Assistant Coach Strength

University of North Carolina Wilmington; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina Wilmington is seeking an Assistant Coach, Strength & Conditioning, to design and manage scientifically-based programs for Division I student-athletes.

Under the Head Coach, you will develop sport-specific plans, monitor progress, and supervise multiple groups with safety and efficacy at the forefront.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Knowledge of strength and conditioning exercise technique.
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to organize and instruct groups of 2–50 student-athletes.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develops and manages strength/conditioning programs for Division I student-athletes.
• Creates sport-specific, periodized training to improve performance and reduce injuries.
• Demonstrates safe exercise techniques and delivers programs in an organized manner.
• Commmunicates effectively with coaches, staff, and student-athletes while adhering to guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Group instruction

NCAA rules knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's degree

Tools

NSCA CSCS

CSCCa SCCC

CPR/First Aid

Job description

Assistant Coach Strength & Conditioning

Benefits of Working at UNCW:

At the University of North Carolina Wilmington, we are driven by aclear purpose: to empower student success, advance innovation, andstrengthen the communities we serve. Guided by our strategic visionand commitment to excellence, UNCW offers a dynamic andcollaborative environment where employees can make meaningfulcontributions while growing their careers.Located in coastal NorthCarolina, UNCW combines the energy of a thriving academic communitywith the natural beauty of nearby beaches and outdoor spaces. Here,professional opportunity is balanced with an exceptional quality oflife—creating a workplace where you can thrive both personally andprofessionally.As a member of the Seahawk community, you'll benefitfrom a culture that values well-being, lifelong learning, andconnection. UNCW offers a competitive and flexible benefits packagedesigned to support your health, financial well-being, andprofessional growth. From comprehensive health coverage andretirement options to generous paid leave, tuition opportunitieswithin the UNC System, learning and development opportunities, andwellness programs, UNCW is committed to helping you thrive both atwork and in your personal life.

Recruitment Range:

Determined based on qualifications and/or experience.

Vacancy Number:

E1598

Location of Workplace:

Main UNCW Campus

Home Department:

Athletics - 25900

Division:

Chancellor - 25 Division

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The UNCW Department of Athletics sponsors 19 varsity sports andcompetes in the NCAA Division I as a member of the ColonialAthletic Association. UNCW Athletics mission is to enrich theUniversity through a commitment to developing leadership qualitiesamong its student-athletes by providing opportunities which supportand promote academic excellence, community engagement andcompetitive success.

College/School Information:

NCAA

University Information:

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastaluniversity, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring,research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-classfaculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national levelfor scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerfulacademic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and criticalthinking.
A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers afull range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as wellas doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology,nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learningoptions, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSNprogram, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for workingprofessionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree programfocused on coastal engineering.
The university's efforts to advance research and scholarlyactivities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "DoctoralUniversities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University)by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of HigherEducation.
UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since1969.

Brief Summary of Work for this Position:

Under the direction of the Head Coach, Strength & Conditioning,the Assistant Coach, Strength & Conditioning, will develop andmanage effective individual and group strength/conditioningprograms for student-athletes participating in UNCW's Division Iintercollegiate athletic program.

• Develops sport-specific programming that isscientifically-based, involves periodized/cycled regimens ofexercises and drills to optimize strength, power, flexibility,mobility, agility, speed and/or work capacity-designed to enhancesport performance and decrease incidence of non-contactinjuries.


• Demonstrates and implements safe, effective and proven exercisetechniques at each training session and delivers programs in anorganized manner using the field's best practices.


• Adheres to all UNCW, CAA, and NCAA guidelines and providestudent-athletes an exceptional collegiate experience whilecompeting for championships.


• Employs effective communication skills to establishrelationships and conduct work at a high level with a wide range ofconstituents (coaches, student-athletes, administrators,etc.).

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act).This position will be required to complete annual training aboutreporting responsibilities and report Clery crimes that occurwithin one of three categories of properties: On-Campus property,Non-Campus Property, or Public Property.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree.


• Knowledge of strength and conditioning exercise technique.


• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills along withstrong verbal, written and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to organize and instruct groups ranging from 2 to 50student-athletes at one time.


• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Master's degree.

Required Certifications or Licensures:

• NSCA - CSCS. (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist)and/or CSCCa - SCCC (Strength and Conditioning CoachCertified).


• CPR/First Aid Certification.

FTE:

1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)

Months Per Year:

12 Months

Type of Position:

Permanent

Position Number:

E1598

Job Posting Date:

08/18/2026

Posting Close Date:

08/30/2026

Number of Openings:

Single Incumbent

Eligibility for Employment:

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offenderbackground checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motorvehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federallaw requires all employers to verify the identity and employmenteligibility of all persons hired to work in the UnitedStates.

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, genderidentity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color,national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexualorientation, political affiliation, veteran status, militaryservice member status, genetic information, or relationship toother university constituents - except where sex, age, or abilityrepresent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications orwhere marital status is a statutorily established eligibilitycriterion for State funded employee benefit programs.