Assistant Sports Performance Coach - Collegiate S&C

Jacksonville University; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Retirement plan with 6% company match

Employee health benefits

Tuition benefits for employees

Free on-campus parking

Job summary

Jacksonville University is seeking an Assistant Sports Performance Coach to design and implement strength and conditioning programs for Softball, Women’s Rowing, and Men’s Soccer. The role includes teaching weightlifting movements, supervising athletes, and assisting in the daily operation of facilities.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree, with Master’s preferred; SCCC/CSCS certification, NCAA rules knowledge, and CPR-AED certification are a plus.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Master’s degree preferred; 1–2 years of relevant experience is desirable.
• Certifications: SCCC or CSCS; knowledge of NCAA rules and CPR-AED certification.
• Strong knowledge of Olympic and strength training movements, program design, nutrition, and speed/agility.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coaches, athletic trainers, and student-athletes.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and schedule strength and conditioning programs for assigned sports.
• Teach and demonstrate weightlifting and conditioning techniques to athletes.
• Assist in daily operation and maintenance of the strength and conditioning facilities.
• Collaborate with coaches and staff, and manage internship/graduate assistant curricula.
• Support other strength staff and adapt programming as needed; travel optional.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master’s degree in related field

Job description

Jacksonville University is seeking an Assistant Sports Performance Coach to design and implement strength and conditioning programs for Softball, Women’s Rowing, and Men’s Soccer. The role includes teaching weightlifting movements, supervising athletes, and assisting in the daily operation of facilities.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree, with Master’s preferred; SCCC/CSCS certification, NCAA rules knowledge, and CPR-AED certification are a plus.