Job Summary

The Assistant Director of Strength & Conditioning is responsible for instructing on specific protocol for sports program design related to individual concerns, seasonal needs related to peaking for particular events and time considerations for the sport programs.  Will also work with other strength & conditioning staff to ensure the program ‎instruction and design methodologies for sports are consistent across the area. Implement strength, agility, speed, flexibility and conditioning programs with the student-athletes.  This includes technique instruction, demonstration of techniques and skills, motivation, development of discipline, testing and evaluation of athletes performance related to area of strength & conditioning.

P2 requirements

• BA/BS in area that provides a knowledge base in exercise physiology and athletic performance.  
• Two years of strength & conditioning experience 

Required:

• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (C.S.C.S.) through the National Strength & Conditioning ‎Association or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certification (SCCC) through the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA) or equivalent 
• Experience in collegiate setting highly desired.
• Must demonstrate a high energy level at all times.  
• Ability to communicate effectively with both coaches and athletes.  
• Must stay abreast of sports program and design methodologies for their respective sport within Athletics.  
• Must on their own initiative, research the industry to stay on the cutting edge of skills and technology. 
• Must be able to work with all coaches and athletes interchangeably to ensure consistency across the strength & conditioning area.  
• Knowledge of sport-specific fundamentals, techniques, and safety rules & regulations.  Ability to analyze, interpret, communicate, and adhere to University, Big Ten Conference, and NCAA policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.  
• Excellent communication (oral & written), planning, organizational, interpersonal, and customer service skills.  
• Ability to influence and build positive relationships among diverse individuals including student-athletes, parents, coaches, staff, and students.  
• Personal computer and related software skills, e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, data query, Internet, etc., necessary. 
• Knowledge of the physiological adaptations of the human body to active exercise; of teaching the safe and correct techniques in execution of weight training, speed development and conditioning.  
• Knowledge in the use of weight training equipment (isotonic, isokinetic, isometric, variable resistant) is needed.  
• Ability to motivate and evaluate specific individual psychic and physical needs respectively

Preferred:

• MS/MA in area that provides a knowledge base in exercise physiology and athletic performance.  

Additional Information: 

• Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position   
• A background check will be required for employment in this position 
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime) 
• Retirement Eligibility:  Defined Contribution Waiting Period 
• Purdue University is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply 
• Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days