Lead Collegiate Strength & Conditioning Coach

University of California; Seaside (CA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Monterey Bay seeks a Head Strength and Conditioning Coach to lead and oversee a comprehensive NCAA Division II program. You will coordinate a department-wide strength plan for 14 varsity teams and mentor staff while ensuring safe, effective training for student-athletes across campus.

You will apply evidence-based methods, track performance, and collaborate with coaches and medical staff to support wellness, academic success, and competitive excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in kinesiology, exercise science, or related field.
• Comprehensive understanding of applied sports performance science.
• CSCS or CSCCa CSCCC certification; CPR/AED and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the strength and conditioning program for approximately 300 student-athletes across 14 varsity sports.
• Develop sport-specific, performance-focused programs emphasizing injury prevention and athlete development.
• Collaborate with coaches and sports medicine staff to support health, rehabilitation, and return-to-play progression.

Skills

Strength coaching

Program design

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in kinesiology or related field

CSCS or CSCCa SCCC certification

CPR/AED and First Aid Certification

Job description

California State University, Monterey Bay seeks a Head Strength and Conditioning Coach to lead and oversee a comprehensive NCAA Division II program. You will coordinate a department-wide strength plan for 14 varsity teams and mentor staff while ensuring safe, effective training for student-athletes across campus.

You will apply evidence-based methods, track performance, and collaborate with coaches and medical staff to support wellness, academic success, and competitive excellence.