Head Strength Coach

Posting Number:

20240043EX

Job Title:

Head Strength Coach

About Murray State:

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.

About Murray State Benefits:

Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employment/Diversity Information:

Murray State embraces diversity in the workplace and values attracting, developing and maintaining a diverse, high-quality faculty, staff, and student body. The University endeavors to create and promote a culturally diverse community to be accepting of and sensitive to diversity in its many varied forms. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Murray State University is an equal education and employment opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.

Type of Employment:

Regular Full-Time

Work Location:

Murray, KY

Employment Term:

12 Months

Position Type:

Staff - Exempt (Monthly)

Department:

Athletics Internal Operations

Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The Head Strength Coach will be responsible for the design and implementation of training protocols for the assigned teams and athletes.
Responsibilities & Duties:

• Design and implement strength and conditioning training protocols for all teams and athletes assigned to the weight room.
• Serve as the primary strength and conditioning coach for a revenue sport and secondary for four other sports as assigned.
• Supervise one full-time assistant Strength Coach assigned as primary strength & conditioning coach for other sports.
• Co-lead development and administration of the Racer Nutrition/refueling program, in collaboration with nutrition & dietetics staff/resources on campus and volunteer and/or student assistance.
• Supervision of the workout sessions for each team.
• Instruction of proper techniques for strength and conditioning.
• Supervision of additional/approved non-full-time weight room employees (this may include graduate assistants or student workers)
• Maintain detailed inventory and make recommendations for the purchase of new equipment.
• Arrange for maintenance and repairs of the weight room equipment to ensure safety.
• Ensure safe operation and professional supervision of the strength conditioning facility.
• Communicate at a high level.
• Assist the athletic training staff in rehabilitation and injury prevention as needed.
• Coordinate weekly strength and conditioning meetings.

As a member of the Murray State University Athletics Department, you shall comply with all applicable NCAA rules and regulations as provided in the NCAA Division I Manual. If you are found in violation of NCAA regulations, you shall be subject to disciplinary or corrective action as set forth in the provisions of the NCAA enforcement procedures, including suspension without pay or termination of employment for significant or repetitive violations. Minimum Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required.

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements:

• Must have valid applicable certification per NCAA guidelines.
• Two years of strength and conditioning experience at the collegiate level.
• One year of direct oversight or participation in administration of strength and conditioning program for collegiate football program.
• Certified Strength & Conditioning Coach (CSCC) and/or Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) license required.
• CPR & First Aid Certification per NCAA guidelines also required.
• Ability to effectively setup, manage and/or administer weight room workouts/equipment.
• Have the ability to work well with students, faculty, community, and media.
• Have demonstrated understanding and strong commitment to cultural diversity.
• Have good communication skills.
• Have strong leadership skills.
• Have strong organizational skills.

Work Hours:

• Early morning and evening work hours likely. Weekend work hours likely. Will be required to travel with assigned primary team.

Posting Date:

05/06/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Along with the application, the following items must be included:

• Letter of application
• Resume
• Three (3) references

For best consideration, please submit a completed application along with all required materials by May 13, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.