Head Coach Powerlifting

Friends University is committed to work-life balance for its employees by offering flex work options, up to 4 weeks of vacation, 96 hours of sick leave per year, up to 13 1/2 paid holidays, half day Fridays June through July, up to 5% retirement matching, and free undergraduate tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents.

Friends University is seeking to fill the Head Coach for Powerlifting position in Wichita Kansas. This position will oversee all areas of the Friends University powerlifting program.  This includes budget management, personnel management, practice and competition planning, recruitment, and retention.  To support the Christian mission and values of Friends University and the NAIA Champions of Character.  Serve as Champions of Character Liaison and assist in other areas of the department as needed.

Friends University seeks to hire individuals who will embrace our mission and celebrate our commitment to equipping students to honor God in their personal, professional, and spiritual lives by adhering to the University’s RISE Core Values (Respect, Inclusion, Service and Excellence).  The mission of the University is:

Friends University, a Christian University of Quaker heritage, equips students to honor God and serve others by integrating their intellectual, spiritual, and professional lives.

Two years of coaching is preferred.  Experience with recruiting and eligibility processes preferred but not required. 

Bachelor’s degree is required, Master’s preferred.  USA Powerlifting CC or SNC certification and NSCA-CSCS or CSCCa-SCCC certifications preferred.

Strong organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills are required.  Must be able to multi-task and be a part of a fast-paced demanding environment. Ability to maintain confidential information, strong time management and leadership development skills. Must be able to work in a variety of weather and able to lift a minimum of 35 pounds.

Please visit our employment site at www.friends.edu/employment to apply.  Only applications submitted through this Friends University website application process will be accepted.