Olympic Sports, Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach

Job Description Summary Organization's Summary Statement: With the oversight of the Director of Strength & Conditioning, the Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for Olympic Sports will prepare male and female student-athletes at the University of Maryland for the rigor and demands of intercollegiate competition. The primary function of this position is the management of athletic performance preparation including, but not limited to, the application of appropriate motivational techniques, implementation of evidence-based training methods, and safe and correct execution of the following training parameters: power development, plyometric & agility training, energy system development, and sport-specific movement training.

The Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach will design athletic enhancement programs emphasizing individual and team-specific needs and report on progress. This position supports the Director of Strength & Conditioning and performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of demonstrated experience working with athletic performance programs in a collegiate and/or professional setting.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a team-based environment.

Physical Demands: The scope of the position requires evening and weekend (non-standard work hours) and some travel as assigned. Constantly moves about the facility and event site before, during, and after events to service student-athletes; constantly communicates via telephone, email, and in-person with others to exchange accurate information. Standing, walking, kneeling/crouching, balancing, and lifting up to 25 pounds.

Preferences: Master’s degree preferred, along with experience with player monitoring, GPS, reporting, and data analytics. USA Weightlifting (USAW) and Functional Movement Screen (FMS) or equivalent movement assessment certification preferred. Demonstrated experience collaborating with other performance team members: sports medicine, nutrition, psychology, academic support, and sport coaches. Experience working with NCAA Division I Baseball and other Olympic sports.

Licenses/ Certifications: CSCCa or NSCA certification, as well as First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications, are required.

Additional Job Details

Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume, and References (3)

Best Consideration Date: September 28, 2026

Posting Close Date: NA

Open Until Filled: Yes

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Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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