Collegiate Athlete Performance Coach - Assistant

LRES Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola University Chicago seeks an Assistant Sports Performance Coach to support student‑athletes through performance and wellness initiatives at our Rogers Park‑Lake Shore campus. The role emphasizes feedback, safe training, and program design that respects NCAA rules.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and two years of collegiate coaching experience, with CSCS & CPR certifications preferred. This full‑time role collaborates with the athletics department to advance competitive excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Two years of collegiate coaching experience in designated sport.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Must have working knowledge of NCAA and MVC rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provides specific feedback to student athletes of their performance relative to department standards.
• Creates a positive culture of physical and mental well‑being for teams and student‑athletes.
• Provides injury‑profile based, outcome‑driven training programs.
• Fosters a positive atmosphere and promotes dedication to the program with coaching staff.
• Educates athletes on weight room rules, safety procedures and training techniques.
• Schedules workouts according to in‑season and off‑season priorities with head coaches.
• Coordinates with sports medicine staff on rehabilitative efforts for injured athletes.
• Performs administrative duties including maintaining athlete records and daily communications.
• Educates athletes on proper nutrition and supplements; provides referrals when needed.
• Maintains a clean and safe weight room environment.
• Produces winter and summer training manuals for all teams.
• Continuously raises the bar of excellence for every athlete.

Skills

Coaching experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

NCAA rules knowledge

MVC rules knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

Loyola University Chicago seeks an Assistant Sports Performance Coach to support student‑athletes through performance and wellness initiatives at our Rogers Park‑Lake Shore campus. The role emphasizes feedback, safe training, and program design that respects NCAA rules.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and two years of collegiate coaching experience, with CSCS & CPR certifications preferred. This full‑time role collaborates with the athletics department to advance competitive excellence.