Head Strength and Conditioning Coach

Position Overview

Primary Function:
The Head Strength and Conditioning Coach will design and deliver evidence-based strength, speed, agility, mobility, and recovery programs for 26 NCAA Division III varsity teams. The role includes year-round program design and periodization, team and small-group coaching, athlete testing and monitoring, facility and equipment oversight, and NCAA/institutional compliance.

This position works with considerable independence and self-direction. Only the general direction and scope of the work to be accomplished are discussed with the supervisor. The staff member is expected to independently carry out position duties and understand what is expected and how to do it.

Position Appointment Details:

• Career Band: AT3

• 10 Month position, appointment schedule is August-May

• Full-Time

Position Description

Typical Duties & Responsibilities:

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Position Overview

Primary Function:
The Head Strength and Conditioning Coach will design and deliver evidence-based strength, speed, agility, mobility, and recovery programs for 26 NCAA Division III varsity teams. The role includes year-round program design and periodization, team and small-group coaching, athlete testing and monitoring, facility and equipment oversight, and NCAA/institutional compliance.

This position works with considerable independence and self-direction. Only the general direction and scope of the work to be accomplished are discussed with the supervisor. The staff member is expected to independently carry out position duties and understand what is expected and how to do it.

Position Appointment Details:

• Career Band: AT3

• 10 Month position, appointment schedule is August-May

• Full-Time

Position Description

Typical Duties & Responsibilities:

Program Design and Coaching

• Design, implement, and progress sport- and position-specific training using sound periodization principles across in-season, off-season, and transition phases.

• Coach safe, effective technique in strength training, Olympic lifting progressions, speed/agility mechanics, mobility, and energy system development.

• Integrate recovery education (sleep, hydration, monitoring) and collaborate internally with athletic trainers on return-to-play.

Athlete Monitoring and Testing

• Establish testing batteries and KPIs (strength, power, speed, movement quality); collect and analyze data to inform programming and coach feedback.

• Track attendance, training load, and progression; maintain accurate records and reporting.

Collaboration and Communication

• Partner with all head coaches to align performance goals with technical/tactical plans and practice demands.

• Coordinate daily with staff athletic trainers on injury prevention, training modifications, and RTP protocols.

• Communicate expectations clearly; model Sewanee’s values in a liberal arts, DIII environment.

Facility and Equipment Management

• Oversee daily operation, scheduling, safety, and cleanliness of strength and conditioning spaces, including current weight room(s).

• Contribute to the successful launch and ongoing operations of the Fowler Center weight/conditioning facility; assist with layout, workflows, and transition plans.

• Manage equipment inventory, maintenance, and lifecycle planning; recommend purchases within budget guidelines.

Education and Culture

• Deliver fundamental performance nutrition education; connect student-athletes with campus resources as available.

• Foster an inclusive, positive, and disciplined training environment for diverse teams and learning styles.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to NCAA, conference, and institutional policies.

• Maintain emergency action readiness; uphold industry safety standards.

Administration

• Schedule team training across 26 sports and coordinate facility access.

• Recruit, train, and supervise student workers and volunteers (as available).

• Support department initiatives, camps/clinics, admissions/recruiting events, and special projects as assigned

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Ability to demonstrate and coach lifts and movement patterns; regularly lift/move up to 50 lbs and occasionally 75+ lbs.

• Prolonged standing, spotting, and active floor coaching in a high-energy environment.

• Early mornings, evenings, weekends, and select holidays to meet team schedules; occasional team travel may be required

• Primary work in athletic facilities with regular exposure to noise and athletic activity; adherence to all safety protocols and EAPs required.

Judgment Required:

Performance of the essential duties of this position is dependent upon independent ingenuity and developmental efforts.

Budgetary Responsibility:

Analyzes budgetary data and develops budget proposals.

Machines & Equipment Used:
Standard weight room equipment, including but not limited to dumbbells, barbells, racks, benches, bands, and med balls

Personal Interaction/Communications:
Student Contact: Frequent
Internal: Staff
External: Visitors, prospective student-athletes, parents, other colleges or universities, equipment suppliers

Attributes of a Successful Candidate

Education:
Bachelor's Degree; preferably in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.

Experience:
2-4+ years of collegiate strength & conditioning coaching experience. NCAA Division III experience valued.

Job-Related Skills:

• Experience with athlete monitoring technologies (e.g., VBT, force platforms, GPS/HR) and data-informed decision-making
• Experience launching or transitioning into a new weight room/performance facility

Licenses/Certifications:
CSCCA (Collegiate Strength & Conditioning Coaches Association) certification or NSCA (National Strength & Conditioning Association) certification.
Must be certified in first aid and CPR.

Supplemental Information

Confidential Information:
HIPAA compliance essential

Working Environment:
Indoor/Outdoor

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to walk for extended periods of time
• Must be able to crawl and or kneel
• Must be able to push and/or pull objects
• Must be able to use feet for repetitive tasks
• Must be able to use hands for repetitive tasks
• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds (Sedentary work)
• Must be able to carry up to 10 pounds (Sedentary work)
• Must be able to lift between 11-20 pounds (Light work)
• Must be able to carry between 11-20 pounds (Light work)
• Must be able to lift between 21-50 pounds (Medium work)
• Must be able to carry between 21-50 pounds (Medium work)
• Must be able to lift between 51-100 pounds (Heavy work)

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The University of the South, familiarly known as “Sewanee,” is home to a nationally recognized College of Arts and Sciences and a School of Theology. Sewanee is distinguished by its dedication to cultivate academic excellence, community values, and environmental stewardship that produces informed, self-aware, and participatory citizens for our democracy and servant-leaders for the world. Nestled on 13,000 acres atop Tennessee’s Cumberland Plateau, the University offers both a uniquely beautiful setting and convenient access to nearby cities—Chattanooga, Nashville, and Huntsville. The University is affiliated with the Episcopal Church and seeks to be a place where individuals from a variety of backgrounds and experiences find support, opportunity, and purpose.

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Equal Employment Opportunity
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