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Grinnell College Head Strength and Conditioning Coach in Grinnell, Iowa
Head Strength and Conditioning Coach
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Posting Details
Position Information
Date New Hire Needed
Job Title Head Strength and Conditioning Coach
Department Athletics
Position Summary Information
Job Summary
Grinnell College is a private liberal arts college located in Grinnell, Iowa, and is ranked #11 on the U.S. News and World Report’s list of Best National Liberal Arts Colleges.
Grinnell College is a top-ranked Liberal Arts institution that values diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, intellectual freedom, and social responsibility. We seek candidates that align with these values and have the ability and desire to advance our values and belonging within our community and the communities we engage. Ideal candidates will be prepared to collaborate and contribute to the mission and values of the college across all constituencies.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Head Coach will provide comprehensive high-level strength and conditioning programming. This includes the development and implementation of programming as related to performance enhancement (strength and power development, dynamic movement, recovery, and nutrition) and injury prevention. The Head Coach will develop and maintain effective working relationships with students, Athletic Performance staff, and relevant Athletics Department personnel and perform administrative duties within the Athletic Performance. Foci will include building an inclusive culture while contributing positively to the College’s Athletic Department
Key Responsibilities
Demonstrate commitment to customer service. Establish effective relationships with
internal and external customers and respond to their needs.
Perform duties as a team member in a manner supportive of department and College
procedures, policies, and goals.
Protect the confidentiality of college information.
Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill.
Communicate in a courteous and helpful manner.
Understand and comply with the policies of the College Staff Handbook.
Comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures. Report all unsafe activities
to the supervisor and/or Human Resources.
Maintain regular attendance in accordance with department policy.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in a related field
CSCS certification is required.
Current CPR / AED certification required. Can be completed after hire.
Three years or more of work experience.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Champions Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Ability to adapt to changing situations.
Strong planning and organizing skills.
Strong individual efficiency.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in a related field
Link to Job Description Head Strength & Conditioning Coach (http://web.grinnell.edu/humanresources/ApplicantTracking/ATH_HSCC.PDF)
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FLSA Category Exempt
Staff/Faculty Staff
Employment Status Full-Time
Employment Category Regular
Posting Date
Closing Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Selected candidate must successfully pass a background check prior to first day of employment.
Open Until Filled No
Posting Number S01099
Diversity Statement
Grinnell College is committed to establishing and maintaining a safe and nondiscriminatory educational and working environment for all College community members. It is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in matters of admission, employment, and housing, and in access to and participation in its education programs, services, and activities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, religion, disability, creed or any other protected class. Discrimination and harassment on any of the bases covered by state or federal antidiscrimination statutes is unlawful and a violation of Grinnell College policy.
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