Job Title Head Women's Basketball Strength & Conditioning Coach
Appointment Type Professional Faculty
Job Location Corvallis
Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary
The Department of Athletics is seeking an Head Women’s Basketball Strength and Conditioning Coach. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE ), 12-month, professional faculty position.
The mission of the OSU Department of Athletics is to Go Build Excellent, Authentic, Visionary Student-Athletes (GO B.E.A.V.S.). Oregon State Athletics is committed to creating and maintaining an environment that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and one which fosters a sense of belonging. Our goal is to encourage thoughtful and objective learning at all times. We will be intentional to recruit and retain individuals of all backgrounds and identities who will positively contribute to the success of our athletics department.
The Head Women’s Basketball Strength and Conditioning Coach assists in the organization, administration and promotion of all aspects of the Oregon State Strength and Conditioning (Athlete Development) Program.
This position specifically designs, maintains, supervises, and evaluates the Strength and Conditioning Program for Women’s Basketball and assigned Olympic sport(s) and each specialized position the sports afford.
Coaching includes instruction and athletic supervision of the athletes, program management for the specific area assigned and preparation of recommendations to the Head Coach/Director and Director of Athletics.
The Coach will adhere to the policies set forth by direct supervisors, Head Coach/Director and Athletic Director, as well as Oregon State University, the PAC -12 Conference and The National Collegiate Athletic Association
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS :
Top 1.4% university in the world
More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
217k+ alumni worldwide
For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:
Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
Retirement savings paid by the university.
A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .
Key Responsibilities
60% COACHING
Provide consultation and expert advice to Head Coach and team members regarding the progress of each student-athlete relative to their specific position for Women’s Basketball. Prepare, plan, conduct, and evaluate practice sessions, as directed. Teach individuals and groups of players’ specific tasks and skills before, during and after practice, during season and off-season. Teach progressions and drills during daily practice time. Be available to coaches and players before, during and after practices.
15% TEAM ADMINISTRATION
Plan long and short-term team objectives under the leadership of the Head Coach. Establish requirements for team members in terms of athletic progress. Encourage and participate in activities that foster an environment that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and fosters a sense of belonging for both student athletes, student workers and colleagues.
10% RECRUITMENT
Prepare and distribute recruiting information. Participate in campus visits with prospective student-athletes and their parents.
10% Facility Operations
Support daily operations of the P. Wayne Valley Sports Performance Center.
5% CAMPUS / COMMUNITY COMMUNICATION
Interact with various campus offices, departments, as well as individual faculty and staff members. Serve as guest speaker at public events on behalf of OSU Athletics. Participates in various athletics camps held at OSU facilities and has access to participants which include minors.
What You Will Need
Bachelor’s degree.
Current certification in either National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist ( CSCS ) and / or Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified ( SCCC ).
Must have a current certification in CPR , AED and First Aid.
Two (2) years of full-time (Graduate Assistant included) NCAA or Professional strength and conditioning coaching experience in the sport of Basketball with a demonstrated competency in the safe and effective development of strength and conditioning training and with the necessary training to respond to emergency situations arising from that training.
Demonstrated ability to communicate in a manner that shows respect and inclusivity for student athletes, student workers and colleagues.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
What We Would Like You To Have
Former Collegiate Student-athlete.
Two (2) Years of full-time (Graduate Assistant included) NCAA or Professional Women’s Basketball Strength and Conditioning experience
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Some evening, weekend and early morning work required.
The employee in this position will often be required to lift/carry/push/pull objects weighing 200 pounds.
Access to expensive equipment.
Will be involved in coordination of a Youth Program (camp) and may have one-on-one access to youth under the age of 18.
May have access to personal and medical information.
Pay Method Salary
Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Recommended Full-Time Salary Range Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience.
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
A resume/CV; and
A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
Attach a copy of your valid strength and conditioning certification (either CSCS or SCCC )
Attach a copy of your valid CPR / AED / First Aid Certification
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
You will also be required to answer two supplemental questions in the application process regarding your IAWP status. An Individual Associate with a Prospect ( IAWP ) is any person who maintains (or directs others to maintain) contact with a Prospective Student-Athlete ( PSA ), the PSA’s relatives or legal guardians, or coaches at any point during the PSA’s participation in Football or Basketball, and whose contact is directly or indirectly related to either the PSA’s athletic skills and abilities or the PSA’s recruitment by or enrollment in an NCAA institution. This definition includes, but is not limited to, parents, legal guardians, handlers, personal trainers, mentors and coaches. Coaches or employees at collegiate institutions may also be considered IAWPs for PSAs that they recruit. Answers to the questions must be truthful. False or misleading answers could result in termination or disqualification from eligibility for any employment at Oregon State University.
For additional information please contact: Jeff Macy at jeff.macy@oregonstate.edu
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
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OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu .
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