Temporary Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach

Florida International University; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida International University in Miami seeks a Temporary Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach to enhance student-athlete development through targeted training programs and sport-specific conditioning.

You will supervise weight training techniques, assist with facility operations, and coordinate schedules while collaborating with athletic trainers to support rehabilitation and performance goals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 2 years experience or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree and 1 year relevant experience required.
• Must possess one of NSCA certifications: CSCS, SCCC or CSC.

Responsibilities

• Enhances development of student-athletes through training programs and injury prevention strategies.
• Instructs and supervises weight training techniques; maintains safe training environments.
• Assists with operation and maintenance of the weight room and safety procedures.
• Coordinates schedules of student-athletes in the weight room and attends athletic events when feasible.
• Communicates with athletic training staff on athlete participation and rehabilitation status.
• Maintains confidentiality of medical, academic, and personal data related to student-athletes.

Skills

Weight training supervision

Athletic safety

Communication with staff

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree + 1 year experience

NSCA CSCS/SCCC/CSC certifications

Job description

About FIU

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary

• Enhances the physical and mental development of student-athletes through the establishment of specific training programs and activities to increase the performance of student-athletes. Assists to ensure proper techniques and designs training strategies for both injury avoidance and improved performance.
• Creates and implements sports specific programs that intensify the physical strength, speed and cardiovascular conditioning of the student-athlete.
• Instructs, educates and supervises all student athletes regarding proper weight training techniques.
• Assists with the general operation and maintenance of the Athletics' weight room, along with enforcing safety procedures.
• Attends athletic events as requested and when feasible.
• Assists with developing and coordinating the schedules of student athletes while in the weight room.
• Consults with athletic training staff to determine the participation status of injured student-athletes and works with the athletic training staff to enhance the rehabilitation programs for student athletes.
• Monitors the progress of each student-athlete through verifiable records and maintains written documentations regarding status.
• Maintains communication with departmental staff, coaches and medical staff
• Maintains confidentiality for the department. Treats with utmost confidentiality and sensitivity any matter pertaining to medical, academic and personal data of student athletes and any information either directly or indirectly impacting the University and/or Athletic Department
• Adheres to all State of Florida, University, NCAA, Conference USA and department rules and policies pertaining to the position of Temporary Assistant Strength and
• Conditioning Coach. Report any known NCAA violations or concerns to the Director of Athletic Compliance and be responsible for the monitoring of any subordinate as it relates to NCAA regulations.
• Performs other related tasks as required or as directed by the Director of Strength & Conditioning, Head Coach, Deputy Athletic Director. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED and 2 years of experience; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Job Category

Temporary

Work Schedule

Varies

Advertised Salary

$15 per hour

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Application Deadline

This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Disclosures

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.

To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affiantive Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305.348.2785 or email [e-mail].

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a University event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) at 305-348-2785 or [e-mail]. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to OCR at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and one (1) year of relevant experience.

In addition, must possess one of the following National Strength and Conditioning Certifications:

• Certified Strength and Conditioning Certificate (CSCS) or
• Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) or
• Certified Strength Coach (CSC)

Temporary Disclosure

As a temporary employee, you will not be eligible to participate in all employee benefit programs (e.g., paid leave, retirement, or tuition reimbursement).

Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), a temporary employee who works on average 30 hours or more per week may be eligible to enroll in health care benefits. As a temporary employee, you are also eligible to enroll in supplemental plans (e.g. dental, vision,) which requires full payment on your part.

Upon completing an assignment, employees may apply for a position on FIU Careers.