Sports Performance Assistant Coach

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation's oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

Under general direction, implements, conducts, teaches and monitors sport performance programs; assists with rehabilitation of injured student-athletes; assists in management of sports performance center; effective daily communication with athletic trainers and staff of assigned sport teams; compliance with NCAA, Atlantic 10 and university rules and regulations; and other duties as assigned.

Job Duties:

• Assist with the design, development and implementation of Sport Performance programs for assigned intercollegiate athletic sport teams.

• Assist with performance testing of student-athletes.

• Required to keep accurate and up-to-date records.

• Assist with cleaning, maintaining and organizing the weight room facility.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proven ability to work independently, prioritize, and complete tasks in a timely manner.

• Excellent communication skills required for working with diverse groups.

• Strong written communication skills; excellent organizational skills with accuracy and attention to detail.

• Demonstrated appreciation for diversity and inclusion.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality

• Knowledge of the techniques and programs necessary for a successful sports-specific sports performance program using Olympic lifting, functional training and alternative training techniques and methodologies

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and CSCS or equivalent national certification with two (2) years of experience as a certified sports performance coach in competitive athletics at the professional or collegiate level; ability to work non-traditional hours including nights and weekends

• First Aid and CPR certified

Function

Coaches

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.