About this role
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.



Work Shift:
8 Hours - Varied Shifts (United States of America)


Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40


Compensation:
Salary Range: $27.50 - $44.00




Union Position:
No


Department Details
Summary
Build and manage a comprehensive program, implementation and supervision of student athletes of various ages and skill levels, specific to organizing, administering and leading a year-round high school program with sole responsibility of outcomes and programming.
Job Description
Responsible for the care and programming of clients or athletes with complex medical needs within a defined school district. Efficiently manages time and responsibilities within school district. Represents Sanford Sports Performance and the administration in a positive and professional manner. Responsible for positive relationships with high school principals, athletic directors and coaches, athletes and parents. Builds training schedules for high school facilities within the framework and constraints of school district guidelines.
Provide instruction and demonstration of correct Olympic lifting technique, along with other strength, speed development, agility and plyometric exercises while applying them in a periodized framework. Provide instruction and demonstration of appropriate dynamic warm up, mobility and stability exercises based on individualized athlete needs.Thorough understanding of the physiological basis of exercise and the ability to program/instruct according to the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and USA Weightlifting (USAW) guidelines.
Ability to administer and interpret SCORE testing assessment for pre/post evaluation of athletic readiness. Complete SCORE testing report and deliver results to athlete/parents. Incorporate sport timing systems for all large group and team SCORE testing. Work with Sanford Physical Therapy staff to incorporate SCORE pro biomechanical assessment results into individualized athlete performance programming.
Ability to administer and interpret results for submaximal cardiovascular and fitness assessments. Collaborate with appropriate Sanford departments as required; such as but not limited to, Sanford Sports Performance Lab, Sanford Sports Performance Physical Therapy, Athletic Training, Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Physician groups, to gather accurate and reliable athlete testing data for use in research. Assist with collection and computer entry of accurate athlete testing data. Maintain an accessible record of all written and electronic athlete performance programming. Responsible for safety, maintenance and cleanliness of the weight room, equipment and overall facility.
Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. A team minded professional who embraces growth and challenges. Ability to work in individual, small group and team settings. This role has minimal to zero oversight of their direct leader with the primary decision authority falling on this individual in guidance and alignment of local school district officials. Communication and oversight reporting will align to overall Sanford Sports Performance guidelines and direct leader approval. Will attend monthly team meetings via remotely or physically at Sanford Sports Performance facility.
Qualifications
A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a field of exercise science, kinesiology, health, physical education, recreation or other closely related discipline is required.
Master's or advanced degree, in one of the identified bachelor's degree areas is preferred.
Minimum of seven to ten years' experience in the field required.
Certification in one of the following areas is required at date of hire: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA).
Additional USA Weightlifting certification preferred.
CPR/AED certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six weeks of employment.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [email protected].