Assistant Strength

University of Oregon; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Oregon in Eugene seeks an Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach to support the Intercollegiate Athletics department. The role focuses on developing and implementing strength, conditioning, speed, and flexibility programs for student-athletes under the Director of Performance and Sport Science.

Minimum requirements include a Bachelor’s in sport and exercise science, CSCS or SCCC certification, and 3 years of full-time collegiate or professional experience, plus a valid

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in sport and exercise science or related field.
• Current CSCS or SCCC certification.
• Three years of full-time experience as strength and conditioning coach at collegiate or professional level.
• Experience with strategic planning, implementation, and monitoring of conditioning programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized conditioning, strength, speed, and flexibility programs for student-athletes.
• Promote the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program and ensure compliance with policies and NCAA rules.
• Demonstrate commitment to ongoing professional development and training methods.

Education

Bachelor's degree in sport and exercise science

CSCS certification

SCCC certification

Tools

CSCS/SCCC credentialing tools

Job description

Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach

Department: Intercollegiate Athletics

Appointment Type and Duration: Regular,Ongoing

Review of Applications Begins

September 4, 2026; position open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please provide a resume that clearly outlines relevant workhistory, including dates of employment and educational background.These details are crucial in evaluating whether applicants meet thequalifications for the position.

Department Summary

The University of Oregon Intercollegiate Athletic Department'sprimary purpose is to provide a unique opportunity forstudent-athletes to be developed, tested, and encouraged to reachtheir maximum potential in every aspect of their lives. It is thesteadfast goal of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics toprovide the most outstanding student-athlete experience by helpingthem to achieve excellence, both in the classroom and in theirchosen sport. The department has approximately 290 administrative& classified employees and hosts over 600,000 spectatorsannually and represents the University of Oregon in athleticcompetition with other universities & colleges.

Position Summary

Responsible for the strength and conditioning of sports assigned bythe Director of Performance and Sport Science at the University ofOregon. Develop and implement individualized conditioning,strength, speed, and flexibility programs for student-athletes.Demonstrate a commitment to the continual advancement of trainingmethods and professional development within the field. Promote thephilosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program,including adherence to all department policies and procedures, aswell as the rules and regulations of the University of Oregon, theBig Ten Conference, and the NCAA.

Special Requirement

This position will require a valid driver's license and the abilityto obtain UO Driver's Certification.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in sport and exercise science, physicaleducation or related field, specializing in physical preparation ofelite athletes.
• Current National Strength and Conditioning Associationcertification (CSCS) or SCCC.
• Proven experience in strategic planning, implementation, andmonitoring of strength and conditioning to high-performanceathletes.
• Three years of full-time experience as a strength andconditioning coach working at the collegiate or professionallevel.

Professional Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal and team skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in exercise science or related field.
• Experience working with sports performance technology to informstrength and conditioning program design.
• Experience with rotational and field-based sports within aDivision I, power-4 conference.

FLSA Exempt: Yes

All offers of employment are contingent upon successfulcompletion of a background check.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefitspackage to eligible employees, including health insurance,retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information aboutbenefits, visit ourwebsite.

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