Temporary Sports Performance Coach (Spring Semester 2027)

Ball State University; United States; On-site; USD 4,500 - 5,500; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

On-campus facilities

Job summary

Ball State University is seeking a Temporary Sports Performance Coach for the Spring Semester 2027 to support the Intercollegiate Athletic department. The role runs January through April 2027 and involves hands-on strength and conditioning coaching, with collaboration across coaches and athletic trainers to optimize student-athlete performance.

The position offers a $5,000 stipend for the semester and requires a Bachelor's degree and CPR/AED/First Aid certification, plus prior intercollegiate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree by date of appointment.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification by date of appointment.
• Strength and conditioning experience in an intercollegiate environment or similar.

Responsibilities

• Provide teaching and instruction to student athletes.
• Assess and ensure proper technique and safety within programs.
• Collaborate with athletic trainers and coaches for injured athletes.
• Oversee programming for assigned sports.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Coaching

Anatomy/Physiology

Strength & Conditioning

CPR/AED/First Aid

Education

Bachelor's degree

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.

Eligibility

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.
• Requires successful completion of a background check and education check.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Benefits

In return, we do our best to take care of them through comprehensive medical and dental plans, a Health Savings Account (which we contribute to), and a whole range of wellness, retirement, and other benefits like covering the cost of tuition at Ball State for you and your family. We can offer you more.

Location and Community

Where you live matters just as much as where you work. We get it. That's why we've invested since the very beginning in making our hometown work. On campus, find state-of-the-art facilities and one-of-a-kind arts and cultural events. In Muncie, you'll find a warm and welcoming community with affordable housing and a vibrant downtown arts, food, and music scene.

Company Culture

Goodness requires action to grow. We're dedicated to doing our part to keep goodness growing in Muncie, at our university, and as far beyond as possible. That's where you come in. When you join our team, you become part of goodness in action. Our main priority: uplifting students so they can discover their full potential. This is how we fly.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status.

Accommodation for Disabilities

Ball State provides accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the position.

Contact

Contact Melissa Rubrecht, Director of Employee Relations, at 765-285-1823 for assistance.

Location

People and Culture Services Administration Building (AD), Room G008 2000 University Avenue Muncie, IN 47306

Hours

8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday

Phone and Fax

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