The University of Detroit Mercy, Michigan’s largest, most comprehensive private University, is currently accepting application for the full-time position for the Director of Strength and Conditioning. Detroit Mercy is an NCAA Division I institution that sponsors 17 varsity sports that compete primarily in the Horizon League.

We are seeking a dynamic team player to join our staff that has a passion for collegiate athletics and enjoys working with student-athletes and coaches. The Director of Strength and Conditioning will develop and implement performance enhancement, conditioning, speed and agility, and strength training with an emphasis in injury prevention for all 17 sports teams.

Additionally, the Director of Strength and Conditioning will oversee two full-time staff members and one graduate assistant. All efforts will work collaboratively with our staff of Athletic trainers, team physicians & consultants with the goal of building top performing student-athletes and creating an inviting environment from a student-athlete welfare perspective.

The University of Detroit Mercy is an independent Catholic institution of higher education sponsored by the Religious Sisters of Mercy and Society of Jesus. The university seeks qualified candidates who will contribute to the University’s mission, diversity and excellence of its academic community. The University of Detroit Mercy is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer with a culturally diverse faculty and student body and welcomes persons of all races and background. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment screenings on all final candidates.

* Bachelor’s Degree required w/ Master’s Degree Preferred * Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and/or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certification (SCCC) *CPR/AED Certification *Collegiate and/or Professional Strength and Conditioning Coaching required *Injury Prevention programing and implementation *Appreciation of the student-athlete experience, being a team player on and off campus and have selfless energy for the department and well-being of the student-athlete *Embrace the importance of effective communication and solid documentation skills *Understanding of long work days and possible travel and a commitment to knowing what it takes to make a difference in staff and student-athlete’s lives *A great sense of humor and a positive outlook on life is a must

Please submit Cover Letter, Resume and a minimum of three references to Michael Miller, millerma@udmercy.edu.