Assistant Director of Athlete Performance

University of the Pacific, United States

Updated: 13 days ago

Location: Stockton, MISSOURI

Job Type: FullTime

Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Position Information

Job Title	Assistant Director of Athlete Performance
Union Level
Department	Athletics-Sports Administration
Campus	Stockton
Posting Number	201303615P
Full or Part Time	Full Time
Number of Months	12
Work Schedule	A non-traditional work week, hours, and days will be required to fulfill department needs. Expected to work weekdays and weekends, and may include holidays.
Position End Date
Open Date	04/12/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period. External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose	Under general direction from the Director of Athletic Performance, the Assistant Director of Athletic Performance is responsible for teaching and instructing student-athletes how to perform in their sport, including sport-specific weight training, conditioning, skills, and safety practices.
Essential Functions	Instructs and coaches student-athletes, emphasizing sport-specific weight training, conditioning, skills, and safety practices. Exercises discretion and judgment in implementing instructional techniques designed to develop student-athlete capacities. Integrates innovative technology into the instruction of student-athletes to facilitate learning and safety. Identifies proper training levels and creates individual year-round sport-specific training programs for assigned sports teams. Administers training sessions using coaching expertise to help reduce the risk of injury, ensure proper technique, and manage the time of sessions accordingly. Develops and oversees student internship programs for Athletic Performance. This involves working in conjunction with the sports sciences department to assist with teaching labs and any other projects. Identifies and responds to appropriate training and conditioning needs of student-athletes. Oversees weight room operations, which include daily maintenance, repairs, and organization. Represents and acts on behalf of the Director of Athletic Performance in his/her absence or when assigned or requested. Assists the Director of Athletic Performance with special projects such as camps, special fundraising events, community outreach, etc. Serves as the Performance coach for Pacific Basketball. Performs other duties as assigned or requested. This position serves as Campus Security Authority (CSA) as outlined by the Clery Act. CSA’s have federally mandated responsibilities to report crimes that are reported to them. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor’s Degree in a related field. Two (2) years of experience in weight training and conditioning at the intercollegiate or professional level. Professional certification from either the National Strength and Conditioning Association or Colligate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association. First Aid/CPR certification.
Preferred Qualifications	Master’s Degree in a related field. Advanced knowledge of exercise science/physiology, athletics strength and conditioning practices, and coaching techniques. Proficient in and comfortable with public speaking. Ability to assess athletic skills in student-athletes and develop action plans for desired results. Ability to motivate students to achieve expected results. Good time management and organizational skills. Good written and verbal communication skills. Understanding and knowledge of best practices to ensure student-athlete welfare. Basic computer skills including basic proficiency with MS Office. Solid knowledge of NCAA and conference rules and regulations. USAW Level 1 certification. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements	The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Requires extended periods of standing and walking. Occasional sitting, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, and reaching. Frequent lifting in excess of 25 pounds. Work Environment/Work Week/Travel: Work performed primarily in the gymnasium or clinical environment. Outdoor and indoor work will be necessary on a regular basis. A non-traditional work week, hours, and days will be required to fulfill department needs. Expected to work weekdays, and weekends and may include holidays. Some travel required to attend conferences, offsite events. Valid driver’s license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the University’s fleet rules and be eligible to drive for University business. The University and its insurance carrier reserves the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.
Hiring Range	$66,560.00 - $90,960.00 per year. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Background Check Statement	All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.
AA/EEO Policy Statement	University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.