Athletic Strength & Conditioning Coach
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”
With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.
About the Department
The University of Cincinnati Department of Athletics competes at the highest level of intercollegiate athletics with the vision to reach Next Level Success for all 18 varsity teams and more than 500 student-athletes. The Bearcats have a proud athletics history, winning eight national championships and 117 conference titles. The Cincinnati men's basketball team is among the 15 winningest programs all-time, while the football team became the first American Athletic Conference program to compete in the College Football Playoff in 2021. Olympic gold medalist volleyball player Jordan Thompson, NBA Hall of Famer Oscar Robertson and Major League Baseball legend Sandy Koufax are among the several luminaries who have competed as Bearcats.
UC student-athletes collectively posted a 3.4 overall GPA in the spring of 2023, resulting in 11 consecutive semesters of a 3.3 department GPA or higher.
Under the leadership of Director of Athletics John Cunningham, and supported by more than 150 full-time staff members, UC Athletics' mission is to connect our community, enhance our University and impact the lives of student-athletes as they prepare to change the world on and off the field.
For more information visit gobearcats.com.
Job Overview
The University of Cincinnati, Department of Athletics seeks applications for an Athletic Strength & Conditioning Coach. The position is responsible for developing and executing strength and conditioning programs for one or more assigned Olympic Sports teams while following all departmental, university, conference, and NCAA policies and regulations. This is a full-time position, salaried, with a comprehensive benefits package.
Essential Functions
- Maintain knowledge and understanding of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) rules related specifically to recruitment and to the on-going performance of duties.
- Develop and execute strength and conditioning programs for one or more assigned athletic team(s) and student-athletes.
- Assist with other non-assigned sports as needed.
- Teach proper training techniques within the weight room or other designated area for improved athletic performance.
- Support educational efforts made towards nutrition and general well-being. Collaborate with Registered Dietician (RD) and refer student-athletes to RD.
- Assist in the overall supervision of weight room and other designated facilities, ensuring proper maintenance of equipment while monitoring compliance of safety procedures.
- Collaborate with athletic training staff in the rehabilitation of athletic-related injuries as well as daily programs.
- Aid in teaching Strength and Conditioning principles.
- May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
- Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.
Required Education
Bachelor’s Degree.
Required Trainings/Certifications
- CPR, First Aid and AED certification required (must have and maintain).
- Certification through a nationally accredited strength and conditioning certification program (must have and maintain).
Additional Qualifications Considered
The individual in this position must be able to work some nights and weekends and travel with the team.
Application Information
Interested and qualified applicants must apply online and include a cover letter of interest, resume, and certifications. All certifications and other documentation can be uploaded using the Additional Documents section in the application.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
- Hearing, listening - Often
- Talking - Often
- Standing - Often
- Walking - Often
- Bending - Often
- Kneeling, squatting - Often
- Crouching - Often
- Reaching overhead - Often
- Pulling, pushing - Often
- Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Often
- Lifting - up to 50 pounds - Often
- Sitting - Seldom
- Lifting - over 50 pounds - Seldom
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
- Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
- Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
- Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
- Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
- Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html.
For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.
The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Athletic Strength & Conditioning Coach
Cincinnati, OH, US
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