Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning.

Located in the Valley of Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, GCU is a regionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.

Do you want to be part of an elite Division I program? Grand Canyon University’s Athletic Department is passionate about helping student-athletes achieve their highest level of excellence. The Athletic Department uses intercollegiate sport as a platform in developing our student-athletes on integrity, and personal growth.

Are you passionate about helping student-athletes achieve their highest level of excellence? Then this position is for you! Grand Canyon University is seeking a Sports Performance Coach.

What you will do:

Develop, design, implement, and administer strength training programs unique to the assigned sport(s) and to each individual student-athlete, utilizing evidence-based practices and current industry training practices.

Provide instruction to student-athletes during strength and conditioning training sessions. Use discretion and independent judgment in developing and establishing goals, rules, expectations, and motivations for assigned teams and each individual student-athlete.

Conduct appropriate pre-training sessions and pre-contest preparations and warm ups, working with qualified sports medicine personnel or athletic trainers during all training sessions and contests.

Provides nutrition counseling as needed to student athlete to enhance sports performance.

Educates student athletes in NCAA Drug Free Sport policies for assigned sport teams.

Ensure at all times that the equipment and exercises are following best practices to safeguard the student athlete and the facility.

Develop programs by evaluating current physical conditioning, having a knowledge of the various sports and associated exercises, tailoring strength programs for specific needs, demonstrating the proper performance of exercises, ensuring proper execution by student athletes for both efficiency and safety; manage programs by monitoring progress and providing an assessment of development.

Abide by and comply with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and other appropriate Conference rules, academic standards, requirements, and policies of the University, and all guidelines and policies of the Athletics department and report any concerns of compromise or violation of rules, standards, guidelines or policies to the Vice President of Athletics or the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Compliance and Administration.

Aid Sports Medicine in the rehabilitation and reconditioning of student athlete to be able to return to play after injury.

Prepare semi-annual evaluations and progress reports regarding the progress, conditioning, and training of the student-athletes for athletic management.

Implement and monitor athlete tracking systems (Catapult, Playertek).

Develop individual and team statistics.

Monitor individual and team progress.

Involvement in team practices and travel as requested.

Participate in clinics and lectures on strength and conditioning upon request.

Monitor appearance, maintenance, and organization of equipment in training facilities.

Assist in scheduling and organizing daily use of the Facility.

Assist in the evaluation and recommendation in the procurement and maintenance of all equipment.

Assist in providing continuing education opportunities for strength staff.

Responsible for updating information into GCU application database for each student-athlete served.

Contribute to the overall success of the University's intercollegiate athletics program by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What you need:

Bachelor’s degree required from an accredited 4-year university in sports or health sciences discipline, e.g. Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Movement Science or other related field.

3+ yrs experience in Sports Performance coaching in collegiate/professional sports.

Recommended participation in competitive High school or college athletics and the ability to articulate to student-athletes the benefits of sports performance training.

Possess a certification with the National Strength and Conditional Association (CSCS) or Collegiate Strength & Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa).

Has a thorough understanding of human physiology.

Ability to effectively coach, advise, and motivate student-athletes.

Knowledgeable of University, NCAA and Conference rules and regulations.

Proficiency with MS Office software and familiarity with team, game, meet management software preferred.

Valid driver’s license and clean driving record and occasionally operate University vehicles.

CPR, First Aid and AED required; Coaches’ Safety Training certifications helpful.

Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

Why work at GCU:

Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan

Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays

Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events

Free covered parking

We also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program

Free on-site gyms on campus