ASSISTANT STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING COACH

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number

SRGV8891

Working Title

ASSISTANT STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING COACH

Number of Vacancies

1

Location

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Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number

SRGV8891

Working Title

ASSISTANT STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING COACH

Number of Vacancies

1

Location

Edinburg, Texas

Department

Athletics

FTE

1.0

FLSA

Exempt

Scope of Job

Responsible for implementing and supervising strength and conditioning training programs for student-athletes in a variety of sports.

Description of Duties

• Assists Head Strength and Conditioning Coach with the design, implementation and supervision of strength, speed, agility and conditioning programs for NCAA Division I intercollegiate sports.
• Develops and coordinates programs that will assist student-athletes achieve overall physical strength.
• Provides proper weightlifting and exercise technique instructions.
• Ensures the proper operation of the strength training center, which includes conducting risk management and equipment maintenance.
• Schedules and oversees training sessions for student-athletes and conditioning practices, recording and interpreting results as well as evaluating appropriate correlation of fitness components necessary to meet optimal individual performance levels.
• May supervise part-time support staff in the sports training center, which includes making recommendations for hiring, training, work allocation.
• Assists in aspects of recruiting, marketing and promotion of the sports training center.
• Enforces policies and procedures of the Athletic Department and weight training facilities.
• Performs equipment maintenance check to ensure safety of equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

General direction from the assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given

May supervise assigned staff.

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.

Preferred Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education or closely related field from an accredited university.

Licenses/Certifications

Certified through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) or collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA) as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or Strength Conditioning Certified Coach (SCCC) or the ability to obtain one of these within 6 months of hire. First Aid and CPR certification.

Required Experience

One (1) year of experience in intercollegiate strength and conditioning training.

Preferred Experience

N/A

Equipment

Use of standard office and athletics equipment.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Indoors; physical work and lifting, possibly over 50 lbs. Some travel may be required.

Other

Knowledge of the principles of athletic strength and conditioning programming, techniques, and equipment. Effective organizational, personnel supervision, communication and computer skills. Knowledgeable of NCAA rules and policies. Certifications in First Aid (ARC), CPR (ARC or AHA), and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) required within six months of employment.

Physical Capabilities

Employment Category

Full-Time

Minimum Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Posted Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Position Available Date

04/01/2026

Grant Funded Position

No

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Posting Detail Information

| EEO Statement |
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest. | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
Dear Applicant,

Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:

Date of Birth
Gender
*Ethnicity/Race

Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956) 665-2451 and/or careers@utrgv.edu. | | Additional Information |
UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.

All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of Human Resources. | | Quick Link | https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/50644 |

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you a current UTRGV employee?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?

   • Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions
   • Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions
   • No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions

3. * Please select your highest level of completed education.

   • 6th grade education
   • 10th grade education
   • High School Diploma or GED
   • Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours
   • Bachelors Degree from an accredited university
   • Masters Degree from an accredited university
   • Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university
   • None of the above

4. * Please provide the field of study for your education:

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for:

   • Less than 1 year
   • 1 year
   • 2 years
   • 3 years
   • 4 years
   • 5 years
   • 6 years
   • 7 years
   • 8 years
   • 9 years
   • 10 years
   • Over 10 years

2. * Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?

   • Yes
   • No

3. * Are you certified in Adult/Child/Infant CPR and First Aid Training by the American Heart Association or other accredited organization?

   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume

Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application 2. Curriculum Vitae 3. Unofficial Transcripts 4. Reference Letter 1 5. Reference Letter 2 6. Reference Letter 3 7. Certifications and Licenses 8. Training Certificates 9. Other Document 10. List of 3 References 11. Unofficial Transcripts 2 12. Unofficial Transcripts 3 13. Letter of Interest 14. Unofficial Graduate Transcripts 15. Additional Document

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