Assistant Director of Sports Performance

Who we are:

The University of New Haven, founded in 1920, is a private university whose mission is to prepare students to excel and lead purposeful and fulfilling lives in a global society. The university offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate programs and has been recognized for academic excellence, nationally and internationally. In addition to its main campus in West Haven, the university has a campus in Tuscany, Italy. Learn more at newhaven.edu.

Using independent judgment and discretion,The Assistant Director of Sports Performance will instruct, demonstrate, educate and train student-athletes on the proper rules, strategies, and techniques of an effective and challenging strength and conditioning program to ensure that student-athletes are improving in their sports performance for their respective sport while reducing the risk of injury.

You will:

• Using independent judgment and discretion, instruct, educate, and train student-athletes so they are properly prepared for practices and competitions.
• Understand, comply, and abide by the rules and regulations of the NCAA, the University of New Haven, and the conference.
• Train, encourage and motivate student-athletes.
• Manage various issues with student athletes in an effective and professional manner.
• Educate, instruct, and demonstrate proper techniques, strategies and use of strength training equipment.
• Work closely with the Director of Sports Performance to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of student-athletes and then develop programs and techniques to help optimize their skill and performance.
• Assist the Director of Sports Performance in planning and organizing training sessions.
• Remain abreast of any changes in rules, techniques or equipment associated with the strength training and conditioning of student-athletes.
• Keep accurate records of players’ progress as related to performance in games and practices and use this information to help develop and train the student-athlete.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

You need:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Current certification as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) and current CPR/First Aid certifications are required for the duration of employment.
• Minimum of two years of experience involving the development and management of sport-specific individual and group strength training programs for men and women.
• Ability to teach and demonstrate the skills and strategies in an independent manner.
• Must possess a demonstrated ability to successfully coach at the Division II level.
• Strong leadership, verbal and written communication, and motivational skills.

Whats in it for you:

• Health & Welfare Programs: Employees and their eligible family members, including spouses and dependent are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Programs.
• Wellness & Fitness: On-campus Recreation and Fitness Center for employees and families; Employee Assistant Program
• Commitment to Educational Excellence: Tuition assistance for employees and eligible dependents; Tuition exchange opportunities
• Employee Discounts on products, services and educational opportunities
• Work/Life Benefits: Generous paid time off programs; progressive paid holiday schedule (including holiday break between Christmas and New Year’s); 4 weeks of parental paid leave; flexible work schedules including summer hours where applicable

*The University of New Haven is not a qualifying E-Verify employer and its use of E-Verify is limited to specific government projects. For that reason, candidates with STEM OPT authorization cannot be considered for employment.