Temporary Sports Performance Coach (Spring Semester 2027)

Ball State University; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 4,300 - 5,800; Full time

Job summary

Ball State University is seeking a Temporary Sports Performance Coach for Spring Semester 2027 in Muncie, IN. The role involves coaching and programming in intercollegiate strength and conditioning, collaborating with athletic trainers, and supervising conditioning workouts for multiple sports.

The position runs January 2027 through late April 2027 with a $5,000 stipend and requires a bachelor’s degree, CPR/AED/First Aid, and experience in a collegiate setting. A background check is required.

Qualifications

• Teaching and instruction to student athletes.
• Assess and evaluate techniques and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with athletic trainers and coaches for injured and rehabilitated athletes.
• Adhere to Ball State University, MAC, and NCAA rules.

Responsibilities

• Provide teaching and instruction to student athletes.
• Assess and evaluate proper instruction and supervision of techniques and safety procedures within the strength and conditioning programs.
• Work with athletic training staff and coaches regarding programs for injured athletes.
• Ensure compliance with all rules and regulations.

Skills

Coaching

Instruction

Safety oversight

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPR/AED/First Aid certification

Strength and conditioning experience

Job description

Position Title: Temporary Sports Performance Coach (Spring Semester 2027)

Compensation: $5,000 Stipend for the Spring Semester 2027

Department: Athletic Strength & Conditioning - Temp

Start Date: 12/04/2026

About this opportunity: Ball State Athletics offers an outstanding opportunity to gain Division I experience while making a meaningful impact on student athlete development. This position, running from early January of 2027 through late April 2027, provides hands-on responsibility in strength and conditioning programming through coaching and collaboration with other coaches and athletic trainers, and the chance to help student-athletes reach their highest level of performance in a competitive collegiate environment.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

What you'll do and what you'll bring:

Position Function:

Perform coaching duties in various phases of the strength and conditioning program for the Intercollegiate Athletic department.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide teaching and instruction to student athletes.
• Assess and evaluate proper instruction and supervision of techniques and safety procedures within the designated strength and conditioning programs.
• Work in conjunction with the athletic training staff and coaches, in regard to programs for injured and rehabilitated athletes.
• Show commitment to and responsibility for, adherence to all rules and regulations of Ball State University, the Mid-American Conference and the NCAA.
• Oversee programming for assigned sports.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree by date of appointment
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification by date of appointment
• Strength and conditioning experience in an intercollegiate athletics environment or similar competitive environment
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license and be insurable under the university's auto fleet policy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CSCS or SCCC certification
• Bachelor's or master's degree in physical education, biomechanics, or related field.

IMPORTANT: To ensure accurate processing of your application, do not rely on a resume upload to populate the job experience section. All work history must be entered directly into the application fields.

Requires successful completion of a background check and education check.