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Temporary Position: Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community.

UNC Asheville’s commitment to increasing and sustaining the diversity of our faculty, staff, and students is reflected in our strategic plan goals of diversity and inclusion, and social sustainability. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title Temporary Position: Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach
Division Office of the Chancellor
Department Athletics
Position Summary
The Athletics department at University of North Carolina Asheville is an integral part of the University committed to providing an exemplary NCAA Division I Athletics Program that creates an environment where student-athletes have high-impact learning experiences while pursuing academic, athletic and lifelong goals, and engages the University’s internal and external constituents and communities. Competing in the Big South Conference, UNC Asheville’s Athletics department strives to be nationally recognized for “Dreaming Bigger. Achieving More” by winning in the classroom, community, and competition. The goal in our athletic department is to follow our strategic plan and promote the following areas: competitive excellence, a holistic student-athlete experience, revenue growth and facilities, creating a culture of distinction, branding, and community engagement. Bulldog Athletics and its student-athletes, coaches, and staff represent the very best of UNC Asheville, and it is our belief that this strategic plan is the framework from which a successful NCAA Division I athletics program can thrive for years to come.

The Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach works in conjunction with the Head Coach in supporting the 16 sport programs at UNC Asheville to implement all aspects of training including scheduling, supervision, training environment, motivation, and goal setting for individual athletes and assigned teams. The Assistant Coach supports the Head Coach in developing and implementing year-round, sport specific training programs—including resistance, cardiovascular conditioning, and flexibility, agility, and speed programs— to maximize athletic performance and limit injury potential. The Assistant Coach supports, communicates, and collaborates with team doctors, athletic trainers, nutritionists, and other specialists to enhance the physical development of student-athletes. Regularly assesses and refines programs to maximize positive results.
Position Number
Full-Time/Part-Time/Intermittent
Salary Information $1000.00 per month /10 months
Posting Detail Information

Posting Number T0183
Minimum Education/Experience/Skills
  • The successful candidate must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education, Physiology, Sport Science, or related field.
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
  • CSCCa/SCCC and/or NSCA/CSCS certification required.
  • Proficient in the instruction, assessment, evaluation, and supervision of multiple weight lifting techniques.
  • Knowledge of use and maintenance of fitness equipment.
  • Candidates must possess strong communication and organizational skills to explain complex concepts in terms student-athletes understand.
  • Ability to evaluate athletes to determine problem areas (weaknesses, imbalances, flexibility) and design corrective programs.
  • A commitment to high academic standards for student-athletes and their ability to succeed both academically and athletically is essential.
Preferred Education/Experience/Skills
  • Applicable master’s degree from an accredited institution.
  • Minimum of 1-2 years of strength training experience at the collegiate level.
  • Prior experience playing or coaching at the collegiate level.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Thorough knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
  • Knowledge of peak athlete performance areas such as nutrition, sleep hygiene, and productive mental mindset etc.
Work Schedule and Hours
Flexible hours to include evenings and weekends may be required.
Posting Date 08/19/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Anticipated Start Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Community Expectations During this time it is important that the community understand how UNC Asheville operates and what is expected of community members as we work together to prioritize everyone’s health and safety. Please see UNC Asheville’s Community Expectations for more information. UNC Asheville’s Community Expectations.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.unca.edu/postings/7544

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