Certified Strength and Conditioning Trainer - Sports Performance, UMKC's Kansas City Athletics

UMKC's Kansas City Athletics

The Director of Sports Performance is responsible for the oversight and daily operations of the Strength and Conditioning program with Kansas City Athletics.

Duties include but are not limited to:
* program design, guiding student-athletes through a regimen of exercises to optimize performance and decrease injury potential;
* assisting with the oversight of sport-specific conditioning programs;
* teaching proper weight-lifting, speed, agility, and conditioning techniques;
* encouraging and motivating student-athletes to train and perform to their utmost potential, scheduling athletic teams and supervising workouts of student-athletes;
* player development and assisting in the implementation of rehab and reconditioning programs prescribed by the doctors and Sports Medicine staff.
* Working in a team-oriented environment, the position will work with other Strength and Conditioning staff, sport coaches, athletic trainers and other athletic department personnel to develop comprehensive strength, speed, agility, and conditioning programs for student-athletes.

Some weekend and holiday work may be required based on specific sport seasons and team travel. The candidate will ensure compliance with NCAA, Summit League Conference, and University of Missouri-Kansas City regulations.

Coach, motivate, and design strength, speed, agility, and conditioning programs for assigned sports. Communicate with supervisor, sport coaches and Sports Medicine Staff and assist with on-campus recruiting for assigned sports.

A Bachelor's degree in related/relevant area and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

• Two to three years' experience in developing and implementing weight training programs is necessary.
• CSCS, SCCC, or NASM certification. CPR/AED certification.
• Master's Degree in Physical Education or related area is preferred.
• General nutrition background.

$52,916 to $70,500 commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity.

Open until filled, review of applications will begin immediately.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.