Youth Strength and Conditioning Trainer

Lili’uokalani Center (LC):
Informed by a deep understanding of the adolescent experience and grounded in Hawaiian culture, the new LC will provide Hawaiian youth with opportunities to connect to peers and mentors, receive supportive services, and discover pathways to passion, purpose, and prosperity. LC will be LT’s signature youth development hub for culture, creativity, technology, and play, and will serve as a resource center where youth can connect to vital support and a vibrant community. LC will be a safe space located in urban Honolulu where youth are inspired to pursue their dreams, including exploring pathways in the arts, sports, technology, and entrepreneurship while receiving wraparound support to help them reach their goals and become thriving adults. A primary function of LC will be to provide a space for young people to play, to learn, to find connection and inspiration, and to experience joy.

Currently under construction, LC is set to open in Spring of 2025.

Job Purpose
The Youth Strength and Conditioning Trainer is responsible for coordinating and facilitating all strength and conditioning training in the weight room. This role focuses on developing and implementing training programs tailored to the needs of the participating kamaliʻi, promoting physical fitness, and ensuring the safety and effectiveness of all activities. The ideal candidate will have a passion for youth development, a strong background in fitness training, and the ability to inspire and motivate young athletes.
Essential Responsibilities

1. Program Development & Implementation:

• Design and implement strength and conditioning programs for kamaliʻi of various age groups and fitness levels.
• Tailor training sessions to meet the specific needs and goals of kamaliʻi or teams, focusing on improving athletic performance, strength, endurance, and overall fitness.
• Ensure that all training programs are age-appropriate, safe, and align with best practices in youth physical development.

2. Training Facilitation:

• Conduct and supervise daily strength and conditioning sessions in the weight room.
• Provide instruction on proper exercise techniques, form, and equipment usage to prevent injuries.
• Monitor kamaliʻi during workouts, offering guidance, encouragement, and corrective feedback as needed.
• Collaborate and coordinate communications with external strength and conditioning focused partners/coaches that will provide instruction at LC.

3. Safety & Equipment Management:

• Maintain a safe and clean weight room environment, ensuring all equipment is in good working condition and properly organized.
• Conduct regular safety checks and report any equipment issues or safety hazards to the appropriate personnel.
• Enforce all safety guidelines and protocols, ensuring that all kamaliʻi adhere to the rules and use equipment correctly.

4. Youth Engagement & Motivation:

• Build positive relationships with kamaliʻi, fostering an environment that encourages participation, personal growth, and self-confidence.
• Develop strategies to engage and motivate kamaliʻi, promoting a lifelong interest in fitness and health.
• Address any behavioral issues or conflicts in a supportive and constructive manner.

5. Collaboration & Communication:

• Work closely with coaches, teams, and other LC staff to coordinate strength and conditioning programs that complement other sports, activities, or programs.
• Communicate effectively with kamaliʻi, ʻohana, and LT/LC staff regarding training schedules, goals, and progress.
• Provide regular updates and reports on program participation, outcomes, and any areas of concern.
• Build a strong relationship with NLOK members to provide program support.

Other duties:

• Contribute to the Trust’s success by accepting new assignments, helping team members, learning new skills, and striving to improve team and organization results
• Evening and weekend hours required as needed
• Others as needed and assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (in sports medicine, kinesiology, or similar) or minimum of 4-5 years of experience in strength and conditioning training, preferably with youth or adolescent athletes.
• Certification as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or equivalent (required).
• Strong knowledge of exercise physiology, strength training techniques, and injury prevention.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Capacity to perform frontline work in a variety of settings (schools, public spaces, office, distressed communities, etc.)
• Comfort with youth work, particularly engaging with vulnerable youth
• Benefits include professional development and a safe and caring environment to support personal growth

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to demonstrate exercises and techniques, including lifting weights and performing physical activities.
• Capacity to stand, walk, and move around the weight room for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and move equipment, up to 50 pounds.

LT strongly believes in hiring individuals reflective to the community it serves, including lived experiences, striving for representative diversity among its staff.

Key Required Competencies

• Aloha: awareness and approach to the work with compassion, empathy, and kindness.
• ‘Imi Na’auao: a constant desire for seeking knowledge; lifelong learner.
• Po’okele: desire to perform in excellence.
• Wiwo’ole: maintain a courageous, brave, and fearless mindset.
• Pono: understand the appropriateness of time, place, reason, people, and tools
• Kuleana: bring a deep sense of responsibility and accountability

Organization Competencies

• Alignment with Queen’s legacy: Understanding and appreciation of Queen Liliuokalani’s story, her legacy and the Hawaiian Culture is foundational to staff’s commitment to working with our Hawaiian children, families and communities. Demonstrates respect for and appreciation of Hawaiian values history, and culture, understanding its implication in one’s work, in fostering meaningful relationships, and in embracing the community served.
• Ho'omau i ka 'imi Na'auao (Continuous Learning and Improvement): Committed to creating and reinforcing an environment of continuous learning and improvement.
• Ho'ike i na Mana'o Pono (Effective Communication): Communicates with those we serve and each other in a consistent manner that results in mutual understanding, harmony, and action.
• No'ono'o loi (Critical Thinking and Problem Solving): Actively and skillfully understands, conceptualizes, applies, analyzes, synthesizes, and/or evaluates information and develops and supports fact-based analyses and recommendations
• Ho'o kumu a'e or 'Imi hakuhia (Innovation): Identifies and integrates creative ideas into new or existing services and promotes effective problem-solving.
• Pilina Ho'ohana a me ka Hana Hilina'i (Building Relationships and Creating Trust): Manages relationships to create optimal opportunities and move the organization forward.
• Alu Like I ka Hana (Teamwork): Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others throughout the organization in alignment with the organization's objectives.
• Ho'onui I ka 'Ike (Capacity Building): Encourages personal growth by exhibiting trust and a belief in the capacity of others.

Job Title: Youth Strength and Conditioning Trainer Reports to: ʻŌlino Pathways Coordinator, Sports
FLSA Status: Part Time Non-Exempt Aligned Executive: Vice President and Chief Program Officer
Kipuka: Lili’uokalani Center Department: Lili’uokalani Center

SALARY RANGE ADVERTISED IS THE HIRING OR STARTING RANGE FOR THE ROLE.

Terms and Conditions of Employment

As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to LT’s policies and procedures.