Job Summary:
The Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach will serve as a fitness content expert and provide management and programming for an innovative, dynamic, and collaborative effort to promote a culture of integrated well-being. This position will be responsible for continuing the growth, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive movement and exercise programs. This position will serve as the primary strength and conditioning coach for 58 club sports and work closely with colleagues to market and evaluate movement experiences and programs. This position provides direct supervision to a team of student employees. The Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach reports to the Director of Mueller Center, RecWell and Club Sports.
Who we are:
Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is the first technological research university in the United States. We bring creativity, science, and technology together to address society's greatest challenges. We cultivate exceptional problem-solvers by immersing them in a culture of rigorous inquiry, disciplined practice, and hands-on application. Our strategic plan, RPI Forward, charts a pioneering course for the next era of RPI. Explore the RPI Forward plan. ︎
Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, RPI is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world.
With top notch employee health and retirement benefits, Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program, tuition remission, and opportunities for career growth.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or related field from an accredited institution
- One (1) or more years experience working as a coach, assistant coach, or intern in the field of strength and conditioning
- One of the following:
- NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist certification
- NSCA Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach certification
- CSCCA Strength & Conditioning Coach Certified certification
Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or related field from an accredited institution
- Experience training athletes of all abilities in a variety of sports
- CSCCa – SCCC certification
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of strength training, speed, agility, flexibility, and cardiovascular conditioning
- Knowledge of NCAA regulations and guidelines
- Demonstrated ability to motivate a variety of student-athletes
- Ability to initiate, develop and maintain contacts appropriate to an effective strength and conditioning program
- Ability to convey a clear and concise message while communicating, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
- Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet established goals and objectives
- Ability to anticipate and solve problems
Representative Job Duties:
- Develop and implement an integrated health and wellness program model associated with strength and alternative options to increase the overall health and well-being of the campus community. Design and implement strength and conditioning programs for club sport teams, general student population, faculty, staff and other permitted to use the Mueller Center. Collaborate with Club Sport Athletic Trainer to develop rehabilitation programs for club athletes and with campus appointed medical director to assist individuals with specific health related needs to achieve lifestyle and fitness goals.
- Serve as a subject matter expert by creating educational content and seminars on strength, conditioning, and wellness for students, faculty, and staff interested in learning more about general fitness.
- Provide management, marketing, and evaluation of a comprehensive fitness program aligned with RecWell’s eight dimensions of well-being. Expand Lift & Learn program for the general population, combining structured strength training sessions with brief educational components.
- Work with Assistant Director, Fitness and Enrichment to expand group fitness opportunities to include dynamic weekly classes as part of the semester offerings. This includes the facilitation of strength-based classes hosted in the weight room.
- Assess and evaluate programs using KPIs and both quantitative and qualitative data; prepare quarterly and annual reports with recommendations.
- Supervise and monitor performance of student employees assigned to the Mueller Center weight room.
- Recommend program related purchases, including fitness equipment, and assist with annual budget projections.
- Build and sustain strong relationships with students, staff, faculty, and community partners to advance a culture of integrated well-being.
- Design all phases of training for club sports; including daily/weekly training sessions, assessing and evaluating athletes’ physical performance, tracking progress, and adjusting programs accordingly. Provide education workshops that allow participants to practice movements, ask questions, and receive coaching feedback. Including incorporating nutrition into all aspects of the strength program including club sport athletes, students, faculty and staff.
- Facilitate and teach weekly fitness classes as part of the semester offerings. Examples include: TRX workout, Circuit Training, Strength & Sculpt, and Functional Training.
- Maintain relevant wellness certifications to expand wellness programming for the general campus populations (ex: NASM-CNC, NBC-HWC).
- Other duties as assigned.
Shift:
Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required
Travel:
Local travel between campus locations only
Driving:
Incidental driving possible, but not required
Starting Salary/Rate:
Expected hiring range: $62,354 / yr
Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.
Application instructions:
Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.
If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact [email protected].
Job Posted Date:
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Total Compensation and Benefits Information:
Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is committed to the cultivation of a community that is welcoming, inclusive, and above all values learning. We welcome candidates who bring a variety of perspectives to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's work and campus communities. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law.
