"Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach"

Job Details

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Job Summary

The Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach will oversee all operations of the Mueller Center weight room and assist the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach in designing and implementing programs for all varsity athletic programs. Specifically responsible for the design, implementation and monitoring of safe and effective strength and conditioning programs to improve performance of club sports, the general population, and the Men's & Women's varsity teams. The AS&C Coach will assist in the oversight of East Campus Strength and Conditioning Center during assigned shifts and during absence of Head Strength and Conditioning Coach when available.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or related field
• 1 or more years experience working as a coach, assistant coach, or intern in the field of strength & conditioning
• One of the following certifications:
  • NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
  • NSCA Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach - OR -
  • CSCCA Strength & Conditioning Coach Certified certification

Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or related field from an accredited institution
• Experience training athletes of all abilities in a variety of sports

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of strength training, speed, agility, flexibility, and cardiovascular conditioning
• Knowledge of NCAA regulations and guidelines
• Demonstrated ability to motivate a variety of student-athletes
• Ability to initiate, develop and maintain contacts appropriate to an effective strength and conditioning program
• Ability to convey a clear and concise message while communicating, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet established goals and objectives.
• Ability to anticipate and solve problems.

Shift

Business Hours, Monday through Friday; weekends and/or evenings occasionally required

Travel

Local travel between campus locations only

Driving

Incidental driving possible, but not required

Starting Salary/Rate

Expected hiring range: $62,353.20 / yr

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.

Job Posted Date

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).

*Rensselaer is committed to the cultivation of a community that is welcoming, inclusive, and above all values learning. We welcome candidates who bring a variety of perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities.* *Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.*

*All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law.*

Advertised: 30 Jul 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

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