Director of Sport Performance

By Jaileen Castro on January 6, 2026

Tusculum University, a member of NCAA Division II and the South Atlantic Conference, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Director of Sport Performance. This position will develop, implement, and oversee a comprehensive strength and conditioning program for the Department of Athletics and its student-athletes in accordance with NCAA and Tusculum University regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

A bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is preferred. The ideal candidate will have two or more years of collegiate experience, preferably at an NCAA institution, the ability to manage a budget, and a record of success in delivering quality results for student-athletes in a small college environment.

Mission Statement

Building on a rich Presbyterian heritage and a pioneering spirit, Tusculum University provides an active and experiential education within a caring Christian environment to inspire civic engagement, to enrich personal lives, and to prepare career ready professionals.

Tusculum University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In addition, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Tusculum participates in E-Verify and observes the guidelines as a Tennessee Drug Free Workplace. Applicants will be required to submit to and complete (1) substance abuse testing at a laboratory chosen by Tusculum University and (2) an employment background check, which includes a criminal background check, employment verification, license verification (if applicable), and credit history (if applicable). If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Director of Sport Performance

By Jaileen Castro on January 6, 2026

Tusculum University, a member of NCAA Division II and the South Atlantic Conference, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Director of Sport Performance. This position will develop, implement, and oversee a comprehensive strength and conditioning program for the Department of Athletics and its student-athletes in accordance with NCAA and Tusculum University regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

A bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is preferred. The ideal candidate will have two or more years of collegiate experience, preferably at an NCAA institution, the ability to manage a budget, and a record of success in delivering quality results for student-athletes in a small college environment.

Mission Statement

Building on a rich Presbyterian heritage and a pioneering spirit, Tusculum University provides an active and experiential education within a caring Christian environment to inspire civic engagement, to enrich personal lives, and to prepare career ready professionals.

Tusculum University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In addition, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Tusculum participates in E-Verify and observes the guidelines as a Tennessee Drug Free Workplace. Applicants will be required to submit to and complete (1) substance abuse testing at a laboratory chosen by Tusculum University and (2) an employment background check, which includes a criminal background check, employment verification, license verification (if applicable), and credit history (if applicable). If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

HOW TO APPLY:

Only online applications will be accepted. Send a cover letter, resume, the names & contact information of 3-5 references, and Tusculum University application (This form can be located at the top of the web page https://www3.tusculum.edu/hr/employment-opportunities) electronically to turesume@tusculum.edu Attn: Director of Sport Performance

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