• Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach

    Texas A&M University System (Kingsville, TX)


    Job Title

     

    Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach

     

    Agency

     

    Texas A&M University - Kingsville

     

    Department

     

    Intercollegiate Athletics

     

    Proposed Minimum Salary

     

    Commensurate

     

    Job Location

     

    Kingsville, Texas

     

    Job Type

     

    Staff

    Job Description

    Job Summary

    The Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach supports the planning and delivery of sport-specific strength and conditioning programs for NCAA Division II student-athletes, emphasizing performance enhancement, safety, and athlete development while maintaining compliance with NCAA and institutional standards.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    + Assist in the design, implementation, and supervision of year‑round strength and conditioning programs for assigned athletic teams in alignment with sport-specific demands.

    + Lead training sessions, ensuring proper technique, safety, and intensity for strength training, speed, agility, conditioning, and mobility exercises.

    + Collaborate with the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach to evaluate athletes’ physical needs and adjust training plans accordingly.

    + Educate and motivate student‑athletes on proper lifting technique, injury prevention, recovery strategies, and overall athletic development.

    + Supervise and ensure safety in all strength and conditioning facilities, enforcing NCAA, institutional, and departmental policies.

    + Conduct or assist with performance testing, data collection, and progress tracking (e.g., strength tests, speed/agility testing).

    + Communicate regularly with sport coaches, athletic trainers, and sports medicine staff to support return‑to‑play protocols and athlete wellness.

    + Assist with the monitoring of injured and rehabilitating athletes under the guidance of athletic training staff.

    + Maintain accurate records of workouts, attendance, testing results, and equipment maintenance.

    + Mentor and supervise graduate assistants, interns, and student workers within the strength and conditioning program.

    + Ensure compliance with NCAA Division II regulations, conference rules, and university policies.

    + Assist with facility upkeep, equipment organization, inventory, and reporting equipment needs.

     

    This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

     

    Minimum RequirementsEducation - Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience - Three years of related experience.

     

    Licensure – Valid CSCS (Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist) or SCCC (Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified) certification.

    Required Skills and Abilities

    + Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.

    + Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

    + Strong interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills.

    + Maintains attention to detail and utilizes sound judgment.

     

    Supervision of OthersThis position generally does not supervise employees.

     

    All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

     

    Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.