Winter Strength and Conditioning Coach

Approx. November 15th through March 14th

Saline High School is seeking outstanding individuals to provide all of our student athletes and
coaches with thorough, daily guidance in strength and conditioning. Interested candidates must
understand their responsibility to be exemplary role models, (on and off the job) great teachers,
(of sport-specific and general life skills) and great communicators, (with players, parents and the
community at large). 

Qualifications:

• Has the ability to organize, supervise and provide leadership for a total sport program (youth, middle school and high school) within the framework of the total athletic program.
• Has previous successful strength and conditioning experience working with student athletes and coaches in all sports.
• The strength coach must have substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of strength training and conditioning and at the same time must be able to coordinate, plan, evaluate and implement a comprehensive program.
• Responsible for scheduling the weight room and other training areas outside of school hours, avoiding conflicts with in-season competitions.
• Works with Saline Area Schools coaches to design, implement and coordinate a comprehensive program that includes strength training and conditioning as well as speed, agility and quickness training.
• The strength coach will direct teams in functional training and coordinate with the head coach of each sport to meet the needs of all athletes.
• The strength coach will ensure that all athletic teams have equal access to strength and conditioning services.
• National Strength and Conditioning Association certification preferred.
• Must be highly organized to ensure all student athletes receive services.

Reports to:

The Athletic Director

Supervises:

Team members and, in several instances, the strength coach must advise, coordinate and
support a staff of sport coaches in conjunction with the Athletic Director.

Job Goal:
To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them
to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the student-athlete shall
receive instruction that will lead to the formation of moral values, acceptable social behavior,
self-discipline and self-confidence.

General:

• The success of athletic programs has a strong influence on the community’s image of the entire system. The public exposure is a considerable responsibility and community/parent pressure for winning performance is taxing, but must not override the objectives of good sportsmanship and good mental health.
• The position includes the responsibility for other unusual aspects such as extended time, risk injury factor and due process predicaments.
• It is the expressed intent of this job description to give sufficient guidance to functions. In cases not specifically covered, it shall be assumed that a coach shall exercise common sense and good judgment.

Strength Coach Job Description:

• Has a thorough knowledge of all the athletic policies and coordinates their implementation within the program.
• Has knowledge of existing system, state and league regulations, implements the same consistently and interprets them for staff.
• Understands the proper administrative chain of command and refers all requests or grievances through proper channels.
• Is aware of public/staff/departmental meetings that require attendance.
• Conducts himself/herself and his/her teams in an ethical manner during all workouts and promotes good citizenship by modeling appropriate behavior.
• Serves as a positive role model.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.

Staff Responsibilities:

• Establish the fundamental philosophy, skills and techniques to be taught to our student athletes. Design workouts to insure staff awareness of the overall program.
• Delegate specific duties including workout plans, supervise implementation and at seasons end analyze effectiveness.
• Maintain liaison with other community organizations related to our sports programs.
• Maintain discipline and work to increase morale and cooperation.
• Possess a well-stocked first aid kit and adequate water and ice for all practices and contests.
• Maintain / improve knowledge base by joining professional coaching organizations, taking advantage of clinic opportunities and/or utilizing local collegiate coaching staffs, (according to the professional development / clinic policy)

Administrative Duties:

• Assist the Athletic Director in scheduling workouts utilizing the weight room, the multi-purpose room and the HS gyms.
• Secure all workout facilities at the conclusion of each workout.
• Provide proper safeguards for maintenance and protection of assigned equipment sites.
• Provide direct supervision to student-athletes at all times

Student Responsibilities:

• Emphasize safety precautions and be aware of best training and injury prevention procedures.
• Emphasize the importance of proper conduct including the following of the Code of Conduct.
• Teach the meaning of being a “student-athlete” and emphasize its importance.
• Plan, schedule and supervise a regular program of workouts.
• By his/her presence at all workouts, provide assistance, guidance and safeguards for each participant.
• Initiate programs and policies concerning injuries, medical attention and emergencies.
• Complete paperwork on all athletic injuries on proper forms and submits to the athletic office within 24 hours.
• Teach participants new knowledge and innovative ideas or techniques.
• Develop and conduct an appropriate strength and conditioning program for athletes.
• Assist athletes in their college or advanced educational selection.
• Secure all doors, lights and windows after all athletes have driven home or been picked up.

Finance and Equipment:

• Participate in the budgeting function with the Athletic Director by establishing requirements for the next season. Recommend equipment guidelines as to type, color or technical specifications. Is responsible for operating within the budget appropriations.
• Is accountable for all equipment and collects the cost of any equipment lost or not returned.
• Properly mark and identify all equipment before issuing or storing.
• Monitor weight room, equipment rooms and coaches offices, authorizes who may enter, issue or requisition equipment.
• Permit athletes to only be in authorized areas of the building at the appropriate times. Reserve room through appropriate channels.
• Examine the weight room before and after workouts, checking on general cleanliness of the facility. Responsible for cleanliness and maintenance of specific sport equipment.
• Instill in each player a respect for equipment and school property, its care and proper use

SALARY RANGE: $4,000 - $5,000 per season, depending upon certification and experience

Winter - Nov 15th through Mar 14th

FLSA STATUS:
Exempt