Posted: 30-Jun-25
Location: Claremont, California
Type: Full-time
Salary: $62,920 to $64,000
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Internal Number: REQ-7356
The Joint CMS Athletics, Physical Education, and Recreation Program is comprised of student-athletes from Claremont McKenna, Harvey Mudd, and Scripps Colleges and offers a comprehensive program of regular physical education, intramural, recreational, club and varsity sports. CMS varsity teams compete in the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SCIAC) as a member of NCAA Division III. The Program is comprised of 21 varsity sports (10 men’s, 11 women’s) and supports a student population of over 3,200 and a student-athlete population of approximately 530.
BASIC FUNCTION:
The Strength and Conditioning Coach assesses, motivates, educates, and trains athletes with the primary goal of improving sport performance. Reporting to the Director of Strength and Conditioning, the Strength and Conditioning Coach independently oversees sport-specific testing sessions, designs and implements safe and effective strength training and conditioning programs, and guides athletes in nutrition and injury prevention for assigned teams. Recognizing their area of expertise is separate and distinct from the medical, dietetic, athletic training, and sports coaching fields, Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialists consult with and refer athletes to these professionals when appropriate.
Given our commitment to cultivating an inclusive educational environment, we seek candidates who can demonstrate a commitment to teaching, mentoring, and inspiring students representing a broad range of socioeconomic backgrounds, political opinions, genders, races, ethnicities, nationalities, sexual orientations, and religions.
The successful candidate will demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of the role of athletics in the liberal arts college curriculum and the integration of the student-athlete and coaching staff into the overall educational experience offered at The Colleges.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Reporting to the Director of Strength and Conditioning, the Strength and Conditioning Coach works independently and collaboratively to perform the following essential duties and responsibilities:
- In coordination with individual head coaches, develop and implement strength and conditioning programs for varsity athletic teams as assigned by the Director of Strength and Conditioning; create and direct sport-specific training techniques, focusing on strength and speed, quickness, and agility workouts. - Create and distribute annual strength and conditioning programs and maintain records of all programming, assessments, and attendance through an online strength and conditioning platform. - Demonstrate and effectively teach exercises and drills using varied teaching methods. Collaborate in the development, implementation, and continuous review of policies and procedures for strength and conditioning operations. - Assist in all aspects of strength and conditioning operations, including but not limited to student supervision, equipment maintenance and cleaning, and organization of the weight room and storage room. - Collaborate with the Internal Operations and Facilities Manager on maintenance and care of the facility and equipment. - Work extensively and mutually with the athletic training staff in athlete injury prevention and aid in the rehabilitation of injured athletes. - Complete projects as assigned by the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine, Performance, and Health, and Director of Athletics, Physical Education, and Recreation. Topics include, but are not limited to, mental health, wellness, and nutrition. - Provide expertise, guidance, training, and oversight in strength and conditioning for fitness-related programming for the campus community and student population. Comply with all rules and guidelines set forth by the NCAA Division III, CMS Athletics, and the SCIAC. Report any violations or concerns to the CMS Compliance Department. - Remain in good standing of all required training and certifications, including but not limited to concussion management, mental health resources, and sexual violence prevention. - Represent the CMS Athletic Department and Strength and Conditioning Department positively within the SCIAC, regionally, and nationally. - Other duties assigned by the Director of Strength and Conditioning. Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
QUALIFICATION STANDARDS & SKILLS:
EDUCATION: A Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required. A Master’s degree in a related field is preferred.
EXPERIENCE: A minimum of 2 years of collegiate strength and conditioning experience is required.
LICENCES: Must be NSCA CSCS, or CSCCa SCCC Certified. Must maintain annual continuing education. First Aid/ CPR/ AED certification is required. A valid driver’s license is required to drive College-owned vehicles and the ability to be insured under the College’s authorized driver’s policy.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Individual must possess knowledge, skills, and ability to be able to successfully perform the essential functions of the position, or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of knowledge skills and abilities.
