Assistant Sports Performance Coach

- Asst. Sports performance coach develops strength and conditioning programs for student-athletes for assigned teams adhering with the policies, rules and regulations
-Provide a consistent and high-quality training experience responsible for safety and development of the assigned sport programs
-Enables student-athletes to perform to their physical potential in their sport through the development and management of individual and group weight, strength, and fitness training programs
-Develops programs by evaluating current physical conditioning, having a knowledge of the various sports and associated exercises, tailoring strength programs for specific needs, demonstrating proper performance of exercises, correcting mistakes
-Manages programs by monitoring progress and providing an assessment of development

Promotes commitment, teamwork and develops working relationships

-Establishes rapport with and ensures open lines of communication with the coaching staff, student-athletes of all teams, and athletic training staff

-Assists in the administration of the entire program, including assisting with daily weight room practices and conditioning responsibilities

-Provides an overall positive environment for the strength and conditioning development of all student-athletes

-Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds
-Other duties as assigned

Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred. Two years of collegiate coaching experience in designated sport required. Understanding of and compliance with NCAA rules and regulations and commitment to the mission of Jesuit higher education.

Bachelor's degree and CSCS certification required; Minimum 1-2 years Experience in strength and conditioning on the university/college level;

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist ( CSCS)
Current CPR certification

Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Internet and email applications.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion . We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.