Club Weightlifting Coach

Club Weightlifting Coach About the Opportunity

JOB SUMMARY

The Weightlifting Coach will help supervise practices, meets, and provide constructive feedback on athlete form and weight selection. They will also help educate athletes on ways to improve besides weightlifting (nutrition, mobility, etc.)

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and improve participant sport skills Attend and supervise a majority of meets and practices, including evenings and weekends Abide by all University/Club Sport rules and regulations, including the Club Sport Handbook Promote good sportsmanship in and out of the weightroom Submit Weekly Timesheets Communicate with Associate Director of Club Sports as needed on issues associated with the club or any of its participants. These issues include, but are not limited to: Travel Equipment Administrative tasks and responsibilities

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure safety of participants and monitor environmental (field/court/playing surfaces) conditions Ensure that Injury Reports are completed for each injury and are given to Assistant Director of Club Sports within 24 hours Ensure proper warm-up/stretching for student-athletes prior to practice or competition Able to attend practices (2025-26 practice times TBD, but will likely be evenings/nights 3x/week including 1 practice on Saturday/Sunday) Able to attend USAW Collegiate Nationals with the team Able to attend local weightlifting meets (4-5 a year) Have either a background in physical therapy or strength training Knowledgeable about the two main lifts in weightlifting (Snatch, Clean & Jerk) Willing to help develop and coach a group of young athletes, some with little to no weightlifting experience Able to give constructive criticism on an athlete's form and weight selection

QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred 1+ year of Olympic Weightlifting coaching experience and 2+ years of Olympic Weightlifting experience. High-level knowledge of the sport Communication Accountability Adaptability Organized

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work may involve the performance of heavier physical tasks such as walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, working in confined space, and lifting or carrying moderately heavy items, up to 200lbs. The work environment may involve exposure to various elements such as chemicals, dust, fumes, cold, heat, noise, vibrations, or dampness, where work exposes the employee to potentially non-disabling injuries. Duties may require that work be performed in adverse weather conditions. Work may require exposure to dangerous equipment and machinery requiring the use of protective clothing or gear. Position Type Temporary Additional Information Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation.

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//hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pay Rate:

$15/HR To apply, visit https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Boston-MA-Main-Campus/Club-Weightlifting-Coach_R134487 jeid-17aa089afb55c848bfcf1fbbeacae52d