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SUMMARY:
The Strength and Conditioning Lead is responsible for establishing and maintaining a strength and conditioning program for all Hopkins Public Schools sports, Royal Athletic Center members, and Hopkins Community Education program participants. The Strength and Conditioning Lead creates training plans and programs using scientific principles, supervises and teaches training sessions, evaluates participant performance, as well as provides program and participant feedback. The Strength and Conditioning Lead meets regularly with coaches and the Fitness and Aquatics Program Manager to determine program offerings and collaborate with Hopkins Public Schools Athletics and Activities team for program success. The Strength and Conditioning Lead is responsible for maintaining the strength and conditioning facility, establishing policies, plans, and procedures for the safety of users in collaboration with Hopkins Community Education Facilities Use.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

• Design and implement strength training and conditioning programs in season, off season, and pre-season for all school sanctioned athletic programs, Royals Athletic Center members and Hopkins Community Education participants with scientific and research driven practices.
• Collaborate with all school sanctioned athletic program coaches, Youth Programs staff, and Athletic and Activities staff to deliver programming for all Hopkins Public Schools students during out of school time hours (Before and After School, Summer, Non School Days).
• Design and implement policies and procedures for the strength and conditioning program in accordance with professional standards with oversight for the Fitness and Aquatics Program Manager and Assistant Director of Youth Programs.
• Maintain the strength and conditioning facility to ensure a clean and well-maintained environment, not limited to but including light custodial services.
• Create and maintain a safe and welcoming environment that promotes and serves the needs of youth and Royals Athletic Center members.
• Provide general supervision of students and program participants and use systems for tracking participant attendance and progress while enforcing Hopkins Public Schools behavior expectations.
• Promotes and supports the overall mission of Hopkins School district by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment. 
• Other duties as assigned.

 
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
 
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology or related field
  • or combination of equivalent education and work experience.
• Experience and/or expertise in strength and conditioning programming for youth and adults.

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

• Driver's License.
• CPR/AED Certification
• Certified Personal Trainer

Required Knowledge and Skills
Required Knowledge: 

• Knowledge of safety protocols and regulations related to sports activities
• Knowledge and teaching skills in analysis and techniques of strength training
• District policies and procedures.
• Registration procedures for Community Education programs.
• Proficient in fitness coaching and program design.
• Support all aspects of the program and work with stakeholders on improvement in all areas.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation. 

Required Skills: 

• Ability to interact positively with students, participants, colleagues and the public.
• Strong organizational skills and effective oral and written communication skills
• Strong motivational skills and abilities
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Operating a personal computer using standard and specialized software.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities. 
• Commitment to the District mission, which is to ensure high quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected.
• Performing assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the district's established Core Values.
• Advancing the District's mission and values through careful attention to the key issues of Learning, Environment, and Resources. 

 
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
 
Ability to operate strength training equipment and sports aid equipment. Mobility to work in an office setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to sit and stand for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; reaching, squatting, climbing stairs, kneeling, and moving equipment up to 50 pounds. Vision to read printed materials and computer screens and supervise participants; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.  
 
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in various settings from indoor/outdoor
Work surfaces will vary from concrete to grass to hardwood floors
Occasional travel required to locations throughout the District.

Compensation and Schedule:

Hourly Range: $27.20 - $43.42 DOE, 110 Days
Position specific Benefits information is available HERE
Union Contracts, Position Handbook/Agreements are located HERE