Job DetailsJob Location: Jersey City, NJ 07306Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 Salary/yearAbout Saint Peter’s University

Saint Peter’s is one of 27 Jesuit colleges and universities in the United States. Established in 1872, the University blends a unique learning experience shaped by rigorous academics, internships that provide real-world experience, community service, and a genuine, caring community that supports alumni long after graduation. Saint Peter’s offers more than 50 undergraduate majors as well as master’s level and doctorate program.

Saint Peter’s University’s diverse campus community, collegial and inclusive culture, and commitment to excellence, education, innovation and community engagement contribute to our success and ensures our employees flourish. The University merges quality academics, distinguished and exceptional faculty and staff, and modern facilities to engage and challenge its 4,000 students who share in the desire to shape the future through insight, intellectual exploration, discernment, and community service and engagement.

Position Title and Job Summary:

The Associate Director of Athletics for Sports Performance reports to the Director of Athletics and serves as a member of the department’s senior management team. This position supervises and coordinates the University’s sports medicine services and strength and conditioning services for a 16-sport Division 1 athletics program competing in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. This individual will also design and maintain the training room operation.

Develops all healthcare, S-A welfare, emergency action and SOP procedures and policies as well as training room regulations.

Develops the administrative policy for the sports medicine department in cooperation with the Director of Athletics.

Serves as a member of the department’s senior management team.

Supervises all operations of the training room and the strength and conditioning operations.

Implements the systems of evaluation, injury prevention, management, rehabilitation, and tracking.

In conjunction with the head team physician and/or Chief Medical Officer, oversees and manages contracts with health care providers.

Provides leadership and manages the assignments of the athletic training staff; ensuring appropriate athletic training coverage at home and away athletic events in and out of season.

The position is responsible for providing direct athletic training services to all programs to include: injury prevention, evaluation, management, and treatment of athletic injuries, short-term and long-term rehabilitation of athletic injuries, education and counseling of student-athletes, and athletics related health care administration in consultation with and under the supervision of the Chief Medical Officer, Team Physician(s) and other qualified medical personnel.

Any other duty or responsibility assigned by the supervisor

Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000

Along with a competitive salary, we provide a robust benefits package to support your health and future goals.

Benefits:

Key Benefits Include:

Paid Time Off: Paid holidays, personal days, vacation, and sick leave

Health Coverage: Health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance

Life Insurance: Employer-provided life insurance

Life & Disability Insurance: Voluntary life and voluntary disability coverage

Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with Roth and Traditional options

Tuition Remission: An attractive tuition remission policy for employees and their dependents

Additional Perks: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Voluntary Legal plan, FSA and more

The well-being of our employees is a priority for our University, and we are committed to promoting your success and well-being. QualificationsRequired Qualifications:

The Associate Director for Sports Performance is responsible for supporting the philosophy, goals and mission of the University and the Department of Athletics as well as adherence to Departmental, University, MAAC and the NCAA policies and procedures.

Candidate must have a clear understanding of NCAA rules and compliance regulations.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills combined with the ability to interact with diverse groups.

Commitment and sensitivity to the needs and dynamics of a culturally diverse student body.

Creative, innovative and self-motivated individual with the ability to work creatively in an atmosphere of limited resources.

Commitment and sensitivity to the Jesuit and Catholic ideals that form the mission of Saint Peter’s University; and willingness to integrate these ideals into all aspects of the Athletics Department.

Organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Commitment to community engagement, service, leadership development, or related work.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience developing and maintaining community partnerships.

Experience working directly with community-based organizations.

Familiarity with service-learning, civic engagement, volunteer management, or leadership development programs.

Education:

Master’s Degree required. 

Must be certified by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification (NATABOC).

Experience:

At least five years of full-time experience in intercollegiate athletics department in a supervisory role.

Working Conditions:

This position includes working nights and weekends in support of scheduled events as required.

Physical Requirements:

The position requires the ability to lift, carry, push, and move athletic training equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds. The employee must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and reach for extended periods while providing medical coverage for practices, competitions, and other athletic events. The position also requires the ability to respond quickly to on-field injuries, assist with the transportation of injured student-athletes when appropriate, and perform repetitive physical tasks associated with athletic training and sports medicine services.

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