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JOB SUMMARY

The University of Connecticut Sports Performance Department is seeking applications for a full-time position of Assistant Strength & Conditioning coach to assist with the design and implementation of sports performance programs to enhance athletic performance, minimize injury potential and support our student-athletes and coaches in the pursuit of championships.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach must have the skills to independently design integrated scientific based training programs and demonstrate the ability to implement these programs in a safe, competitive, and disciplined environment that is both physically and mentally demanding.

The Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach will be responsible for, but not limited to: providing facility supervision and report on both individual and team progress, as well as, any additional responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Olympic Sport Performance; collaborating and assisting with current Sports Performance Staff and communicate with all support departments including Athletic Training/Sports Medicine/Sport Nutrition; travel and weekend hours; strict compliance with NCAA regulations and policies of the University and the program conference; assist teams with on campus recruiting efforts; and assist with supervisory responsibility of strength and conditioning interns.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in sport/exercise science related field.
• Current Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS by the National Strength and Conditioning Association) or SCCC (from CSCCa).
• Current CPR/First Aid certification.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the correct application of NCAA regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with coaching staffs and Sports Medicine staff.
• Minimum 3 years of full-time experience independently programming and conducting training sessions for sport-specific teams at the collegiate level.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach.
• USA Weight Lifting Level 1 (USAW1) certification.
• Experience in the use of Force Plates, VBT assessment tools, wearable technology.
• Possesses student-athlete development philosophies consistent with that of the Division of Athletics and its sports performance program.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

Salary will be commensurate with experience. 

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at Faculty and Staff Positions, Search #499741 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references. Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet the stated minimum qualifications, and any preferred qualifications they may possess, in their application materials.

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on July 23, 2026.

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