Assistant Strength & Performance Coach – Part-Time

University of Louisville; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Louisville Athletic Department is seeking an Assistant Strength & Performance Specialist to support athletic development within the Kueber Weight Room and practice environments. You will assist during strength training, conditioning, and practice prep, and help integrate sport science technology for performance monitoring.

This entry-level role bridges strength & conditioning with applied sport science initiatives, ensuring smooth training logistics, equipment readiness, and

Qualifications

• Four years of related experience in strength and conditioning training with collegiate or professional athletes.
• Certification as a CSCS or SCCC.
• CPR and First Aid Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support during team lifting sessions and conditioning activities.
• Assist with pre-practice and pre-game physical preparation, including setup, warm-ups, transition logistics, and recovery station support.
• Maintain professionalism and safe lifting technique standards while reinforcing S&C programming objectives.
• Support daily athlete interactions to reinforce training intent and readiness expectations.
• Uphold facility standards, including equipment setup, cleanliness, organization, and proactive maintenance.
• Assist with equipment rotation, technology setup, and workflow improvements within the Weight Room.
• Help manage training inventories, session logistics, and daily safety inspections.
• Assist in data collection and athlete monitoring using Kinexon, Catapult, Hawkins Force Plates, Output, and related technologies.
• Conduct and support DARI assessments for movement evaluation and biomechanical tracking.
• Aid strength coaches in interpreting and monitoring feedback to support daily training adjustments.

Skills

S&C training with athletes

Sport science tech usage

Professional communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science / related field

Tools

Kinexon

Catapult

Hawkins Force Plates

DARI assessments

Job description

The University of Louisville Athletic Department is seeking an Assistant Strength & Performance Specialist to support athletic development within the Kueber Weight Room and practice environments. You will assist during strength training, conditioning, and practice prep, and help integrate sport science technology for performance monitoring.

This entry-level role bridges strength & conditioning with applied sport science initiatives, ensuring smooth training logistics, equipment readiness, and