Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach – Collegiate

Opt For Healthy Living; Monterey, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance

CalPERS benefits

Job summary

California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) seeks a Head Strength and Conditioning Coach to lead the program for approximately 300 student‑athletes across 14 varsity sports. You will plan and implement sport‑specific strength and conditioning, emphasizing performance, injury prevention, and player development.

Responsibilities include collaboration with head coaches and sports medicine, use of evidence‑based methods, and overseeing daily operations, internships, and program safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in kinesiology, exercise science, or related field and relevant coaching experience.
• NSCA CSCS or CSCCa SCCC certification or equivalent.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the strength and conditioning program for 14 varsity sports and ~300 student‑athletes.
• Develop sport‑specific training programs focused on performance, injury prevention, and development.
• Collaborate with coaches and sports medicine staff to support health, rehab, and return‑to‑play progression.
• Use evidence‑based training methods and performance tracking to assess progress and program effectiveness.
• Maintain training documentation and program records.
• Oversee operations, scheduling, equipment maintenance, and safety procedures; mentor staff and interns.

Skills

Strength & conditioning coaching

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in kinesiology or related field

CSCS / SCCC certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Calendar

Job description

California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) seeks a Head Strength and Conditioning Coach to lead the program for approximately 300 student‑athletes across 14 varsity sports. You will plan and implement sport‑specific strength and conditioning, emphasizing performance, injury prevention, and player development.

Responsibilities include collaboration with head coaches and sports medicine, use of evidence‑based methods, and overseeing daily operations, internships, and program safety.