With the oversight of the Director of Strength & Conditioning, the Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for Olympic Sports will prepare male and female student-athletes at the University of Maryland for the rigor and demands of intercollegiate competition.

The primary function of this position:  Management of athletic performance preparation including, but not limited to, the application of appropriate motivational techniques, implementation of evidence-based training methods, and safe and correct execution of the following training parameters: power development, plyometric & amp; agility training, energy system development and sport specific movement training.
The Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach will design athletic enhancement programs with an emphasis on individual as well as team specific needs and report on progress. The individual serving in this position will provide support to the Director of Strength & Conditioning and perform other duties as assigned.

Education:  Bachelor's degree required.

Experience:  A minimum of two (2) years demonstrated experience overseeing athletic performance programs in a collegiate and/or professional setting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team-based environment essential.

Preferences:

• Master's degree.
• Experience with player monitoring, reporting and data analytics.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with other performance team members: sports medicine, nutrition, psychology, academic support, and sport coaches.
• Experience working with field-based sports such as NCAA Division I Field Hockey, Women's Lacrosse and other Olympic sports.

Conditions of Employment:  The scope of this position requires a non-traditional work schedule which includes evenings, weekends and some travel as assigned.

Additional Certifications Required.  Current CSCC or NSCA certification as well as First Aid, CPR and AED certifications.

Preferred:  USA Weightlifting (USAW) and Functional Movement Screen (FMS) or equivalent movement assessment certification.

To Apply: Submit applications electronically at https://ejobs.umd.edu. Search for position number 124466. For best consideration, applications should include (1) cover letter, (2) resume, and (3) names and contact information of at least three references. More information on Maryland Athletics can be found at www.umterps.com.

Best Consideration Date:  04/18/2023.
 
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