Job Title: Director, Strength & Conditioning

Department: Athletics Administration

Campus Location: Main Campus

FLSA Status: Exempt/ Salaried

Position Type/ Work Schedule

• 2080 Hours per year
• 12 Months per year
• 40 Hours per week (Estimated)

About Us

Colorado College (“CC”) is a private, four-year, highly selective liberal arts college of 2,100 undergraduate students and a small Master of Arts in teaching program. It is located on a 99-acre campus adjacent to downtown, ‘Olympic City’, Colorado Springs. The campus sits on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains at the foot of Pikes Peak. The college operates an innovative curricular approach, known as the Block Plan, which entails students taking one course at a time for three and a half weeks, with the academic year divided into eight “blocks.” The Colorado College Department of Athletics sponsors 17 varsity programs. Fifteen programs compete at the NCAA Division III level and two at the Division I level. Division III programs are members of the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (SCAC), except for Men’s Lacrosse (independent) and Women’s Lacrosse (WIAC affiliate). Division I Men’s Hockey is a member of the National Collegiate Hockey Conference (NCHC) and Division I Women’s Soccer competes as an affiliate member of the Mountain West Conference (MWC).

Job Summary

Directs the oversight, development and management of individual and group strength and conditioning programs for all student-athletes participating in the College’s two Division I programs (Men’s Ice Hockey & Women’s Soccer) and 15 Division III programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop the strength & conditioning program’s core philosophy for the physical training of Colorado College’s intercollegiate athletes.
• Responsible for the performance coaching applied to specific sports programs while designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating evidence and scientific-based strength and conditioning programs. The programs may include, but are not limited to, warm-up, flexibility, speed and agility improvement, body composition management (in coordination with Registered Dietician), injury rehabilitation and return-to-play protocols in coordination with the sports medicine staff for assigned teams and programs assigned for evaluation.
• In close partnership with the Sports Medicine team, create and lead an environment that supports the health, welfare, physical and scholastic development of the student-athletes.
• Conduct administrative responsibilities that include, but are not limited to:- The hiring, supervision, and evaluation of strength & conditioning assistant coach(es).
  
  • Development, direction, evaluation and supervision of an internship program.
  • Direct management and oversight of all strength & conditioning facilities.
  • Budget oversight for strength & conditioning, and procurement of equipment in accordance with college guidelines and industry standards.
  • Development of a plan for equipment replacement.
  • The development of policies and procedures for risk management, appropriate supervision and scheduling of rooms and staff, record keeping, maintenance/cleaning, and evaluation of student-athletes.
  • Schedule and lead regular strength & conditioning staff team meetings.
  • Consultation and feedback with the senior staff athletic team as needed.
• Coordinate regular and appropriate lines of communication with student-athletes, sports medicine staff, sport coaches, and direct supervisor.
• Manage, utilize, report daily & communicate to the sport coaching staff for internal and external load data systems (Global Positioning System and Heart Rate), and recommend ways to improve practice & training management from data metrics.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA applicable rules for strength and conditioning at Division I and III levels as well as other Conference affiliated, Athletic Department, industry, and institutional guidelines, recommendations, and regulations, and ensure the safety and well-being of the student-athletes is protected at all times.
• Keep abreast of changing rules, techniques, technologies, and philosophies relevant to individual sports & strength and conditioning areas.
• Work extended hours, weekends and travel as required.
• Support and actively contribute to the goal of achieving greater diversity, inclusion and equity at Colorado College and work effectively with all members of the campus community.
• Promote a culture of safety and environmental protection by working in a safe manner; immediately reporting unsafe situations and accidents; following college procedures; and participating in appropriate safety training.
• Demonstrate environmental sustainability by using college resources wisely and supporting the college’s sustainability initiatives and innovation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in kinesiology, exercise science, physical education, health sciences, strength training or related field plus a minimum of 3 years of experience as a strength & conditioning coach at the collegiate or professional level of athletics that includes supervisory experience;
• demonstrated experience supervising the physical conditioning, weight training and weight/dietary needs of student-athletes; experience with instruction and coaching proper techniques of mobility, plyometrics, speed, agility, Olympic and traditional lifting, core training and metabolic conditioning;
• demonstrated experience working with coaches in developing sport specific programs; must have excellent communication (oral, written, presentation), planning, problem solving, negotiation, organizational, analytical and customer service skills;
• strong leadership/supervisory skills that guide the success and development of others while influencing and building work relationships among a diverse workforce at all levels;
• a passion for coaching and teaching athletes; possession of interpersonal skills to deal sensitively with a diverse population of student-athletes and staff;
• have a creative innovative approach to program development; possess computer proficiency with Microsoft Office programs;
• ability to meet established goals and work in a fast-paced environment;
• proof of certification by the National Strength & Conditioning Association as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), or by the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (SCCC or Master SCC).

Must be First-Aid/CPR/AED certified. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is insurable by Colorado College’s motor vehicle insurance carrier

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in kinesiology, exercise science, physical education, health sciences, strength training or related field; 5+ years of experience of coaching at the collegiate level;
• certified through United States Weightlifting Association (USAW) as a Level 1 Sport Performance Coach;
• experience in the management, utilization, daily reporting & communication to the sport coaching staff for internal and external load data systems (Global Positioning System and Heart Rate), and ways to improve practice & training management from data metrics.

Ice Hockey experience at the collegiate or professional level preferred.

Applicants are welcome to apply even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals with a genuine interest in the role to submit their applications. 

Application Instructions

• Application Deadline - last day to submit an application: 9/5/2025; applications will be reviewed immediately
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.  

Required documents include a cover letter, resume, and three professional references. Review of resumes will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Please contact Rich Bennett, Associate Athletics Director, Sport Performance & Well Being with questions: rbennett@coloradocollege.edu

Colorado College is an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing the diversity of its community. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, gender identity or expression, disability, or sexual orientation in our educational programs and activities or our employment practices.

In alignment with our commitment to reduce potential bias in hiring, applicants may redact any information that discloses their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from educational institutions on resumes, certifications, transcripts, or other application materials. There will be no penalties for the omission of such information.

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

• $61,727 to $74,073 per year

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time - accrual of 7.34 hours of vacation per pay period (176 hours, 22 days per year) and 4 hours of sick time per pay period (96 hours, 12 days per year)
• Paid seasonal breaks and holidays (20 days per year)
• 403(b) retirement plans where employees contribute 5% of pay and CC contributes 10%
• Tuition benefits for employee and eligible dependents
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
• Wellness benefits including free access to the sports center, swimming pool, arts and crafts, outdoor programs, and financial consultants

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Colorado College, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (719) 389-6421 or HR@ColoradoCollege.edu

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