"Assistant Athletic Performance Coach"

Position Summary

The Assistant Coach of Athletic Performance plays a key role in advancing the health, safety, and performance of student-athletes across multiple varsity teams at Pomona-Pitzer Colleges. This position ensures that all student-athletes receive equitable, individualized support through structured strength and conditioning programs. Reporting to the Head Athletic Performance Coach, this position supports the University's mission by promoting physical well-being, reducing injury risks, enhancing mental resilience, and contributing to academic and athletic success. This role requires flexibility in scheduling, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and occasional travel to support team activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in designing and delivering safe, sport-specific strength and conditioning programs.
• Monitors and coaches student-athletes during training sessions to ensure proper technique and injury prevention.
• Tracks performance metrics and supports athlete development through data-informed training plans.
• Collaborates with athletic trainers, coaches, and academic support staff to foster well-rounded student success.
• Promotes time management, mental wellness, and physical health among student-athletes.
• Supports strength and conditioning needs across a diverse range of sports programs and team cultures.
• Helps maintain facilities, organize equipment, and uphold safety protocols.
• Assists in onboarding and supervising student workers, interns, or volunteers as needed.
• Ensures compliance with NCAA, SCIAC, and institutional training regulations.
• Participates in department-wide initiatives that enhance co-curricular learning, inclusion, and wellness.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Strategic Alignment & Impact

This position reflects Pomona College's commitment to:

• Student Success: Enhances academic performance, wellness, retention, and graduation rates among student-athletes.
• Athletic Excellence: Improves team competitiveness and supports recruitment by offering high-quality training resources.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Provides equitable support across all athletic programs, addressing a broad range of student needs.
• Integrated Learning and Engagement: Promotes co-curricular development, time management, and leadership skills through structured training environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
• One to three years of relevant experience in strength and conditioning or athletic performance coaching.

Knowledge & Skills

• Understanding of performance enhancement, injury prevention, and recovery methods.
• Demonstrated ability to teach proper lifting techniques and ensure athlete safety.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with diverse student populations.
• Organizational and time-management abilities to support multiple teams and schedules.
• Knowledge of training software, fitness tracking systems, and gym equipment.
• Ability to foster motivation, discipline, and resilience among student-athletes.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to demonstrate exercises, assist athletes with lifts, and manage gym equipment. Requires regular standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs), kneeling, and spotting.

Additional Information

This is a part-time, non-benefitted, non-exempt, temporary position. Working hours will vary from 4-8 hours a week or scheduled as needed. Regular hours may vary due to needs of the College or division.

Rate

The hourly rate for this role is $16.50 per hour. The specific factors that the College will consider when offering a salary to an individual will include, but not be limited to: education, training, relevant prior experience, and performance in prior roles.