plyometric exercises while applying them in a periodized framework. Provide instruction and demonstration of appropriate dynamic warm up, mobility and stability exercises based on individualized athlete needs. Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. A team minded professional who embraces growth and challenges. Ability to work in individual, small group and team settings.

Thorough understanding of the physiological basis of exercise and the ability to program/instruct according to the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA), American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and USA Weightlifting (USAW) guidelines. Ability to administer and interpret SCORE testing assessment for pre/post evaluation of athletic readiness. Complete SCORE testing report and deliver results to athlete/parents. Incorporate sport timing systems for all large group and team SCORE testing. Ability to administer and interpret results for submaximal cardiovascular and fitness assessments.

Collaborate with appropriate Sanford departments as required; such as but not limited to, Sanford Sports Performance Lab, Sports Physical Therapy, Athletic Training, Ortho & Sports Medicine Physician groups, etc., to gather accurate and reliable athlete testing data for use in research. Work with Sanford Physical Therapy staff to incorporate SCORE pro biomechanical assessment results into individualized athlete performance programming.

Assists in the promotion of Sports Performance services and in the development of new programming. Assist with collection and computer entry of accurate athlete testing data. Maintain an accessible record of all written and electronic athlete performance programming. Responsible for safety, maintenance and cleanliness of the weight room, equipment and overall facility.

Qualifications

A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a field of exercise science, kinesiology, health, physical education, recreation or other closely related discipline is required. Master's degree in one of the identified bachelor's degree areas is preferred. Highly desirable two or more years of experience in the strength and conditioning field at the high school, college, professional or private sector. Competency in Microsoft Office and basic computer skills is required. Possess a thorough understanding of the physiological basis of exercise and the ability to program/instruct according to the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and USA Weightlifting (USAW) guidelines. CPR/AED certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six weeks of employment. CSCS Certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) is required within one year of date hired. Certification on one of the following areas is preferred at date of hire: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA), USA Weightlifting, and/or American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0276588
Job Function: Sports Medicine and Wellness
Featured: No