Assistant Coach

Buffalo State University; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffalo State University is seeking a Strength and Conditioning Coach to lead comprehensive training for its student‑athletes. The role includes running practices, ensuring the Varsity Weight Room and equipment are well maintained, and creating budget plans for related facilities.

The candidate will supervise facilities, schedule teams, enforce safety policies, and oversee equipment procurement. Commitment to excellence in athletics and compliance with university guidelines is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Strength and conditioning certification from a nationally recognized program.
• Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification.
• Experience developing, implementing and assessing individual and group programming in strength & conditioning.

Responsibilities

• supervise and instruct comprehensive strength and conditioning programs for Buffalo State student‑athletes across varsity sports.
• manage the Varsity Weight Room facility, equipment, scheduling, safety policies, and budget; oversee procurement and upkeep of related equipment.

Skills

Strength & conditioning programming

Team supervision

Athletic coaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Strength and conditioning certification

CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications

Job description

Job Opportunities at Buffalo State University

Buffalo State is one of the largest comprehensive schools in the State University of New York system. As a civically minded, urban-engaged campus community located in the city’s cultural corridor, Buffalo State prides itself as having smaller learning environments coupled with larger university opportunities. Boasting a diverse and inclusive campus, Buffalo State is committed to the intellectual, personal, and professional growth of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The school’s mission is to deliver a broad array of high-quality and distinctive academic programs infused with diversity, creativity, and hands‑on learning opportunities for hardworking students who seek a personalized and affordable education that engages their minds and advances their careers. Buffalo State is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, service, scholarship, creative activity, and cultural enrichment. With degree programs in education, the arts, science, arts and humanities, and professional studies, each year over 6,000 students choose Buffalo State. Buffalo State welcomes applicants who are committed to helping us fulfill our mission.

Faculty/Professional

Faculty/Professional Professional

Department

Department Intercollegiate Athletics

Local Title

Budget Title

Rank

Line Number

Line Number 50128

Salary Range

Salary Range Competitive

FTE

FTE Full-Time

Bargaining Unit

Bargaining Unit UUP

PRODiG+ Position

PRODiG+ Position No

Executive Position

Executive Position No

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

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Brief Job Description

This position is responsible for supervision and instruction of comprehensive strength and conditioning programs to Buffalo State student‑athletes in all varsity, NCAA sponsored sports. This person will run strength related practices, ensuring Varsity Weight Room and associated equipment is available and in excellent working condition and create and administer the budget for the Varsity Weight Room and all strength & conditioning related equipment. They are responsible for the supervision of strength and conditioning facilities. They create physical conditioning programs for the department of intercollegiate athletics and coach individual student‑athletes and teams on proper technique, periodization, and best practices. They are responsible for the Varsity Weight Room facility, scheduling of teams, scheduling of supervision, implementing and enforcing policies and safety protocol, and all equipment procurement and upkeep. Will perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics that are consistent with the skills and abilities related to this position and that address the University’s strategic goals.

This is an Appendix B position not eligible for permanent appointment.

Special Notes: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that Buffalo State University is not an E‑Verify employer.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in related field. Strength and conditioning certification from a nationally recognized certification program. Current CPR , AED , and First Aid certification. Experience developing, implementing and assessing individual and group programming in strength & conditioning.

Buffalo State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution that subscribes to all federal, state, and SUNY legal requirements and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status (Nondiscrimination Notice). Any violation of this policy should be reported to the Institutional Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Office, Cleveland Hall 204, [phone]. Buffalo State is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. If you have any questions, please contact Jamie Warnes at [e-mail] or call [phone].

Applicants interested in positions may access the Annual Security Report ( ASR ) for SUNY Buffalo State at http://police.buffalostate.edu . The ASR contains information on campus security policies and certain campus crime statistics. Crime statistics are reported in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. Applicants may request a hard copy of the ASR by contacting the SUNY Buffalo State University Police Department at [phone].

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Buffalo State website
  • Buffalo News
  • Buffalo Rocket
  • Challenger
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • HigherEdJobs
  • Panorama Hispano News
  • Employee Referral
  • Other
• * All applicants are subject to a pre‑employment background investigation. The college's Pre‑Employment Background Screening Policy is available at http://hr.buffalostate.edu/pre‑employment‑background‑screening. Prior to an offer of employment, an applicant will be required to sign an authorization release form, allowing Buffalo State to conduct a background investigation. Failure of an applicant to sign the authorization release form will disqualify an applicant from further consideration for appointment.
  • I agree to comply with the college's policy.
  • I do not agree to comply with the college's policy. (Note, this selection will disqualify you from further consideration for appointment.)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume / Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Names and Contact Information for 3 Professional References

Optional Documents