Dir of Ath Perf Olympic Sports

Working independently and exercising good judgement and discretion. Collaborate with administration, Champion Performance team members, coaches and staff to serve the needs of the athletics department from an athletic development perspective. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Works as an integrative member of the Champion Performance team to support the Vision of Liberty University Athletics and Mission of Champion Performance.

Oversee all aspects of the Olympic Strength and Conditioning department including safety, procedure, protocol, hiring of staff, equipment purchases, staff development, program design, weight room design, staff education, recruitment of interns and volunteers, instruct interns and volunteers. Provide instructional expertise and direction in the areas of speed, strength, and conditioning for assigned athletic programs including pre-season, in-season, and post-season workouts.

Maintain communication with administration and/or coaching staff relative to athletic development issues. Work in coordination with nutrition and sports medicine staff to implement appropriate injury prevention reconditioning programs as needed. Remains abreast of existing and emerging technologies, processes, products and services. Maintain a working knowledge of and adherence to NCAA, Conference and institutional rules and regulations.

Provide presentation of support to athletes and parents during on-campus recruiting visits for athletic programs. Provide support, oversite, and direction for applied performance initiatives. Other duties: Perform other program duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics or the area head. Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner. Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s mission.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES   This position is responsible for supervising performance staff members, graduate assistants, interns, and student workers. QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS Education and Experience Minimum Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years of related experience at the NCAA Division I or professional level. Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or related field. Preferred Qualifications: 7 years of related experience at the NCAA Division I or professional level.

Master's degree. Licenses and Certifications:                        Minimum: At least one certification: CSCS, CSCCa or USAW. Must maintain CPR certification at all times. Preferred Pursuit of two certifications: CSCS, CSCCa or USAW                    ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB Communication and Comprehension Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well articulated information.

Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner. Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University to a variety of business and community customers and associates. Strong organizational skills. Computer and scheduling skills. Problem Solving Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.

Physical and Sensory Abilities Required to travel to local and campus locations. May be required to sit to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard. Requires physical efforts including standing, lifting, pulling, pushing and carrying light (0-15lbs.), moderately heavy (15 – 50 lbs), and heavy objects (50+ lbs). Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to weather extremes. Demands require prolonged mental concentration.

Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally. Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the campus. Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business. WORKING CONDITIONS Work Envir