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Assistant Sports Performance Coach (Strength and Conditioning)

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 28 May 2025

About the role

Assist Head Sports Performance Coach with all facets of strength and conditioning program, primarily by: instructing student-athletes on strength and conditioning skills and techniques, educating on strength and conditioning rules and NCAA requirements, assessing comprehension of skills, techniques and rules and providing additional instruction as appropriate, and preparing team for competition and practice. During period of appointment, this position will report to Head Sports Performance Coach, and will be assigned to sport programs tbd. Assistant coach must perform duties in compliance with all College, Patriot League, and NCAA rules and regulations. Major Areas of Responsibility

Assist in designing, instructing and supervising student athletes in the following:
Proper techniques of strength training movements
Energy system development prescriptions
Speed and power development
Testing and evaluation protocols
Mobility and flexibility methods
Nutritional education
Collaborating with strength and conditioning staff, sport coaches, athletic training staff and athletic administration:
Work in conjunction with athletic training staff and team physicians to promote student-athlete well-being and effective rehabilitation and treatment for injured student-athletes
Take part in weekly strength and conditioning staff meetings.
Educate and collaborate with individual sport coaches regarding appropriate training load, pre-competition meals, appropriate warm ups and team cultural alignments
Assist coaches in communications with prospective student-athletes regarding strength and conditioning methods and practices
Assist in the training and supervision of student interns and fellows
Create and maintain proper records and databases
Assist in all operations and maintenance of strength and conditioning equipment
Assist in all facets of nutrition station maintenance

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in related field required
Master’s degree preferred
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist certification (CSCS) or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC)
2-3 Years prior experience in strength and conditioning, preferably at the collegiate level
Basic computer skills with Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint, etc.
Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills required

Core Competencies

Relationship building skills; understanding the importance of empathy and service in the engagement with all members of the community
Instructional/teaching skills; understanding of a variety of instructional methods
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
Flexibility and reliability; position requires travel, work on nights and weekends.
Understands risk management and works in conjunction with Sports Medicine to uphold health and safety standards in the conduct of all activities
Strong teamwork and team facilitation
Supports departmental efforts through collaborative measures and sharing knowledge with others
Understands, values and respects diversity and fosters an inclusive and supportive environment

DisclaimerThe description above represents the most significant duties of this position but does not exclude other occasional work assignments not mentioned, the inclusion of which would be in conformity with the factor degrees assigned. Additional information:This is a full time exempt level position. The College is committed to providing competitive market pay for its employees. The College also offers a competitive benefits package for full-time staff, including:

10% College contribution to the 403(b) Retirement Plan (1 year wait waiver available)
Condensed summer 4-day work week
Tuition & Education benefits
Wellness programs & ongoing Training and Development opportunities
Generous paid time off

The College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and complies with all Federal and Massachusetts laws co