Assistant Sports Performance Coach

Wingate Companies • Wingate Campus, NC

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Wingate University is seeking an Assistant Sports Performance Coach to develop and implement appropriate strength, speed, nutrition, and conditioning programs for assigned Wingate University teams. This role operates under the direction of the Director of Sports Performance and contributes to the overall athletic development of student-athletes, fostering an environment of high standards in academics, leadership, and spiritual growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Current NSCA CSCS or CSCCa SCCC certification
• One + years of collegiate or professional sports performance experience
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse workplace, with a variety of teams, coaches, sports medicine, sports scientists, and nutrition professionals, and support staff
• Strong organizational and communications skills
• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, Word and other Office programs
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Experience working simultaneously with a wide range of sports
• Demonstrated experience collecting, tracking, and utilizing athlete data to enhance sports performance program
• Certifications encouraged: USAW, FMS, CISSN, PRI, etc.
• Strength and conditioning technology is encouraged

Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of the Wingate University Sports Performance daily operations.
• Design and implement sports performance programs for teams assigned by the Director of Sports Performance.
• Effectively teach and execute proper technique of lifts and drills, strong command and supervision of team workouts.
• Assist sports medicine staff with rehabilitation of sports related injuries to student-athletes.
• Help mentor current/future graduate assistants, interns, and volunteer Sports Performance coaches.
• Be responsible for inventory and purchasing of weight room equipment.
• Remain compliant with all appropriate Wingate University, South Atlantic Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level