Assistant Coach, Strength and Conditioning

Job DetailsJob Location

• Palm Beach Atlantic
• University -
• West
• Palm
• Beach -
• West
• Palm
• Beach,
• FL 33401Position
• Type:
• Full
• TimeEducation
• Level: 4 Year DegreeSUMMARY In support of the university’s mission and objectives, the Assistant Coach of Strength and Conditioning delivers high-quality programs that support student athletes in their pursuit of competitive greatness. This role tracks, monitors, and reports performance data to enhance athletic performance. The assistant coach motivates and challenges student athletes to safely achieve their goals and reach their full potential. This is a full-time, 10-month position. About Palm Beach Atlantic University Palm Beach Atlantic University is a Christ-first institution located in the heart of West Palm Beach, Florida, within a vibrant and globally connected metropolitan area. PBA competes in 18 intercollegiate sports at the NCAA Division II level as a member of the Sunshine State Conference (SSC) and is committed to excellence in athletics, academics, and spiritual formation. Strength and Conditioning Program Delivery Leads assigned sport teams through physical training. Assists the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach in the delivery of strength and power training; speed, agility, movement, and recovery sessions involving individual, small, and large groups. Communicates and works in partnership with athletic trainers to provide an integrated program of injury prevention, reconditioning, and performance training. Modifies and adapts programs to meet the unique needs of athletes in various sports, ensuring peak performance during each competitive season. Teaches and corrects technique for various movements and drills. Program Design and Implementation Supports the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach in design of strength and conditioning program. Supervises proper implementation of program by sport coaches and student-athletes. Tracks, monitors, and reports performance data to assess the progress and development of student-athlete performance. Works in conjunction with sport coaches and athletic training staff to ensure the overall wellbeing of the student-athletes. Coaching & Mentorship Provides hands-on coaching during training sessions, ensuring proper technique and form to reduce the risk of injury. Offers consistent motivation and challenges student-athletes to achieve more than they thought possible. Creates a supportive and positive environment that encourages discipline, work ethic, and teamwork. Safety & Injury Prevention Ensures that all strength and conditioning equipment is used safely and properly. Adheres to established safety protocols and best practices to minimize the risk of injury during training. Assists in disinfecting, cleaning, and enhancing the overall function of the RAC weightroom. National College Athletic Association (NCAA), Sunshine State Conference (SSC) Regulations Adheres to all budgetary guidelines, as well as University, Sunshine State Conference (SSC) and NCAA rules and regulations. Attends mandatory compliance and departmental meetings as scheduled. Follows all facilities and operations budgetary guidelines, as well as University, Sunshine State Conference (SSC) and NCAA rules and regulations. QualificationsEDUCATION Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Science, or a related field required. Professional Certification in CSCS required; USAW certification, preferred. EXPERIENCE 1+ years’ experience working with athletes across a variety of sports, preferred in collegiate setting; prior coaching experience preferred. ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) Customer Service Orientation – Keeps internal and/or external key stakeholder(s), students, parents, faculty, staff and community partners in mind at all times. Professionalism – Displays a high level of professionalism, e.g., timeliness, reliability, communication, and work ethic. Christ-first Faith – Provides spiritual support to community members, including students, on their Christian faith journey. Adaptable/Flexibility – Ability to change or adjust to change. Analytical Thinking & Decision Making – Identifies and understands trends and/or issues, connects data points through analysis and logical conclusions/actionable strategies. Confidentiality – Maintains the necessary confidentiality and discretion required for the position. Conflict Management – Functions professionally and wisely during difficult conversations, while under stress, and while managing challenging situations. Continuous Improvement – Implement or brainstorm ways to optimize a process. Develops Others – Ability to promote continuous improvement within teams and/or individuals. Effective Communication – Expresses ideas and information in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well-articulated messaging across a wide variety of audiences. Establishes Trust – Gains the confidence of others by actions and words that promote being honest, forthcoming, and vulnerable. Problem-solving – Anticipates, evaluates, diagnoses, and resolves problems in a systematic and fact-based manner. Results Orientation & Accountability – Takes accountability and identifies, executes, and drives actions to consistently achieve desired results. Self-development – Grow one’s self-awareness, abilities, skills, and/or talent. Teamwork & Collaboration – Creates a climate that fosters commitment to a common vision and shared values that promote cooperation and working together through trust and support of others both departmentally and cross-functionally. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to work non-routine hours regularly during the academic year. Ability to lift/move objects up to 50 pounds.