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Closing Date:
12/18/2025
Type of Position: Athletics
Workstudy Position:
Students at all University of Arkansas institutions will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students.”
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville students will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Student Jobs at UAF.”
All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).
If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.
Closing Date:
12/18/2025
Type of Position: Athletics
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type: Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.
If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations | OEOC | University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.
Department: Weight Room Football
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties: The Associate Director of Strength and Conditioning Coach will assist the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach with all aspects of the Football training program. This individual will maintain and supervise the GPS Catapult system. The data gathered will be used to monitor the physical activity of the student athletes as they train. This data will be cataloged and analyzed. This position will be responsible for supervising and directing any hourly and/or intern workers.
Regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education
First Aid, AED and CPR certified
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Strength & Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience within an NCAA Division I or SEC football strength and conditioning program
At least four years of previous Assistant Strength & Conditioning experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of NCAA and SEC rules and regulations
Ability to communicate in a service oriented and collaborative spirit.
Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
Proven ability to work effectively in a diverse community
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
Resume
Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status
Recruitment Contact Information:
Krista Hoover, Senior HR Partner - Athletics, kristah@uark.edu, 479-575-4647
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/U...
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity: Grasping, Lifting, Talking
Frequent Physical Activity: N/A
Occasional Physical Activity: N/A
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Apply NowUniversity of Arkansas record compared to the conference
| School | Conference | Overall | RPI | APR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Texas at Austin | 7–1 | 13–3 | — | — |
| University of Georgia | 6–2 | 11–3 | — | — |
| University of Tennessee at Knoxville | 6–2 | 10–3 | — | — |
| Louisiana State University | 5–3 | 9–4 | — | — |
| Texas A&M University | 5–3 | 8–5 | — | — |
| University of Missouri | 5–3 | 10–3 | — | — |
| University of Alabama | 5–3 | 9–4 | — | — |
| University of Mississippi | 5–3 | 10–3 | — | — |
| University of South Carolina | 5–3 | 9–4 | — | — |
| University of Florida | 4–4 | 8–5 | — | — |
| University of Arkansas | 3–5 | 7–6 | — | — |
| Vanderbilt University | 3–5 | 7–6 | — | — |
| Auburn University | 2–6 | 5–7 | — | — |
| University of Oklahoma | 2–6 | 6–7 | — | — |
| University of Kentucky | 1–7 | 4–8 | — | — |
| Mississippi State University | 0–8 | 2–10 | — | — |
University of Arkansas past performance
| Season | Head Coach | Assistant Coach | Conference | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-2027 |
Ryan Silverfield |
– | – | |
| 2025-2026 |
Bobby Petrino |
– | – | |
| 2024-2025 |
Sam Pittman |
3–5 | 7–6 | |
| 2023-2024 |
Sam Pittman |
1–7 | 4–8 | |
| 2022-2023 |
Sam Pittman |
3–5 | 7–6 | |
| 2021-2022 |
Sam Pittman |
4–4 | 9–4 | |
| 2020-2021 |
Sam Pittman |
3–7 | 3–7 | |
| 2019-2020 |
Chad Morris |
0–8 | 2–10 |
| Person | Role |
|---|---|
Matt Townsend |
Head Athletic Trainer (Men's Basketball, Men's Golf) |
Dave Richardson |
Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for MBB/WBB/WTen |
|
Whitney Smith |
Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for VB/GYM/WGolf |
|
KC Cross |
Mental Health & Performance Clinician |
|
Tyler Beckman |
Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach (M & W Tennis, Asst w/ M & W BBall) |
|
Karla Horsfall |
Associate AD/ Sports Performance Nutrition (MBB, M&W Track & Field/Cross Country) |
Steven Strobis |
Director of T&F Strength and Conditioning |
|
Tricia Matysak |
Associate Athletics Director for Sports Medicine (Sport Admin: VB, Asst Admin: S&D) |
| Person | Role |
|---|---|
Dave Richardson |
Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for MBB/WBB/WTen |
|
Whitney Smith |
Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for VB/GYM/WGolf |
|
Tyler Beckman |
Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach (M & W Tennis, Asst w/ M & W BBall) |
|
KC Cross |
Mental Health & Performance Clinician |
|
Karla Horsfall |
Associate AD/ Sports Performance Nutrition (MBB, M&W Track & Field/Cross Country) |
|
Dr. Christopher Bader |
Associate AD, Mental Health & Performance | ADID |
|
Tricia Matysak |
Associate Athletics Director for Sports Medicine (Asst. Sport Admin: Swim & Dive) |
|
Dave Polanski |
Associate Director of Sports Medicine (Football) |
| Person | Role |
|---|---|
Dave Richardson |
Strength & Conditioning, Sports Medicine |
Ben Sowders |
Strength & Conditioning, Sports Medicine |
|
Whitney Smith |
Strength & Conditioning, Sports Medicine |
|
Tyler Beckman |
Strength & Conditioning, Sports Medicine |
|
KC Cross |
Mental Health & Performance Clinician |
|
Dr. Christopher Bader |
Associate AD, Mental Health & Performance | ADID |
|
Tricia Matysak |
Associate AD of Sports Medicine |
|
Karla Horsfall |
Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Performance Nutrition (M&W Track & Field/Cross Country) |
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