Job Description

Job Location: Main Campus - Marietta, GA 30060
Position Type: Full Time StaffPurpose
The Director of Student-Athlete Performance is responsible for broad supervision of strength & conditioning programming and execution, ensuring optimal efficiency and effectiveness across all sport programs. As a member of the support staff team, a sound leadership presence is required. The Director of Student-Athlete Performance performs responsibilities in alignment with the department vision of being a leading institution in performance and meaningful student-athlete experience, and consistently demonstrates valued behaviors of respect, grit, constant growth, and integrity.
Essential Job Functions
- Development of year-round, evidence-based, strength and conditioning programs for each sport program, in conjunction with the coaching staff, that enhance overall student-athlete well-being and athletic performance while modifying programs based on competitive season, training cycles, rehabilitation status, and individual athlete needs.
- Educate participants on proper lifting techniques and injury prevention, as it pertains to strength and conditioning.
- Implement performance testing and maintain quantifiable data to show improvements in student-athlete athletic performance
- Upkeep and maintenance of records on the strength program of each team and specific workouts of each individual student-athlete
- Ensure that S&C staff and programming provide a safe, cohesive, and equitable program for all student-athletes.
- Utilize current research and best practices in strength and conditioning training
- Work closely with Athletic Trainers regarding injury prevention, rehabilitation progression, and return-to-play protocols
- Oversee the safety, cleanliness, and upkeep of all S&C facilities and equipment
- Hire/terminate/manage any staff, work study, or volunteers associated with S&C/Sport Performance department
- Work closely with all university constituents to maintain effective and productive communication flows and safety operations, including emergency action plans
- Attend meetings as necessary and/or as requested by the Director of Athletics and other University constituents.
- Participate in professional development activities to maintain current certifications and industry knowledge/best-practices
- Ability to work in a high-paced environment under stress.
- Performs additional responsibilities/duties as required and performs special projects as needed or requested.
Additional Duties And Responsibilities
- Exhibit Life University Standards of Lasting Purpose
- Attitude of helpfulness and gratitude
- Manage to the best solution
- Personally commit to building relationships
- User friendly always
- Exhibit student centeredness in performance of all job duties
- Continuous, self-led leadership development is required as this is a leadership position.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Performance, or related field.
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) status from the National Strength and Conditioning Association Certification Commission.
- Minimum of three years working with athletic teams, or performance centers.
- Basic knowledge of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) standards and compliance
- CPR/AED certification
Preferred

Qualifications
- Master’s degree
- Minimum of five years working with athletic teams, or performance centers.
- Strength and Conditioning Coach Certification (SCCC) in addition to CSCS
- Experience working with multiple sports teams simultaneously
- Experience utilizing athletic performance management software
Physical Demands
- Ability to lift/carry/relocate equipment and supplies around the S&C facilities
Working Conditions
- Work performed in various locations in and around the Life University campus, including athletic fields and gymnasiums
- Weekend, evening, and holiday work may be required. Must be flexible to accommodate a fast-paced and time demanding profession