Assistant Athletic Performance Coach

Occupational Summary:

The Assistant Athletic Performance Coach reports to the Head Athletic Performance Coach and is responsible for assisting with planning, organizing, directing, evaluating, and administering aspects of the athletic performance program. This position will coach student athletes in the principles of proper conditioning and maximizing athletic performance.

Stewardship Statement:

This position is responsible for cultivating and maintaining the institution's Catholic identity and its mission to empower graduates to transform society. As a member of the Newman community, the staff member will join with the institution's sponsors, the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC Sisters), to witness God's love in Mission to empower others, foster oneness, celebrate life, form right relationships, and walk as compassionate companions. Additionally, this position contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other faiths, cultures, or backgrounds.

Work Performed:

• Assist with all aspects of the coaching and management of a competitive NCAA Division II athletic performance program.

• Instruct student-athletes in the areas of physical health, team concepts and safety.

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of and ability to comply with all NCAA Division II, MIAA Conference, and institutional rules and regulations.

• Schedule and conduct regular strength and conditioning sessions with student-athletes to ensure student-athletes are physically prepared for competition.

• Collaborate with the Head Coaches to develop strategies to motivate maximum level of individual and team athletic performance and appropriate personal and social conduct within the mission of Newman University.

• Assist with fundraising, promotional, and public relations events within the community, including on-campus and off-campus, specifically booster club activities and community engagement/service projects.

• Complete all University-required trainings including Title IX and FERPA.

• Contribute to the overall success of the Athletics Department by performing all other duties as assigned and appropriate to the position.

Required Qualifications/Education/Experience/Skills/Training:

• Certified through a nationally recognized strength and conditioning program.

• Bachelor's degree required.

• Master's Degree preferred from an accredited college or university.

• Experience as a successful athletic performance coach.

• Must possess a valid driver's license and pass a motor vehicle check.

• Effective leadership and strong oral and written communication skills.

• Knowledge of NCAA Division II rules and regulations preferred.

• Sound human relations skills in dealing with student-athletes, university personnel, and members of the off-campus community.

• Ability to participate with fundraising within the community.

• Ability to work evenings and weekends, as necessary.

• Must be able to be certified in First aid and CPR, as required by NCAA rules.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Physical Requirements:

• Position involves both inside sedentary work and outside work on the field in coaching and training situations with student athletes.

• Demonstration of appropriate skills may involve strained muscles or orthopedic related injuries from running, jumping, throwing, kicking or hitting.

• Position requires durability.

• Health and safety factors to be considered include injuries from field/court related activities and training responsibilities.

Expectations:

Employees are expected to exhibit a high degree of personal integrity in support of the University's Mission.

As a member of the NCAA, individuals employed by or associated with a member institution to administer, conduct or coach intercollegiate athletics shall act with honesty and sportsmanship at all times so that the intercollegiate athletics as a whole, their institutions and they, as individuals, represent the honor and dignity of fair play and the generally recognized high standards associated with the wholesome competitive sports. (See Bylaw 10 for more specific ethical-conduct standards that apply to all institutional staff members and student-athletes.)

Institutional staff members found in violation of NCAA regulations shall be subject to disciplinary or corrective action as set forth in the provisions of the NCAA enforcement procedures, including suspension of pay or termination of employment for significant or repetitive violations, whether such violations occurred at the certifying institution or during the individual's previous employment at another member institution. It shall be the responsibility of the head coach to promote an atmosphere of compliance within the program and to monitor the activities regarding compliance of all assistant coaches and other administrators within the program who report directly or indirectly to the head coach (Bylaw 11.1.2).

The previously mentioned statements and summary describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel in this job.

Founded in 1933, Newman University is a liberal arts institution grounded in Catholic values and traditions, yet is respectful of all faiths. At Newman you'll find people, programs, organizations and activities designed to educate the mind and inspire the spirit. Our low instructor-to-student ratio and collaborative faculty contribute to a positive learning environment. We are a sponsored ministry of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ, US Region. We invite you to join us in our work of empowering our graduates to transform society!

Newman University is committed to hiring faculty and staff members that reflect the diversity of our region and to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees, according to all applicable equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping this commitment, it is the policy of Newman University to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, local human rights commission activity, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a qualified protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Newman University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with a disability in completing the application form or in the interview process. Please notify the Human Resources Office at (316) 942-4291, ext. 2202 or email [email protected] in advance so necessary arrangements can be made.