- Deploy professional skills in athletics, strength and conditioning, and team building, in collaboration with colleagues, to best promote the College’s strategic interests. - Demonstrate effective, accurate, and clear communication with excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and leadership skills to supervise, facilitate, motivate, and inspire a highly diverse group of student employees. Follow all written and verbal instructions, asking questions as needed for clarification of tasks. - Operate computers proficiently with basic Microsoft Office software (such as Word, Excel, Outlook) and associated professional software such as Teambuildr or other software. Use assigned technology/devices/equipment to achieve annual goals and maintain confidentiality. - Handle all activities and highly confidential information with patience, discretion, good judgment, courtesy, and tact while working with people from a wide variety of backgrounds. - Use strong organizational and time management skills to complete work with accuracy and a keen attention to detail.
REQUIRED HOURS: The regular hours for this full-time position are at least 40 hours per week, up to 7 days per week, on a variable schedule. Holiday, weekend, and evening work hours will be required. Travel may be required. Regular hours may vary due to the needs of the College or division. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule.
CLASSIFICATION, AND STATUS: This is a full-time, 11-month, year-round, exempt, benefits-eligible position.
Supervisor – AB1825: Yes
Mandatory Reporter – CA Penal Code: Yes
Responsible Employee – Title IX: Yes
Campus Security Authority – The Clery Act: Yes
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Heavy (up to 50 lbs.). Must be physically able to demonstrate exercises as needed.
SALARY RANGE: The anticipated salary range is $62,920 to $64,000 per year. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
GROOMING AND APPEARANCE: Employees are expected to wear attire that is appropriate to the office or department in which they work.
BACKGROUND CHECK: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a full consumer background check. Certain positions will require the successful completion of a post-offer physical agility test. Employment is contingent on the satisfactory results of the aforementioned, in addition to compliance with the requirements cited in this job description.
ADA/OSHA: This job description defines the essential or fundamental job duties of this position. It is assumed that employees hired for this position can perform the essential functions of this job without imposing risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of themselves or others. It may also include marginal functions, generally defined within Title 1 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.
DISCLAIMER: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. When duties and responsibilities change and develop over time; accordingly the College reviews this job description on a periodic basis and make changes of business necessity.
AT-WILL EMPLOYMENT: Employment with the College is “at-will” meaning that the terms of employment may be changed with or without notice, with or without cause, including, but not limited to termination, demotion, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, duties, and location of work. There is no agreement express or implied between the College and you for continuing or long-term employment. While the College has every hope that employment relationships will be mutually beneficial and rewarding, employees and the College retain the right to terminate the employment relationship at will, at any time, with or without cause. The President is the only person who can modify or alter the at-will employment relationship.
Claremont McKenna College hires and promotes individuals on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding or related medical condition, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristic or information, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. Inquiries may be directed to the Director for Human Resources, 528 N. Mills Avenue, Claremont, California 91711-4015, (909) 621-8490. All applicants must complete and submit an online application to be considered for an open position.
Employment is contingent upon new employee providing documents verifying U.S. citizenship or, for aliens, documents verifying legal permission to work in the United States, applicant's acceptability for positions requiring use of a college vehicle is contingent upon a driving record acceptable to the College's automobile liability insurance. Promotion from within is encouraged whenever qualified employees of Claremont McKenna College are available. Interested employees of the College are urged to contact the Office of Human Resources if qualified for any open position. Please do not contact departments directly.
Disability Accommodations
In compliance with applicable laws ensuring equal opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability, CMC will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual (applicant or employee) with a disability if the disability affects the performance of essential job functions, unless the accommodation results in an undue hardship for the College. Employment decisions are based on the merit and not an individual’s disability.
An applicant or employee who requires an accommodation should contact the immediate supervisor and the Human Resources Office. If multiple accommodations are identified that do not pose an undue hardship for the College, the selection of an accommodation will be at CMC’s discretion. To request disability accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (909) 621-8490 or hr@cmc.edu for assistance.
