Vanderbilt University
Location
Nashville, Tennessee
Develop and implement sport performance programs for assigned Olympic sports teams under the guidance of the Assistant Athletic Director. Collaborate with sports medicine and nutrition staff to ensure a safe and effective training environment for student-athletes.
Requires a Bachelor's degree, professional certification through CSCCA or NSCA, and CPR/AED certification. Candidates must have at least one year of collegiate sports performance experience and a history of leading strength and conditioning efforts.
· Under the guidance of the Assistant Athletic Director for Sport Science and Sport Performance, develop and implement sport performance programs for assigned teams
· Maintain CSCCa and/or NSCA Certification and CPR/AED/First Aid certification
· Instruct student-athletes on proper technique and execution of Olympic lifts, free weight exercises, flexibility/mobility exercises, plyometric training, agility movements, speed development, conditioning, and all other aspects of sport training for assigned sports
· Work with the Olympic Sports S&C leadership and sport coaches to organize and direct team training logistics
· Collaborate with the Assistant Athletic Director for Sport Science and Sport Performance to understand and utilize available training and performance technology
· Implement performance testing protocols to collect objective measurements and criteria specific data for assigned sports
· Follow all Olympic Sports Performance policies and procedures
· Communicate daily and collaborate with the sports medicine staff to ensure a safe and effective training environment for each athlete
· Act as a liaison to Sports Nutrition for assigned teams
· Foster effective communication between the strength staff, sport coaches, athletes, and administration
· Assist in managing weight room organization, cleanliness, and appearance
· Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Athletic Director for Sport Science and Sport Performance and the Director of Olympic Sports S&C
· A Bachelor’s degree is necessary.
· A Master’s Degree is preferred.
· 1 year of related collegiate sports performance experience is necessary.
· 2+ years of collegiate sports performance experience is preferred.
· Prior experience leading a team’s strength and conditioning efforts is necessary.
· Prior experience leading strength and conditioning efforts for Track & Field/Cross Country is preferred.
· Prior experience using athlete monitoring and testing tools is preferred.
· Professional Certification through the CSCCA or NSCA is necessary.
· CPR/AED Certification is necessary.
· Must be organized, detail oriented, and must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while collaborating with athletics staff and student athletes.
· The ability to work a non-standard work week including nights, weekends, & holidays is necessary.
At Vanderbilt University [http://www.vanderbilt.edu] , our work - regardless of title or role - is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in Nashville [https://www.nashville.gov/], Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and arboretum [https://www.vanderbilt.edu/trees/] dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of “America’s Best Large Employers” as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice.
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Vanderbilt University is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Market context
In Tennessee, assistant strength and conditioning roles for Olympic sports tend to draw candidates with collegiate performance experience and recognized certifications. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a bachelor’s degree, CSCCA or NSCA certification, CPR/AED, and evidence of leading training programs. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit, then tailor your application to show specific sport performance experience and leadership in the weight room.
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