Director of Strength & Conditioning

The Athletics Department mission is to represent East Carolina University with distinction and create a challenging and supportive environment for student-athletes to excel in the classroom, in competition, and in life. We are committed to the highest standards of character, honesty, effort, and sportsmanship; respecting all people, their personal identities, differences and beliefs; and to provide a safe and equitable environment for student-athletes' academic, athletic and personal development. The highly visible athletics program is committed to NCAA compliance, comprehensive excellence and to be trustworthy stewards of the aspirations of our student-athletes, the resources we manage, the reputation of our University, and our mission of service.

Reporting to the Athletics Director and/or Sport Administrator designee, the individual serving in this position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties:

- Oversight and administration of all aspects of the Strength and Conditioning program with a priority on the development and well-being of the student-athlete and competitive excellence grounded on the athletics department creed (mission) and code (core values).

- Hiring, instructing, supervising and monitoring coaching staff and Strength and Conditioning designated administrative staff with the goal of full compliance with NCAA, University and conference policies, regulations and guidelines.

- Development and communication of Strength and Conditioning program rules, policies and guidelines in compliance with UNC System, University, athletics department NCAA and conference by-laws, policies, guidelines, procedures and regulations.

- Overall management, supervision, instruction and direction of student-athletes participating on the Strength and Conditioning program.

- Ensure proper budget control and fiscal management of Strength and Conditioning program in accordance with state, university and athletics department policies, guidelines and regulations and oversight of all administrative functions of the Strength and Conditioning program.

- Make appearances, perform media interviews, speaking engagements and support ECU Pirate Club activities representing the Strength and Conditioning program and ECU Athletics.

- Support and work cooperatively with Sports Medicine/Athletic Training, Sport Programs, Equipment, Student Development, Life Skills, NCAA Compliance, Media Relations, Marketing, Game Operations, etc. areas in accordance with department policies and procedures.

- Obtain prior written approval and report in compliance with university, conference and NCAA guidelines and policies, any outside activities benefits and/or pay is received. (Media appearances, personal appearances, camps and clinics, speaking engagements, commercial endorsements, etc.)

- Support and abide by University Image Standards and all athletics department branding and licensing guidelines, regulations and procedures.

- Attend Coaches meetings and additional administrative meetings as directed by Head Coach of sport program.

- Perform duties with professional conduct representing the university and athletics department and provide leadership cultivating an environment of compliance, performance excellence, respect, and student-athlete well-being.

- Comply with all applicable laws, policies, by-laws, regulations, procedures and guidelines of North Carolina, University of North Carolina system, East Carolina University, the Department of Athletics, the National Collegiate Athletic Association ( NCAA), and all applicable conferences or associations.

- Build quality relationships and work collaboratively and professionally with athletics, Pirate Club and University staff, students, and all constituencies and stakeholders.

- Perform other duties as assigned by the Athletics Director and/or Sport Administrator designee.

Bachelor's degree in exercise science or a related field is required.
Certification through the CSCCA or NSCA is required.

SCCC or CSCS are required.

CPR and First Aid certifications are required.

Qualifying degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions and conferred by the time of hire.

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Master's degree in exercise science or a related field is preferred.

Candidates must also submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae/resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Official transcript required within 30 days of employment.

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

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