Assistant Coach, Sports Performance

Loyola University Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola University Chicago invites applications for an Assistant Coach role in Athletics, based at the Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus. Fully in-person, the position supports the development of strength, speed and agility programs for men and women student-athletes under supervision of the sports performance leadership.

Required: Bachelor's in exercise science or related field, 2 years of collegiate coaching, and current strength & conditioning certification with First Aid/CPR/AED.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in exercise science, athletic training or related field.
• Two years of collegiate coaching experience in designated sport.
• Understanding of NCAA rules and commitments to Jesuit education.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage strength, agility and speed training programs for student-athletes.
• Provide feedback on performance relative to department standards.
• Create a positive culture of physical and mental well-being.
• Coordinate with sports medicine for rehabilitative efforts.
• Educate athletes on proper nutrition, safety and training techniques.
• Schedule workouts respecting in-season/off-season priorities.
• Maintain athlete records and handle basic administrative duties.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in exercise science or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Details

• Job Title: Assistant Coach
• Position Number: 8102075
• Work Modality: Fully In-Person
• Job Category: University Staff
• Job Type: Full-Time
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Campus: Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
• Department Name: ATHLETICS
• Location Code: ATHLETICS - GENERAL PROGRAM (03300A)
• Is this split and/or fully grant funded?: No

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Assistant Sports Performance Coach is responsible for the development and management of individual and group strength, agility and speed training programs for men and women student-athletes participating in the intercollegiate athletics program under the supervision of the Associate Athletic Director for Sports Performance.
• Provides specific feedback to the student athletes of their performance in relation to the department's standards.
• Creates a positive culture of physical and mental well-being for the teams he/she works with and all Loyola student-athletes.
• Provides SAs with outcome driven programs based on the injury profile and physical demands of the sport.
• Fosters a positive atmosphere and promote dedication to the program through interaction with the coaching staff and SAs.
• Educate all athletes on the rules of the weight room, safety procedures, and proper training techniques.
• Schedule all workouts according to priority of in-season and off-season training with the cooperation of all the head coaches.
• Coordinate with and assist the sports medicine staff in rehabilitative efforts for injured athletes.
• Perform administrative duties that include maintenance of athlete records, returning phone calls/emails and basic daily operations
• Educate athletes on proper nutrition and supplementation and provide referrals where appropriate.
• Maintain a clean and safe weight room environment.
• Provide winter and summer break training manuals for all sports teams.
• Continue to raise the bar of excellence for every athlete.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

• Bachelor's required in exercise science, athletic training or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Two years of collegiate coaching experience in designated sport required.
• Understanding of and compliance with NCAA rules and regulations and commitment to the mission of Jesuit higher education.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in strength and conditioning field.
• Must be hard-working, highly motivated, positive energy individual with strong verbal and written communication skills.

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

Must have current strength and conditioning certification from a nationally recognized certification program and First Aid, CPR, AED certification.

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office or similar programs.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Required operation of university owned vehicles

No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?

No

Physical Demands

Lifting, Carrying, Standing, Crawling/Kneeling, Repetitive Motions

Working Conditions

Lighting, Heating, Odors, Noise, Irregular Hours, Exposure to Inclement Weather

Open Date

09/30/2026

Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate

$65,000/ann

Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate

$58,000/ann