Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coaching - 2025 Pool

California State University-Sacramento; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 50,554 - 77,517; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full health benefits

Job summary

California State University-Sacramento is seeking an Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach. The role involves designing sport-specific training programs, assisting with daily operations, and providing nutrition guidance. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, ideally in a collegiate strength and conditioning program. Strong interpersonal skills and relevant certifications are required. The position offers a full-time salary range of $4,530 – $6,946 per month, along with comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 2+ years of coaching experience required.
• 1-2 years in a collegiate strength and conditioning program preferred.
• Nationally accredited certification for strength and conditioning is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement sport-specific training programs.
• Assist with strength and conditioning for various sports.
• Provide nutrition guidance and manage the fueling station.

Skills

Coaching

Sports Training

Nutrition Guidance

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Master's degree in Exercise Science or related field

Tools

CPR/AED Certification

Valid California driver’s license

Job description

Position Title: Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach

Department: Athletics, Strength and Conditioning

Department Summary

The program of intercollegiate athletics is organized and conducted as an integral part of the total educational program of the University. Academic excellence and athletic accomplishments go hand in hand at Sacramento State. The program contributes to the educational objectives of the University, provides a healthy, competitive athletic experience to individual student‑athletes, and serves as a public relations vehicle within the community.

Job Duties

• Design and implement year‑round, sport‑specific training programs for teams assigned by the Head Strength Coach.
• Assist the Head Strength Coach with implementation of strength and conditioning program for other sports.
• Assist with daily administrative and maintenance duties.
• Work directly with sport coaches and assist the Head Strength Coach with scheduling of the Broad Weight Room.
• Work directly with sports medicine staff to assist with alteration of training program and participate in rehabilitation process of injured athletes.
• Provide nutrition guidance and education for assigned teams.
• Maintain and operate the fueling station.
• Enforce all Strength and Conditioning Facility rules and regulations.
• May include evenings and weekends.
• Maintain knowledge of and compliance with NCAA, conference, and California State University, Sacramento rules and regulations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education or two (2) or more years of work experience coaching.
• One to two (1‑2+) years of experience in a collegiate strength and conditioning program.
• Nationally accredited certification for strength and conditioning.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification required.
• Possession of a valid California driver’s license and a safe driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Exercise Science or related field.
• Proven ability to establish good rapport and an effective working relationship with student‑athletes, administrators, faculty, staff, and community.

Other Specifics About the Position

This is a 12‑month, FLSA exempt position with full health benefits at the Assistant Coach or Coaching Specialist classification. The role is non‑tenured and renewable annually dependent upon satisfactory performance, budget considerations, enrollment, and programmatic need. The full time salary range for the Coaching Assistant classification is $4,530 – $6,946 per month.

Equal Employment Opportunity

California State University, Sacramento is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and actively embraces diversity in all areas. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Only individuals legally authorized to accept employment in the United States may be hired. The university provides reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities. For more information: https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/benefits/reasonable-accommodation.html