Head Strength & Conditioning Coach

People are drawn to Guilford College for a number of reasons, including the College’s [Core Values](https://www.guilford.edu/node/4186) of community, diversity, equality, excellence, integrity, justice, and stewardship. Working at Guilford provides you with a rewarding opportunity to impact the developing lives of **[students from a range of diverse backgrounds](https://www.guilford.edu/node/236)**. Guilford attracts those who are seeking a professional challenge and career advancement. It also attracts those who want to enjoy a beautiful campus and location in the dynamic city of **[Greensboro, North Carolina](https://www.guilford.edu/node/271)**. Guilford College offers a wide range of benefits for full-time regular employees, including 13 paid holidays, tuition remission, health insurance, telemedicine, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, a retirement plan, and optional dental and vision insurance. In addition, employment at the College provides employees with access to numerous discounts for products, services, and attractions. **Position Summary** **Basic Function** Under the supervision of the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine and Head Athletic Trainer, the Strength and Conditioning Coach will oversee a comprehensive strength and conditioning program for all 21 Guilford College athletic teams. Perform the duties and responsibilities of this role at all times in a fashion that supports the college’s commitment to creating an academic institution where a variety of persons and perspectives are welcome, as well as to providing an environment where students from all cultures and backgrounds may succeed. **Duties and Responsibilities** \*Coordinate all aspects of a comprehensive strength and conditioning program for all student-athletes and intercollegiate athletic programs.   \*Collaborate with coaching staff on team-specific programming.   \*Have supervisory responsibility and approval for all team-specific strength and conditioning programming.   \*Collaborate with Sports Medicine staff to assist in educating student-athletes on best practices for injury prevention as well as injury reduction exercises and rehabilitation.   \*Collaborate with the Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities, Operations and Intramurals on scheduling usage for individuals and teams use of the Mary Ragsdale Fitness Area.   \*Instruct and monitor student-athletes regarding proper weight training techniques.   \*Ensure the safe operation of all strength and conditioning equipment with the enforcement and implementation of policies and procedures.   \*Provide proper nutrition education for all student-athletes within the scope of practice for a certified strength and conditioning coach.   \*Knowledge of and oversight of speed, agility and flexibility training for all teams.   \*Knowledge of and commitment to all college, NCAA and Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC) rules and regulations.   \*Some travel to away contests and limited game day management of home contests may be required.   \*Must be able to work a flexible work schedule including evenings and weekends.   \*Handles other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics and/or the Head Athletic Trainer/Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine. **Minimum Qualifications** \*Undergraduate degree.   \*National Strength Coaches Association’s CSCS certification (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) or equivalency.   \*CPR/First Aid certification required.   \*A valid driver’s license. **Preferred Qualifications** 2-3 years related experience coaching strength and conditioning at the collegiate level.   Preference will be given to qualified candidates who also demonstrate a commitment to recruiting, retaining, mentoring and actively engaging with under-represented and underserved populations both on campus and in the broader community. **Physical Requirements** Ability to lift 50lbs. **Guilford College** does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law, ordinance or regulation. See our [**full Statement of Non-Discrimination**](https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/680/docs/79689.pdf).