BOARD OF EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202

RECRUITMENT BULLETIN #20-417
STRENGTH & CONDITIONING COACH
BUFFALO ATHLETICS
JUNE 11, 2021

POSITION:  The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Kriner Cash, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of:
 

SUMMER STRENGTH & CONDITIONING COACH (VARSITY) – ALL BPS HIGH SCHOOLS:

BUFFALO CULINARY, BURGARD, CITY HONORS, *DAVINCI, EAST, EMERSON, HUTCH TECH, I- PREP, LAFAYETTE, LEWIS J BENNETT, MCKINLEY, *MIDDLE EARLY COLLEGE, MST, OLMSTED, PERFORMING ARTS, *RESEARCH LAB, RIVERSIDE & SOUTH PARK

JOB SUMMARY:  
Facilitate individual and team strength and conditioning workouts designed to improve speed, muscle mass, coordination, power, flexibility and muscular strength and endurance. Strive to achieve every student-athletes personal goals and development, while incorporating safety protocols in the weight room.

APPLICATION: Candidates must complete an online application at www.buffaloschools.org

Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. If you do not receive a confirmation email, we cannot guarantee that your application was received. You must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email.

CERTIFICATIONS:

In accordance with the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education Section 135.4:

Potential candidates must meet the first aid/CPR requirement prior to starting to coach.
 

A person who holds a valid certificate to teach physical education may coach any sport in any school, but first must meet the first aid/CPR requirement prior to coaching.

Other Certified Teachers and Non-Teacher Coaches must complete one of the two pathways within the specified time frame:

1. New York State Coaching Certification program offered by Erie 1 BOCES or
2. NFHS NYS Specific Second Pathway Process

More information can be found here: http://www.section6.e1b.org/domain/123

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required)

One-year strength and conditioning experience preferred, preferably working with adolescence and young adults. Experience working with varied fitness levels and ages preferred. Coaching experience preferred. Experience working with adolescents in an educational setting preferred.

Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents, and students.
 

Candidates must be employed by the Board of Education in accordance with Article XII-G of the Master Contract between the Buffalo Board of Education and the Buffalo Teacher’s Federation.


SUPERVISOR: Athletics Director and Building Principal or Principal Designee


ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Adhere to the NFHS Coaches Code of Ethics.
2. Models professional practices at all times.
3. Assume responsibility for the philosophy and teachings of the entire strength and conditioning program.
4. Collaborate with head coaches to develop conditioning programs.
5. Design and implement strength and conditioning programs for all male and female sports.
6. Design sport specific programs for weight training, conditioning, flexibility, and /or rehabilitation to meet the needs of student-athletes in their assigned sports.
7. Implement record testing programs to determine effectiveness of development.
8. Works with student-athletes to proactively prevent injuries and assist with injury rehabilitation.
9. Ensures proper supervision in the weight room, including instruction in lifting technique of training with free weights and Olympic Lifts, as well as safety and spotting procedures.
10. Create daily standard operating procedures.
11. Ensures proper maintenance, repair, and cleaning of equipment.
12. Attend meetings called by the Athletic Director or Building Principal.
13. Adhere to all BPS policies and procedures outlined in the NYS Commissioners regulations, NYSPHSAA and Section VI.

OTHER DUTIES:

1. Performs any other related duties as assigned by the, Athletic Director & Principal or other appropriate administrator.


SALARY:     As per the current BTF contract.


FUND #:         Pending funding
 

FINAL DATE
FOR FILING:         JUNE 25, 2021