Head Strength & Conditioning Coach

Sul Ross State University; Alpine (TX); On-site; USD 42,903 - 52,438; Full time

Job summary

Sul Ross State University in Alpine, Texas, seeks a Head Strength and Conditioning Coach to lead and supervise all aspects of both men’s and women’s athletic programs, ensuring competitive performance and compliance with NCAA Division II, Lone Star Conference, and university rules. The role coordinates all strength and conditioning workouts to enhance the teams’ competitive edge.

Responsibilities include designing workouts, scheduling practices, monitoring training, managing the budget, ordering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in kinesiology or physical education, or applicable degree.
• Collegiate Level Coaching Experience.
• Master’s Degree in kinesiology or physical education, or applicable degree.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, organization, and supervision for all aspects of both men’s and women’s athletic programs at Sul Ross State University to insure a competitive and successful program, following all NCAA Division II, Lone Star Conference and university rules and regulations.
• Coordinate all strength and conditioning workouts to increase competitive edge of all SRSU athletic programs.
• Provide strength and conditioning workouts for all student athletes.
• Schedule practices for both in season and out of season programs.
• Monitor all workouts.
• Be knowledgeable of, and abide by, all university, NCAA Division II, and conference policies.
• Prepare and manage strength and conditioning budget.
• Order and maintain all equipment necessary.
• Stay current with strength and conditioning developments in the profession.

Skills

Certified Strength and Conditioning_Ss

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in kinesiology or physical education, or applicable degree

Master’s Degree in kinesiology or physical education, or applicable degree

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

PLEASE NOTE: All applications should contain complete job history entries, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

Instructions to applicants

PLEASE NOTE : All applications should contain complete job history entries, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor’s name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

Job Title

Location

Location Alpine

Department

Department Athletic Department

Job No.

Job No. 999096

Posting Date

Posting Date 07/30/2026

End Date

Until Filled Yes

Appointment Date

Salary $47,671.00 Annual

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in kinesiology or physical education, or applicable degree.
• Collegiate Level Coaching Experience.

Preferred

• Master’s Degree in kinesiology or physical education, or applicable degree.

Primary Responsibilities

Summary Provide leadership, organization, and supervision for all aspects of both men’s and women’s athletic programs at Sul Ross State University to insure a competitive and successful program, following all NCAA Division II, Lone Star Conference and university rules and regulations. Coordinate all strength and conditioning workouts to increase competitive edge of all SRSU athletic programs.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide strength and conditioning workouts for all student athletes.
• Schedule practices for both in season and out of season programs.
• Monitor all workouts.
• Be knowledgeable of, and abide by, all university, NCAA Division II, and conference policies.
• Prepare and manage strength and conditioning budget.
• Order and maintain all equipment necessary.
• Stay current with strength and conditioning developments in the profession.

Key Competencies: (Knowledge Skills and Abilities) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.

Expectation of Quality: Employee will support the mission of Sul Ross State University by providing high-quality, professional services, timely responses, and solutions to customer requests.

Physical Requirements: This position typically works in an office environment, requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk while using a computer. The role demands frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment. Visual acuity is essential for reading and interpreting data on computer screens. Clear verbal communication skills are necessary for interacting with colleagues and employees. Additionally, the job may involve occasional mobility to attend practice and meetings. Physical activity required for practice demonstration and sideline duties.

Physical Requirements: This position typicaly works in an office environment, requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk while using a computer. The role demands frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment. Visual acuity is essential for reading and interpreting data on computer screens. Clear verbal communication skills are necessary for interacting with colleagues and employees. Additionally, the job may involve occasional mobility to attend practice and meetings. Physical activity required for practice demonstration and sideline duties.

Working Conditions: Nights and Weekends required. Position is Security Sensitive.

Supervises: Graduate Students

Security Sensitive: This position is classified as Security‑Sensitive and is thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094, which authorize employers to obtain and review criminal history record information for applicants. Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times.

Any qualifications to be considered in lieu of stated minimums require the prior approval of the Human Resources Director.

It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report

The report contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On‑Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Non‑campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On‑Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.

A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request. If you would like to receive a paper copy, you can contact the Office of Student Life, located on the Alpine Campus in the Morgan University Center, Room 211 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 432-837-8424 or emailing [e-mail]

About SRSU

Our campuses span a fascinating part of Texas—Alpine, in the heart of the beautiful Big Bend area, and Del Rio, Eagle Pass and Uvalde along the vibrant, bicultural Texas/Mexico border.

What you’ve heard is true – there is something very special about the areas we serve in our great State, and Sul Ross State University is vital to the continued growth and progress of our students and the communities we serve.

Sul Ross State provides students with the education they need to translate their passions into a fulfilling career. This life‑changing experience has a multi‑generational impact, transforming the lives of our students, their families and positively impacting the communities in which they reside. We value learning and strive to provide high quality education in a welcoming, supportive environment. We take pride in the fact that we serve a diverse population including many first‑generation college students as well as non‑traditional students, international students, student‑athletes and graduate students.

From teaching, coaching and law enforcement, to science, ranch management and the Fine Arts, SRSU offers more than 60 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Known as the Frontier University of Texas, Sul Ross encourages each student to explore their own frontiers and to exceed their educational, personal and professional goals.

For more information about how we’re strategizing for the future, I invite you to visit www.sulross.edu .

Required Documents

• Resume
• Letter of Intent
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation (1)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Recommendation (2)
• Letter of Recommendation (3)
• Transcript 2
• Transcript 3
• Transcript 4

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Are you legally authorized to work in the US?
  • Yes
  • No
• Will you now or in the future require Sul Ross State University to provide employment visa sponsorship to obtain or maintain your employment eligibility in the US?
  • Yes
  • No
• If yes, please indicate the type of employment authorization or visa sponsorship you anticipate needing.

  (Open Ended Question)