Assistant Athletic Director, Athletic Performance

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Job Title: Assistant Athletic Director, Athletic Performance

Department: Intercollegiate Athletics

Evaluation Group: Staff

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: Senior Associate Athletic Director

Positions Supervised: Athletic Performance Coach; Student Employee Positions

The assistant athletic director for athletic performance is responsible for the coordination and supervision of all aspects of the Athletic Performance department. This position is responsible for the development, management, and oversight of strength and conditioning programs for both male and female student-athletes participating in the intercollegiate athletic program As a member of the athletics department, the assistant athletic director will ensure compliance with all institutional, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations. 

The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and level of responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Job Responsibilities

• Manages the integration of all elements of the Athletic Performance program, ensuring alignment with strategic planning
• Prepares and manages all reports, presentations, and athletic performance resources
• Establishes and enforces department rules, responsibilities, and standards
• Designs, develops, implements, and evaluates evidence- and scientific-based strength and conditioning programs
• Teaches student-athletes proper resistance training, speed, and agility techniques as well as educating them on proper nutrition and recovery strategies
• Reduces the likelihood of injury both in the weight room and during practices and competitions by being knowledgeable of the injuries sustained in the sport and proper prevention methods
• Continually updates personal knowledge of strength, speed, power, and injury prevention training
• Develops and manages department fundraising activities
• Develops departmental strategic plan and annual budget proposals
• Communicates effectively and frequently with coaching staff regarding the health and physical development of the student-athlete which includes timely reporting and response to inquiries and assignments
• Develops a seamless line of communication with the head athletic trainer and team’s certified athletic trainer to develop effective and efficient return-to-play protocols
• Records and communicates all student-athlete injuries to the athletic training room
• Provides input on training theories and methodology adding to an expected level of excellence

Leadership and Strategic Thinking

• Communicates directly with athletic administration to ensure adequate strength and conditioning services are provided
• Oversees all aspects of Athletic Performance staff, program, and facility operations
• Develops time schedules for use of the facility by each sport team, academic classes, and individual students to minimize risk and maintain a safe working environment
• Manages budgetary expenditures for department
• Develops the Athletic Performance department’s core values and mission statement

Employee Management and Development

• Supports the mission of the University and serves as an ambassador of the Q2 culture of service excellence
• Models, supports, and holds others accountable to the University’s values
• Recruits, interviews, recommends, welcomes, observes, and monitors performance of department staff
• Sets clear performance expectations and holds employees accountable
• Conducts annual employee evaluations based on evidence, observation, and feedback
• Allocates and assigns Athletic Performance personnel to specific athletic teams
• Coordinates monthly athletic performance meetings and continuing education sessions

Job may require other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications – Required qualifications to effectively perform the job.  An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.  (Additional requirements may be designated by position.)

• Master’s Degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or a related field required
• CSCS certification through the NSCA or SCCC certification though the CSCCA required  
• Minimum of 5 years working as a strength and conditioning coach with collegiate athletes required
• CPR certification required
• Supervisory experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities – May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job competently.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures
• Knowledge in all facets of strength and conditioning
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Management and supervisory skills
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Leadership, creativity, and initiative

Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. Please click here to view Lindenwood University’s flexible work designation descriptions.

• Works with athletes in the Fitness Center
• Non-Standard Flex
• Morning and evening work is required
• Weekends and holiday work required
• Some travel required

Physical Abilities - Activities that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.  The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Physically demanding position; must be able to lift, squat, bend, stand and run
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lindenwood University is an Equal Opportunity employer. The University complies with appropriate federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities and access to educational programs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to all qualified applicants and employees.  Lindenwood University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and dedicated to providing a positive discrimination-free educational work environment.