Position Details
Position Information
Posting date 03/25/2025
Closing date
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Number 1012029
Position Title Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach
Hiring Range Minimum Please Inquire
Hiring Range Maximum Please Inquire
Union Type Not a Union Position
SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status Exempt
Employment Category Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year 10
Scheduled Hours per Week 40
Schedule
Must be able to work nights and weekends to support the needs of the athletic sports teams and programs.
Location of Position
Hanover, NH
Floren Varsity House
Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only
Is this a term position? No
If yes, length of term in months.
Is this a grant funded position? No
Position Purpose
To design and implement a comprehensive, best-in-class physical preparation framework to enhance athletic performance, reduce injury risk, and sustain a culture of championship habits and behaviors within the daily training environment for assigned teams. This includes planning, coaching, administering, and programming within NCAA , Ivy League, and institutional standards. Reporting to the Director of Strength & Conditioning for Olympic Sports, the
Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach will collaborate seamlessly with coaches and the Dartmouth Peak Performance (DP2) team, leveraging interdisciplinary expertise to provide holistic support for student-athletes’ health, wellness, and development—empowering them to excel both on and off the field.
Description
Dartmouth Athletics and Recreation is recruiting for a full-time
Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach to join our team. This position supports student-athlete development by designing and implementing a comprehensive, best-in-class physical preparation framework to enhance athletic performance, minimize injury risk, and sustain a culture of championship habits and behaviors within the daily training environment, in close collaboration with our head coaches. This position will work with the
Men’s and Women’s Ice Hockey programs, as well as other team assignments based on candidate background and the needs of the department.
Reporting to the Holekamp Family Director of Strength & Conditioning for Olympic Sports, the successful candidate will collaborate seamlessly with
Dartmouth Peak Performance (DP2), leveraging interdisciplinary expertise to provide holistic support for student-athletes’ health, wellness, and development—empowering them to excel both on and off the field.
The Ideal Candidate Will Possess:
- A bachelor’s or graduate degree in a relevant field
- Certification through the NSCA ( CSCS ) or CSCCa ( SCCC )
- A minimum of three (3) years of relevant NCAA D1, pro, or Olympic experience
- Strong interest in NCAA ice hockey
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors plus 3-5 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities
- Effective leadership ability and strong communication skills, both oral and written. Enthusiastic and creative motivational ability. Demonstrated learning orientation in the area of sports performance training and protocols.
- Proficient in teaching Olympic movements, speed and acceleration techniques, change of direction, flexibility techniques and specific conditioning for male and female varsity sport teams.
- Prior experience in designing training and reconditioning programs for injured athletes.
- Demonstrate a knowledge base in various aspects of nutrition.
- Proficient computer skills with a major emphasis on Excel spreadsheets.
- Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse population.
- Minimum of three years experience working with male and female athletes at the collegiate level, including football athletes.
- Bachelor’s Degree in exercise science or a related field.
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (C.S.C.S.) by NSCA , First Aid and CPR certification preferred.
Preferred:
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in exercise science or a related field preferred.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Michelle Truncali
Department Contact Phone Number Michelle.M.Truncali@dartmouth.edu
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Michelle Truncali; Director of Strength and Conditioning, Olympic Sports
Department Contact's Phone Number michelle.m.truncali@dartmouth.edu
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy.
https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
To be fully considered for the position, please submit all materials by April 4, 2025.
A skills proficiency work sample test will be required during the interview process.
Under The Additional Documents (required), Please Upload
- List of References/Letters of Recommendation
- Proof of certifications
Please also consider uploading your Coaching Philosophy under “Writing Portfolio” (optional).
Quick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/78235
Key Accountabilities
Description
Program Development
- Works in conjunction with the head coaches of assigned teams to implement all aspects of training including scheduling, supervision, training environment, motivation, and goal setting for individual athletes and team.
- Develops and implements year-round, sport specific training programs—including resistance, cardiovascular conditioning, flexibility, agility, and speed programs—to maximize athletic performance and limit injury potential.
- Maintains “cutting edge” approach to strength & conditioning by researching literature, observing programs at other institutions, and establishing valuable professional contacts/relationships.
- Applies professional expertise to evaluate findings and develop programs to meet sport-specific needs and goals.
- Supports, communicates, and collaborates with team doctors, athletic trainers, nutritionists, and other specialists to enhance the physical development of student-athletes.
- Regularly assesses and refines programs to maximize positive results.
Percentage Of Time 30
Description
Education, Training and Evaluation
- Conducts orientation sessions for varsity athletic teams to explain and demonstrate the modalities of physical training to be used for each exercise program and the associated risk management considerations.
- Teaches and instructs Olympic movements, acceleration, agility drills, speed and flexibility techniques.
- Evaluates athletes to determine problem areas (weaknesses, imbalances, flexibility) and designs corrective programs.
- Performs testing of athletes before and after program participation. Prepares results and an evaluation for each program.
Percentage Of Time 50
Description
Communication
- Documents athletes’ workout attendance, performance and test results.
- Reports results to, and consults with, team coaches regarding the developmental progress or lack thereof for individual athletes.
- Provides continuous feedback and recommendations to coaches and student-athletes regarding program improvements and changes.
- Promotes the College’s athletic program and assists in the recruitment process by meeting with prospective student-athletes on campus and providing friendly, positive and energetic recruiting presentations and personal interactions in the weight room.
Percentage Of Time 10
Description
Professional/Staff Development
- Participates in the selection, training and supervision of strength and conditioning interns and student workers.
- Actively participates in formal and informal professional development activities, including membership in the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
- Maintains continuing education credits for certifications.
Percentage Of Time 5
Description
Facility Scheduling and Management
- Assists with the scheduling, maintenance, supervision and oversight of the varsity weight room.
- Works with the Athletic Facilities Office to schedule spaces to conduct team agility, speed work and conditioning sessions.
- Enforces adherence to weight room policies and procedures for use and risk management of all training facilities. Insures adherence to safety, cleanliness and security standards and procedures.
Percentage Of Time 5
- Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
- Performs other duties as assigned
