Postion: Team Coach
Posted on Oct. 13th 2024
Austin’s largest Olympic Weightlifting Club is currently seeking a part-time coach to add to our team of professionals. We are looking for energetic individuals who have a passion for helping others, are accountable self-starters, lead without ego and work well within a team environment.
All Incoming coaches will be required to complete our mentorship as an Assistant Coach (paid position) before promotion to an Austin Barbell Team Coach. Initial availability of 4-8 hours per week. Exceptional team members will have the opportunity to increase their hours based on growth. Austin Barbell offers a competitive pay rate and quarterly bonus opportunities.
Location(s): St Elmo (South Austin)
Duties include:
Coaching Group Training Classes (either alongside another team member or solo)
Interacting with members/athletes (i.e.: accountability, check-ins, goals, etc.)
General cleaning and sanitizing of spaces, surfaces, and equipment
Managing prospects and onboarding new members
Minor sales and membership management tasks
Attend weekly staff meetings
Availability to coach morning sessions
Job Requirements:
Enthusiastic and positive demeanor
Able to instruct training sessions (both personal and group)
Minimum USA Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach (L1), SafeSport, USAW Background Check, CPR/AED Certified
Ability to autonomously manage a roster of athletes of all skill backgrounds
Comfortable using technical platforms (iPad, computers, gym software, Google Sheets etc.)
Local to the Austin area, able to travel between North and South locations
Current member of USA Weightlifting in good standing
Preferred Experience:
Experience in the sport of Weightlifting as either athlete or coach (or both)
Coaching group sessions, Personal Training/Training Individuals
Possess a basic understanding of nutrition and healthy living practices
Ability to modify exercises based on individual needs
Competed in the Sport of Olympic Weightlifting
Knowledge of training program design
Sales and follow-ups
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive Pay Rate
Growth Opportunities & Ascension Plan
Paid Up-Skill Training
Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
Team Uniforms
Gym Access and Membership