Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach -

Western Carolina University; Cullowhee (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Carolina University is seeking an Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach to lead the athletic development programs forWomen’s Basketball, Women’s Soccer and Women’s Tennis. This role is based on-site in Cullowhee, NC and will also provide support to Football as needed.

The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree, possess NSCA CSCS or CSCCA credentials, and have a Master’s degree. Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• NSCA CSCS or CSCCA certification required/preferred.
• Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Oversee athletic development of Women’s Basketball, Women’s Soccer, and Women’s Tennis.
• Assist with Football as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree

NSCA CSCS or CSCCA

Master’s degree

Job description

Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach - #270014

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Working Title Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach - #270014

Department

Department Office of Athletic Programs

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range Based On qualifications/experience, internal equity, and departmental budget restrictions.

About WCU

Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes ‘Best Employers’ lists each year.

• 2025 – Ranked 1st in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers by State’ list.
• 2024 – Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes ‘America’s Best Midsize Employers’ list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries.
• 2023 – Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes ‘America’s Best Midsize Employers’ list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries.
• 2022 – Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers by State’ list.

Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance.

Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans – eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire.

Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan.

Optional disability plans are also available.

Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses.

Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year.

Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately.

Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.

Western Carolina University is the UNC system’s westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.

The primary location of this position is on-site in Cullowhee, NC.

This position is designated as being exempt from the State of North Carolina Human Resources Act (EHRA).

Primary responsibility is overseeing the athletic development of Women’s Basketball, Women’s Soccer, and Women’s Tennis. Will also assist with Football as needed.

Candidate must be able to work well within a team setting as well as possess the following attributes: able to demonstrate knowledge in the areas of speed development, agility, weightlifting, energy system development, and annual programming.

The ideal candidate has a background in the athletic development of Women’s Basketball, Women’s Soccer, and Women’s Tennis.

Those serving in this role must possess the ability to coach and manage their teams with high discipline and command.

Must possess the ability and desire to mentor athletes and develop them as young adults.

Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Bachelor’s degree required. Degree must be from an appropriately accredited institution.

NSCA (CSCS) or CSCCA.

Master’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution.

Position Type Permanent Full-Time

Number of Hours Per Week 40

Number of Months Per Year 12

Open Date 08/21/2026

Close Date Open Until Filled Yes

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call [phone] or email at [e-mail].

The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Resume
• List of references

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

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