Sarbanes Oxley Director jobs in South Dakota

Position:           Director of Strength and Conditioning

Classification:    Full-time/Exempt, 12-month

Department:     Athletics

Reports To:       Director of Intercollegiate Athletics

The University of Sioux Falls is a private Christian University offering a positive, collegial work environment and a strong benefit and compensation package. Generous benefits include but are not limited to health insurance, employer HSA contributions, tuition remission, vacation, sick, holiday, and emergency benefit leave in the full-time employee compensation package. 

POSITION SUMMARY

The University of Sioux Falls Athletic program seeks a qualified individual for a full-time Director of Strength and Conditioning to help in all phases of a successful athletic program. USF is a member of NCAA Division II and the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.

MAJOR FUNCTIONS

Strength and Conditioning

The Director of Strength and Conditioning would be responsible for the strength and conditioning program at the University. Together with full-time assistants and other part-time coaches, a successful candidate would work with over 500 student-athletes in 19 NCAA DII sports, making sure the student-athletes are trained, using best practices and safe techniques in an organized, well-managed program. The candidate would coordinate and implement, plan, and manage all in-season and out-of-season player development and strength conditioning, including both team and individual programming. The candidate would also work to implement all aspects of training, including scheduling, technique training, and goal setting. The candidate would adhere to USF, Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference, and NCAA DII rules and regulations. The position would include supervision of additional strength coaches, work cooperatively with coaches, athletic training, and report directly to the Athletic Director. 

Administrative

Administrative duties include record-keeping, scheduling, policy and procedures, and communication with coaches, athletic trainers, student-athletes, and administrators. Coordinate budget needs under the supervision of the Athletic Director. Serve as the liaison of the athletic complex, perform facility monitoring, and report maintenance and other repair needs to appropriate departments.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or related field.  Master’s Degree preferred.
• 5 years of Strength and Conditioning experience. Collegiate level preferred. 
• Current certification through a nationally accredited strength and conditioning certification program (National Strength Coaches Association and Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association are both accredited)
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certified
• Commitment to the Christian mission of the University.
• Highly organized and detailed, innovative and adaptable, with the ability to think globally while attending to specific details, solving challenges, and addressing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.   
• Demonstrate excellence with strong written, oral, and spoken communication 
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate experience working with student-athletes from varying backgrounds, ethnicities, and genders. 
• Dedicated professional with an understanding of the time and dedication needed to work with a DII athletic department. 
• Ability to work well and be productive with a diverse group of people and as a part of a team
• Weekend, early morning, and possible evening work necessary for success in the position. 
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; ability to sit at a workstation for extended periods.
• Ability to successfully pass required background check. 
• Proficient with desktop computer, Microsoft Office Suite, and other software as needed for the position. 
• Travel is necessary, and a valid driver’s license is required.

The preceding job announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

APPLICATION 

Applications will be reviewed beginning immediately. Qualified applicants should send a letter of interest, resume, and names and contact information for a minimum of three professional references.

NO TELEPHONE CALLS.  For all resumes received, if there is interest in your candidacy, USF HR Office will contact you. 

The University of Sioux Falls is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.