Job Description

Hopkins Athletics is a multidivisional department with 22 programs competing at the NCAA DIII level and two programs (men’s and women’s lacrosse) competing at the NCAA Division I level (BIG 10 Conference). The department also hosts a variety of robust recreational activities, including club sports, intramurals, and fitness programming.

The Hopkins Athletics department seeks an innovative and forward-thinking Athletic Performance Coach. They must operate within the framework of a best-in-class athletic department at Johns Hopkins University. Hopkins encourages inquiries from candidates who value professional and personal development and will actively contribute to a culture of diversity and inclusion within both the department and the University. Hopkins Student Affairs seeks to hire, and support the professional development of, colleagues who: are equity-minded; demonstrate a commitment to inclusion; share a keen understanding of the importance of our identity as a diverse community of learners; are poised to contribute to our efforts to support student learning and offer robust leadership development and community engagement opportunities; and can contribute to our efforts to foster student connection and a sense of belonging across our university.

The Athletic Performance Coach supports the mission and integrity of Johns Hopkins University and the Athletics Department. This position is responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive, evidence-based strength and conditioning programs tailored to their assigned NCAA programs. The individual will also contribute to implementing and supervising training sessions for the teams they assist. Adhering to the department philosophy, facility and staff schedules, equipment and facility maintenance expectations, and communication responsibilities is essential. The strongest candidates will have a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, team-based environment and a strong history of building and sustaining relationships with staff, student-athletes, and coaches.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Designs and implements sport-specific strength and conditioning programs that facilitate maximum benefits for assigned sports teams and assists when necessary for other teams noted.
• In the absence of the Director of Athletic Performance, follow the direction of the Assistant Director of Athletic Performance.
• Maintains healthy working relationships with members of the Johns Hopkins Athletics Department staff and student-athletes.
• Coordinates programming that can be implemented at practices and captain-led sessions, including warm-ups, cardiovascular training, agility, flexibility, and recovery.
• Communicates and collaborates with Head Coaches and members of the Sports Performance and Wellness team on performance enhancement, injury prevention, recovery, and conditioning best practices for assigned sports and individual athletes.
• Maintains student-athlete records and monitors progress of training programs using TeamBuildr software, Vald Performance systems, Catapult GPS & SPT GPS systems.
• Ensures proper operation of the weight room with a focus on safety/education, inclusion, and holistic growth.
• Assists the Director of Athletic Performance in maintaining accurate inventory and controlling all supplies and equipment in the weight room.
• Continues education via professional development training and/or working toward a degree in a relevant program (maintaining relevant certifications is expected).

Key Relationships

• The Athletic Performance Coach is directly supervised by the Director of Athletic Performance as a member of both the Strength & Conditioning Staff and the Sport Performance and Wellness team.
• Ability to work early mornings, nights, and weekends is required.
• Occasional travel under the direction of a supervisor may be required.

Centered on a departmental mission of “Be More,” Hopkins Athletics and Recreation is in a period of fast-paced progress and is building on its strong foundation. The department is committed to the core tenets of competitive success, student-athlete experience, and developing strong community connections within the greater Baltimore/Maryland region. This new chapter includes investments in state-of-the-art athletic and recreation facilities, innovative programming and partnerships, mental and physical well-being, and strengthening the connections between holistic student development and the professional world. Hopkins invites applicants to apply for the position of Athletic Performance Coach.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required by date of employment.
• One year of sports performance experience.
• National Strength and Conditioning Association certification is required by the date of hire.
• Current CPR/AED Certification by date of hire.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

• CSCS (NSCA) and/or SCCC (CSCCA) certifications.
• Experience as a strength and conditioning coach at the university/NCAA or professional level.
• Experience with data-tracking technology, such as Tendo Power Analyzer, Catapult Sports, and/or force plate technology.
• Familiarity with NCAA governing rules.

Classified Title: Athletic Performance Coach
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MA
Starting Salary Range: $35,600 - $62,200 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F, varies
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Homewood Campus
Department name: Sports Medicine
Personnel area: University Student Services