Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach AS1182P Position Available In Forrest, Mississippi

This Position is for an Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach with a public university located in Perkinston, MS.

Job Description:

General Statement of Function:

An assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach shall be responsible for assisting the Director of Strength and Conditioning in carrying out the responsibilities and supervision of the Strength and Conditioning program. An Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach will report directly to the Director of Strength and Conditioning.

Job Duties:

1. Assist with the design and implementation of strength training and conditioning programs in-season, off-season, and preseason for all school-sanctioned male and female athletic programs in a manner that reflects research-driven practices and our institution’s Long-Term Athletic/Fitness Development Model.2. Assist with maintaining the Athletic Performance Facility (APF) training schedule for all athletic teams.3. Assist with maintain the Athletic Performance Facility (APF) daily cleaning schedule.4. Work in cooperation with the sports medicine or athletic training staff in the rehabilitation and strengthening of injured athletes.5. Collaborate with coaches and the athletic training staff on injuries that are high presence in their sport. Develop programs for the prevention of these injuries.6. Facilitate a collaborative relationship among sports coaches, sports medicine, and the strength and conditioning staff.7. Assist with the design and implementation of policies and procedures for the strength and conditioning program in accordance with the institution’s standards and guidelines.8. Assist with the development of systems for tracking athlete attendance and athlete progress in conjunction with each coaching staff.9. Maintain a personal health and fitness lifestyle consistent with the institution’s guidelines. Conduct an annual needs analysis for each sports team in conjunction with the sports coach, Director of Strength and Conditioning, and the team’s athletic trainer at the conclusion of each sports season.10. Reinforce expectations for student-athlete conduct that mirror the school’s expectations.11. Successfully complete training and educational courses as required.12. Assist with daily maintenance and upkeep of strength training facilities.13. Assist with administrative and budget aspects of the strength and conditioning program.14. Be knowledgeable of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) and Mississippi Association of Community Colleges Conference (MACCC) rules and regulations pertaining to eligibility, recruiting, the conduct of coaches, etc.15. Supervise student-athletes with integrity and with a professional attitude.16. Provide guidance focused on exceptional sportsmanship and a championship culture mindset.17. Fulfill other duties as assigned by the Dean of Athletics and Campus Vice President.

Mandatory Qualifications:

M1) B.S. in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Human Performance, or related fieldM2) Current standard first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillation (AED) certificationsM3) A strong working knowledge and teaching skills in analysis and techniques of strength trainingM4) Experience and/or expertise in strength and conditioning programming for college populationsM5) Strong Motivational abilitiesM6) Must hold or be working to obtain at least one of the following certifications:- Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)- Strength & Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) through the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa)

Desirable Qualifications:

D1) 2+ years of coaching strength and conditioning at the high school, collegiate, or professional level preferredD2) Evidence of ability to interact positively with student-athletes, colleag es, and the publicD3) Evidence of strong organizational skills and effective oral and written communication skills

EEO Statement:

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes students and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, or qualified disability in its programs and activities. For further information, contact the Compliance Officer P.O. Box 609, Perkinston, Mississippi, 39573, telephone number 601-528-8735, email address compliance@mgccc.edu