Strength & Conditioning Coach

Bellevue University; Bellevue (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Bellevue University is seeking a Head Strength and Conditioning Coach to develop and manage individualized and group strength programs for male and female student-athletes in intercollegiate athletics. The role emphasizes Olympic lifts, functional strength, speed development, and injury prevention, with responsibilities for safe execution and performance optimization across teams.

A Bachelor’s degree is required, with Master’s preferred, and NSCA CSCS or CrossFit Level 1 credentials are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 1–5 years of experience in progressive strength training program development at college/university level preferred.
• Experience in health/fitness facility management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strength training programs including Olympic lifts, power and functional training.
• Lead safe, optimized execution of exercises and ensure athlete health and safety.
• Instruct spotting techniques and corrective/re-generation exercises to reduce injuries.

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Time management

Motivation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree preferred

Tools

NSCA CSCS preferred

CrossFit Level 1 preferred

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: The Head Strength and Conditioning Coach is responsible for the development and management of individual and group strength training programs for men and women student-athletes participating in the intercollegiate athletics program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Essential Functions:

• Oversees programming that includes Olympic lifts, functional strength and power activities, flexibility for body management, balance and coordination, quality of movement and athleticism, linear and multi-directional speed development exercises to meet the demands of the athlete's position, level, event and sport.
• Leads the team or individual student-athletes in the safe, correct, optimized and efficient execution of exercises in an effort to obtain the desired results as well as ensure the health, and mental and physical safety of the student-athlete.
• Instructs student-athletes in safe and effective spotting techniques and procedures in an effort to optimize the effects of the exercise. Instructs student-athletes in body management such as correctives, pre-habilitation, and re-generation exercises to reduce unnecessary injuries, and increase in consistency and confidence in competitive performance.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Highly motivated and energetic individual that is organized and has time management skills
• Must have communication skills, developing rapport with small and large groups. Has the ability to communicate vision to the team while motivating others to contribute.
• At least two years of experience is preferred in progressively responsible positions involving the development and management of sport-specific individual and group strength training programs for men and women at the college/university level is preferred.
• Any experience in management of a health/fitness or weight training facility is preferred.
• Student-athlete experience, in any sport at the collegiate level, is preferred.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: Bachelor’s Degree Required, Masters Preferred

Experience: 1-5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education or experience.

Computer Skills: General office and internet skills. MicroSoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint,

Certificates & Licenses: Member of NSCA, Certified Strength Conditioning Specialist preferred, CrossFit Level 1 preferred

Other Requirements:

• Frequent supervisory experience, First Aid/CPR certified,

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demands Select from list below for each

Lift/Carry

Stand

F

Walk

F

Sit

O

O

O

Reach Above Shoulder

O

Climb

O

O

Squat or Kneel

C

C

50lbs or greater

Push/Pull

50lbs or greater

N (Not Applicable)

Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally)

Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently)

Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly)

Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Other Physical Requirements: May work in loud environments, indoor and outdoors during inclement weather,

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Works is performed primarily in the weight room, in all weather conditions, the noise level in the work environment is usually loud and moderate.
• Works in an office environment using a personal computer occasionally.

NOTE: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

The Higher Education Opportunity Act requires institutions participating in federally funded financial aid programs to make information about the institution available to the public, current and prospective students, and current and prospective employees. The Bellevue University Consumer Information webpage, found at www.bellevue.edu/student-support/consumer-information/consumer-information , provides readily accessible information to help consumers make informed decisions about post-secondary education. Bellevue University’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASR), found at www.bellevue.edu/student-support/consumer-information/pdfs/annual-safety-report.pdf , provides information about campus crime statistics and institutional security policies and procedures as well as information about student housing fire statistics and fire safety policies. You can obtain a paper copy of these reports from the Bellevue Dean of Students office by calling 402-557-7028. In addition to this, Bellevue University is an Equal Opportunity Employer .