Intercollegiate Athletics Director Of Athletic Performance Job Listing at University of California in Irvine, CA (Job ID 70082)

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Job Opening ID: 70082 Reports To: Associate AD Health, Wellness & Sports Performance  Working Title: INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS DIRECTOR OF ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE Department: IA Administration Bargaining Unit: 99 FLSA: Exempt Payroll Job Code: 009459 Job Location: UCI Campus- Irvine Percent of Time: 100% Work Schedule: M-F, 8-5, varies with sports Employee Class: Staff: Career
  Position Summary: The mission of Intercollegiate Athletics at the University of California, Irvine is to facilitate and enrich the education and personal growth of its students through their participation in competitive NCAA Division I athletics. Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to the welfare of student-athletes and staff, and advocates an environment that promotes excellence in athletic and academic performance, sportsmanship, diversity, and gender equity. Intercollegiate Athletics also supports the University of California's mission of public service and serves to generate a unifying spirit among students, faculty, staff, and alumni that transcends communities, cultures, and generations. (https://ucirvinesports.com/)   It is the responsibility of the Associate Director of Athletic Performance to design, organize, implement, facilitate, oversee, and evaluate all facets of the strength and conditioning program to promote the overall success of the student-athletes. This includes education, healthy physical activity monitoring, athletic competition, teamwork, overall personal growth, and supervisory components. This position will work closely with other areas of the athletic department including, but not limited to, sports medicine, compliance, and team coaches. A successful candidate will also work collaboratively with relevant constituent groups. The director must have a commitment to the philosophy of providing a competitive Division I program that emphasizes integrity and the educational welfare of its student-athletes and strives for athletic excellence within the University's mission. Regular duties include overall Athletic Development and strength & conditioning of the 18 Varsity teams, implementing year-round training programs for the student-athletes on each team based on the physiological needs of that sport, overseeing assistant coaches, interns, and volunteers, and being responsible for the scheduling of training sessions. The Director will work closely with the Sports Medicine staff, as well as the head sports coach to develop injury prevention programs and rehabilitation programs, as well as work in conjunction with the sports coaches to provide information on nutrition, and supplementation to all student-athletes. The incumbent must follow the athletic philosophy consistent with that of the UC Irvine Athletic Department and a commitment to diversity in all its forms. The incumbent must possess strong knowledge of human physiology, be able to demonstrate a wide variety of exercises including Olympic lifting techniques and have basic knowledge of compliance with all NCAA regulations.
  Total Compensation:
In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits. The expected pay range for this recruitment is $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 (Annual Salary). The Full Salary Range for the salary grade this position is assigned to is $73,900.00 - $133,700.00 (Annual Salary).
  Department Website:
https://catalogue.uci.edu/informationforadmittedstudents/intercollegiateathletics/
  Required:

• Minimum 5 years in athletics in positions of progressive responsibility. 
• Advanced degree in related area.
• NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or CSCC's Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) license required
• Professional certification required.
• Solid knowledge of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), regional conference, or national governing body policies & procedures. 
• Demonstrated experience supervising programs involved in the prevention, care, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. 
• Solid knowledge of therapeutic techniques and injury management along with human resource-related policies and procedures. 
• Demonstrated skills needed to analyze existing systems, programs and procedures and implement improvements. 
• Decision-making, analytical, problem solving, organizational, leadership and verbal and written communication skills. 
• Computer skills in programs related to job duties. 
• Must maintain current knowledge of applicable rules and standards of the affiliated athletic regional conference, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), National Strength & Conditioning Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NSCA), Collegiate Strength & Conditioning Coach Association (SCCC), or national governing body as well as other associations and agencies to which the campus adheres and, at all times, avoid any and all violations of these rules and standards.

• Knowledge of campus goals and objectives associated with the athletic and recreation programs. 
• Knowledge of electronic medical records systems.
• Minimum 5 years in the field of Sport Performance Management
• Demonstrated experience in leading change management
   

• Prior supervisory experience required
   

Conditions of Employment
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu