Assistant Coach, Sports Performance

LRES Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola University Chicago is seeking an Assistant Sports Performance Coach to lead strength, agility and speed programs for men and women student-athletes within the intercollegiate athletics program under the supervision of the Associate Athletic Director for Sports Performance.

The role involves delivering outcome-driven training, maintaining athlete records, coordinating with sports medicine, and fostering a culture of physical and mental well-being to elevate team performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in exercise science or athletic training or a related field is required.
• Two years of collegiate coaching experience in designated sport required.
• Understanding of NCAA rules and regulations and commitment to the mission of Jesuit higher education.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage strength, agility and speed training programs for men and women student-athletes in intercollegiate athletics under supervision.
• Provide specific feedback to student-athletes on performance relative to department standards.
• Create a positive culture of physical and mental well-being for Loyola student-athletes.
• Coordinate rehabilitation efforts with sports medicine staff for injured athletes.
• Maintain athlete records and manage basic daily operations and communications.
• Educate athletes on nutrition and supplementation and provide referrals as appropriate.
• Maintain a clean and safe weight room environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strength & conditioning

Coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in exercise science or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Assistant Coach, Sports Performance

Position Details

Position Title Assistant Coach Position Number 8102075 Work Modality Fully In-Person Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP? No 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.

Qualifications

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 Close Date

Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate $65,000/ann

Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate $58,000/ann

Special Instructions to Applicants

As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/ . For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed .

About Loyola University Chicago Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes - including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences - Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.

Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here .

Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy .

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a bachelor’s degree in exercise science, athletic training, or a related field?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have at least two years of collegiate coaching experience in the designated sport?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Public Job Posting
  • Internal Job Posting
  • Agency Referral
  • Advertisement/Publication
  • Personal Referral
  • Website
  • Other
• * How do your personal values align with Loyola University Chicago's mission and values?

  (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

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