The Sports Performance Coach’s primary function is to oversee the physical development of the student-athletes at the University of Maine, while providing the safest possible environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:    

• Develop and implement year-round sports performance programs for assigned teams 

• Design and implement nutritional counseling for student athletes 

• Coordinate rehabilitation with the Sports-Medicine staff  

• Teach Olympic lifting progressions 

• Create short and long-term training prescription with coaching staff 

• Communicate student-athlete’s progress with coaching staff 

• Directly supervise strength and conditioning training for assigned teams as well as assist with additional team workouts 

• Oversee the daily operations of the Sports Performance Facility (cleaning, equipment storage) 

• Assist the Director of Sports Performance with mentoring interns 

• Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by the Director of Sports Performance. 

KNOWLEDGE & SKILL QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Bachelor’s Degree required, master’s degree in related field preferred 

• Certified through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (CSCS), or the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coach Association (CSCCA) required 

• One to three years coaching at the collegiate level required 

• Working knowledge of data tracking systems and technology for assessing training impact preferred 

• Excellent organizational, communication, and computer skills required 

• Must possess a current CPR certification at time of hire or must attain one within 1 month of the date of hire. 

• Must demonstrate knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. 

• Ability to lift to fifty pounds 
• Working knowledge of the maintenance and repair of athletic strength and training equipment and facilities.