POSITION #359-EXC-10-25:

Strength & Conditioning Coach

Wenatchee High School

Stipend: $4,947 - $7,604 per season

*Stipends will be prorated on coaches availability to fulfill all coaching commitments

A Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) at a high school designs and implements science-based training programs to improve athletic performance, reduce injuries, and teach lifelong fitness skills. The role is focused on working with student-athletes in a safe and positive environment and requires strong collaboration with coaches and athletic trainers.

Key duties and responsibilities

Program design and implementation: Design and lead strength and conditioning programs for all school-sanctioned sports. These programs should address the needs of athletes both in-season and off-season.
Athlete supervision and coaching: Supervise training sessions to ensure proper technique, safety, and equipment usage. This includes demonstrating exercises correctly and providing motivation to athletes.
Collaboration: Work closely with sports coaches, the athletic director, and the sports medicine or athletic training staff. This includes developing sport-specific goals and assisting with the rehabilitation of injured athletes.
Facility management: Ensure the weight room and training facilities are well-maintained and operate safely. This includes creating and enforcing facility policies and procedures.
Administrative duties: Maintain accurate records of athlete attendance and progress. The coach may also be responsible for managing the program's budget and preparing annual proposals for equipment needs.
Needs analysis: Conduct an annual needs analysis for each sports team to determine how to best improve their strength and conditioning programs.
Risk management: Implement a departmental risk management plan to minimize liability and ensure a safe training environment for all students.
Extracurricular involvement: In some high schools, a strength coach might also be responsible for instructing physical education classes or supervising a strength and conditioning club for students.
Student development: Help reinforce expectations for student-athlete conduct that are consistent with the school's overall code of conduct.
Nutrition and recovery education: Provide general guidance to athletes on proper nutrition and recovery methods that support athletic performance.

Required qualifications

Education: A Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or a related field is typically required. Some positions may prefer or require a master's degree.
Certification: Hold a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). This certification is widely recognized as the industry standard.
Experience: Previous experience designing and implementing strength programs, preferably with a high school population, is essential. Experience as an assistant coach or intern is also valuable.
Safety credentials: Possess current certifications in standard first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillation (AED).
Knowledge and skills:
Strong knowledge of exercise physiology, biomechanics, and periodization.
Expertise in strength training techniques for high school athletes.
Exceptional organizational, communication, and motivational skills.
Open Until Filled
UNION AFFILIATION: This position is represented by the Extra-Curricular Employees Association.
BENEFITS: This position does not qualify for health insurance or paid leave benefits.
https://www.wenatcheeschools.org/hr/collective-bargaining-agreements
Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility prior to working.
Disclosure Statement and Record Check: Pursuant to Chapter 486, Washington Laws of 1987, the recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating whether he or she has been convicted of crimes against persons listed in the law. In addition, a background check, based on fingerprints, will be requested from the Washington State Patrol & FBI. Employment is conditional based upon completion of the record check.
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
The Wenatchee School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator, Title IX Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, HIB Compliance and Gender Inclusive Schools Coordinator: Eric Anderson, Executive Director of Learning, Teaching, and Schools, Anderson.eric@wenatcheeschools.org, 235 Sunset Ave. Wenatchee, WA 98801, 509 663-8161 You can report discrimination and discriminatory harassment to any school staff member or to the district's Civil Rights Coordinator, listed above. You also have the right to file a complaint (see below). For a copy of your district’s nondiscrimination policy and procedure, contact your school or district office or view it online here: Policy 3210 and Procedure 3210P
DECLARACIÓN DE NO DISCRIMINACIÓN
El Distrito Escolar de Wenatchee no discrimina en ningún programa o actividad por motivos de sexo, raza, credo, religión, color, origen nacional, edad, condición de veterano o militar, orientación sexual, expresión de género, identidad de género, discapacidad o el uso de un perro guía entrenado o un animal de servicio y brinda igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados. Los siguientes empleados han sido designados para manejar preguntas y quejas de supuesta discriminación: Coordinador de Derechos Civiles, Oficial del Título IX, Coordinador de la Sección 504, Coordinador de Escuelas Inclusivas de Género y Cumplimiento de HIB: Eric Anderson, Director Ejecutivo de Escuelas, anderson.eric@wenatcheeschools.org, 235 Sunset Ave. Wenatchee, WA 98801, 509 663-8161
Puede denunciar la discriminación y el acoso discriminatorio a cualquier miembro del personal de la escuela o al Coordinador de Derechos Civiles del distrito, mencionado anteriormente. También tiene derecho a presentar una queja (ver más abajo). Para obtener una copia de la política y el procedimiento de no discriminación de su distrito, comuníquese con la escuela o la oficina del distrito o véala en línea aquí: Política 3210 y Procedimiento 3210P
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

359-EXC-10-25 Strength & Conditioning Coach @ WHS