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The Hobart and William Smith Assistant Strength and Conditioning coach will be responsible for the design and implementation of year-round, sport-specific training programs for several varsity teams as assigned. This individual will also assist the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach in the implementation and supervision of sport-specific training programs for other intercollegiate teams as needed. The Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach must be able to effectively train large groups, motivate athletes, instill competitiveness and have the ability to collaborate and compromise. The individual should possess excellent leadership skills and have a strong desire to serve as a collegiate strength and conditioning coach.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assist Head Strength and Conditioning Coach in consulting with head coaches to determine team and individual strength, fitness and conditioning needs.

• Design and implementation of sport-specific training programs for teams as determined by the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach. Emphasis of programming on injury reduction and performance enhancement of student-athletes.

• Design and implementation of sport-specific speed and agility programs.

• Implement appropriate testing methods to assess fitness levels of athletes pre- and post- season.

• Demonstrate and monitor proper technique in a variety of exercises that will be utilized in the strength and conditioning program, including but not limited to, Olympic lifts, strength and power training, speed/movement skills, flexibility and conditioning.

• Collaborate with the HWS sports medicine staff to develop and implement injury prevention programs and accommodate injured student-athletes to facilitate return to play.

• Assist in the hiring and supervision of student workers.

• Support education of student-athletes on proper nutrition, sleep, recovery and other healthy living aspects.

• Provide support in maintaining an environment that is marked by the highest priority on safety, attention to detail, respect for all, commitment to improving, and teamwork.

• Help oversee the general maintenance of RFK, RFK 2.0 & other facilities to ensure it is both safe and impressive for current and prospective HWS student-athletes.

• Available to work a flexible schedule involving early mornings, evenings and/or weekends as needed.

• Research and remain current on developments in the strength and conditioning field.

• Have a willingness to learn and improve as a strength and conditioning professional.

  Other Information:

  This is a full-time, 10-month, benefits-eligible position. This position description is not all-inclusive as other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned. Evening and weekend work are required. Salary is $48,715.

  Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science or related field required. A master’s degree in Exercise Science or related field is preferred. Applicants must hold a nationally recognized strength and conditioning certification (e.g. NSCA-CSCS, CSCCa, USAW), as well as CPR/AED and First Aid Certification. Candidates must demonstrate an ability to teach, lead and counsel college student-athletes. The candidate must be a person of integrity, high ethical standards, have excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills as well as organizational skills. The candidate should have knowledge of NCAA Division I and Division III rules related to strength and conditioning.

Hobart and William Smith Colleges are committed to providing a non-discriminatory and harassment-free educational, living and working environment for all members of the HWS community, including students, faculty, staff, volunteers, and visitors. HWS prohibits discrimination and harassment in their programs and activities on the basis of age, color, disability, domestic violence victim status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected under the law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes sexual harassment, sexual violence, sexual assault, and other forms of sexual misconduct including stalking and intimate partner violence, and gender-based harassment that does not involve conduct of a sexual nature.