Director of Strength & Conditioning / Head Coach

General Description :

This position is responsible for the overall administration of the strength and conditioning program for 18 NCAA varsity athletic programs. The position is responsible for overseeing the overall function of the university fitness center. Reports to the Associate Athletic Director – Facilities & Operations. Essential Functions and Responsibilities :

• Designing the annual strength & conditioning programs for 18 varsity sports.
• Collaborate with head coaches to design and implement sport-specific year-round training programs.
• Provide instruction to individuals and teams on proper multi-joint sport movements to enhance power, speed and flexibility.
• Collaborate with Athletic Training staff to devise injury prevention strategies and assist in the reconditioning of student-athletes returning to activity from injury.
• Hiring, training, and supervision of professional staff, student staff, and practicum students.
• Develop and maintain procedures, training and safety manuals on all program operations including equipment / facility maintenance protocols.
• Prepare, monitor and evaluate the fitness center’s operating plan (hours open and supervision), updating and improving when necessary.
• Enhancement of campus health and wellness initiatives through various committees and input.
• Create and monitor facility design and equipment placement, for safety, function and maximal use of potential space.
• Develop and manage the fitness center budget including operations and personnel expenditures.
• Inventory and control of equipment and supplies.
• Organizing team training and conditioning schedules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Required Qualifications :

NSCA (CSCS) certification required.

Preferred Qualifications :

Work Conditions :

Physical Requirements : Special Instructions to Applicants : Other Information : PLU is a small, private university where caring means more than kindness and consideration — it means a bold commitment to expanding well-being, opportunity, and justice. Because PLU is a community committed to the creation and advancement of knowledge through diversity and inclusion, the university actively recruits a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. PLU is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from members of historically underrepresented and minoritized groups, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and others who would bring broadly diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds in educational, research or other work activities.

PLU offers an excellent benefits package including tuition remission for employees and their dependents, generous retirement plan, medical, dental, paid vacation and sick leave, major holidays off (including Christmas / New Year’s break and extra time off during the summer), and many other great university benefits. PLU is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program as a 501©(3) tax-exempt organization. Click here for detailed benefits information.For general application questions or if you need accommodations at any point in the application and / or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 253-535-7185 or humr@plu.edu.