Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Performance

3 weeks ago


Valparaiso, United States Valparaiso University Full time

The Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Performance provides overall leadership to the Strength and Conditioning staff within the Valparaiso Athletics Department and will lead the athletic department’s Sports Performance Team. Adherence to NCAA, Missouri Valley Conference, University policies, and legal requirements related to student-athlete well-being is a critical aspect of the position. In addition, the Assistant Athletic Director for Sport Performance will oversee the comprehensive plan for strength and conditioning and student-athlete well-being for Valparaiso student-athletes. Additionally, this position will serve as the primary sports performance coach for the men’s basketball team.

Major Responsibilities:

Develop programs for the delivery of integrated and comprehensive strength and conditioning, sport science, and nutrition services for Valparaiso University student‐athletes who participate in 18 intercollegiate sports programs, including, but not limited to:

Ensure processes are in place for appropriate Pre‐Participation evaluation and screening of student‐athletes

Ensure sport‐specific strength and conditioning and performance optimization

Provide nutrition education and enhancement and serve as a differentiator in recruiting

Develop a plan to provide mental health services that span the spectrum of care ranging from debilitating emotional distress to performance optimization

Create comprehensive rest, recovery, and regeneration strategies and initiatives

Oversee and train staff that works to prevent, evaluate, manage, treat, and rehabilitate athletic injuries – including forming relationships with team physicians and specialists who will provide world-class treatment to our student-athletes

Secondary Responsibilities:

Manage the budget for the Sport Performance Team unit

Review Weekly/Monthly CARA logs for all Valparaiso athletics teams

Work with colleagues in facilities and student-athlete experience to coordinate risk management and injury prevention efforts

In partnership with the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Experience, administer substance abuse education and institutional drug testing program

Develop, implement, and regularly review all policies and procedures pertaining to student-athlete health and performance, and monitor and ensure compliance with all policies and procedures of the NCAA, the Missouri Valley Conference, and Valparaiso University

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Master's degree in exercise science, kinesiology, health care administration, or related

Five or more years of experience working with integrated sports performance and high-level athletes

Detail oriented, organized, and an ability to work in a fast paced environment

Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with a diverse group of internal and external constituents

Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to cultural diversity and the ability to work with individuals or groups from diverse backgrounds.

All offers of employment with Valparaiso University are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks may include criminal history, motor vehicle reports, prior employment verification, and personal/professional references. If applicable to the position, background checks will also include credit history. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates for employment.

To be considered for this position you must upload:

Cover letter

Resume

List of 2 professional references

Answer all application questions

Please address the cover letter to:

Merce Poindexter, Senior Associate AD for Student-Athlete Welfare & Compliance

Valparaiso University

Valparaiso, Indiana

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