Work in Iowa Disability Talent

Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach (4 Seasonal positions- .25 FTE - 1FTE) JobID: 1828

• Position Type:

  Athletics/Activities/ Coaching

• Date Posted:

  3/1/2024

• Location:

  Norwalk High School

• Date Available:

  Spring

• Closing Date:

  Until filled

    

NORWALK COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Position: Strength and Conditioning Coach (4 Seasonal positions- .25 FTE - 1 FTE)

Reports To: Director of Activities

Purpose of Position

To promote a fundamentally sound strength and conditioning program with an emphasis on physical fitness, ability and performance development to encourage a strong work ethic and positive attitude toward strength training and physical conditioning.

Qualifications: (Skills, Knowledge, Abilities, Education, Certification/Licensure, Experience, Equipment)

• Minimum of three years combined experience either in a high school or intercollegiate strength and conditioning program.

• A strong working knowledge and teaching skills in analysis and techniques of lifting.

• Experience and/or expertise in the area of strength and conditioning and fitness programming for diverse populations.

• Evidence of strong organizational skills and effective oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to motivate high school students.

Education

• Earned Bachelor’s Degree in a field related to Strength and Conditioning, Coaching, or Education.

Certification/Licensure

• Coaching Authorization issued by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners – or willingness to obtain within a reasonable period of time.

• Certified in First Aid and CPR.

Equipment

• Knowledge in the safe operation and maintenance of weight equipment and machines.

• Knowledge of the operation of multi-media equipment including current technology.

Supervision of Others

• Coaching staff working with students, staff and others in the facility

• Interns working with students, staff and others in the facility

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

• Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Direct all facets of program, staff and facility operations related to the strength and conditioning program.

• Design and have final review of all exercise-related training programs; develop individual and team programs for pre-season, in-season, and off-season as well as for students not involved in athletics.

• Oversee the athletic performance and physical fitness operation ensuring compliance with school, conference and state rules and regulations.

• Coordinate and conduct orientation meetings for those who use the facility about proper training technique, nutrition, and dangers of banned substances.

• Oversee the selection, installation, and maintenance of performance equipment including cleaning and repair.

• Develop staff work, supervision schedules, assign duties and evaluate performance.

• Coordinate time schedules for the use of the facility by students, athletic teams, and staff.

• Work and communicate with coaches and staff about all aspects of programming and student and team use.

• Develop and submit the annual budget and ensure budgetary compliance through efficient and financial management; budget available funds for maintenance and improvement of facility.

• Perform other duties and special projects as it pertains to strength & conditioning and/or physical fitness promotion.

• Effectively and properly motivate students and athletes to achieve maximum potential in all areas of performance.

• Keep updated on current strength and conditioning research and attend appropriate training.

• Communicate with students, parents, and the community on the value of strength and conditioning for all students.

• Communicate with and be the liaison between Community Education for program development, implementation, and scheduling and facility usage.

Physical Requirements

• Satisfactory health as certified by a competent medical authority upon hire

• Ability to organize and think clearly while communicating, organizing and evaluating.

• Repetitious bending, lifting and hand movement.

• Ability to work while standing, moving and/or walking.

• Drug, tobacco, and alcohol free while working.

• Must be able to see and hear within normal limits with or without corrective lenses or hearing aids.

• Ability to operate a motor vehicle used to travel between sites.

Working Conditions

• Majority of work is performed in a fitness center setting to include sitting, standing, lifting, and carrying (up to 50 pounds), reaching, squatting, climbing stairs, kneeling, and moving equipment/boxes up to 50 pounds.

• Work hours are diverse in nature with time spent in the morning, afternoon, and evening

• Occasional exposure to body fluids, fumes, noise, and hazardous materials and emergency situations

Terms of Employment

1. Performance evaluated per Board PolicyFLSA Status

Exempt (for NCSD employed certified staff) Non-Exempt (for non-NCSD employed citizen coaches)