Head Strength and Conditioning Coach

Florida Polytechnic University • JD Alexander Florida Polytechnic Main Campus, FL

3d • $60,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Head Strength and Conditioning Coach designs, implements, and oversees strength, speed, agility, and conditioning programs for all athletic teams. The role aims to improve athlete performance, prevent injuries, promote safe training, and foster discipline, teamwork, and excellence. The coach works closely with sport coaches, athletic trainers, and other performance staff to tailor programs to the demands of each sport and the needs of individual student-athletes. Administrative responsibilities include scheduling, budget management, equipment maintenance, and meeting institutional expectations.

The position serves 120 athletes across 8 sports. It is a full-time, salaried, exempt, on-site position at Florida Polytechnic University in Lakeland, Florida. The normal schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; many nights and weekends may also be required. The target hiring salary is $60,000–$65,000, commensurate with experience. The role requires a background check. Employment-based visa sponsorship will not be considered.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in kinesiology or a related field, or an appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications in lieu of a degree.
• One year of strength and conditioning experience, or an appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications in lieu of a degree.
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist certification.
• Comprehensive understanding of training techniques, strategies, regulations, and best practices at the collegiate level.
• Strong knowledge of NAIA and Sun Conference compliance requirements, eligibility rules, and reporting expectations.
• Understanding of student-athlete development, academic support practices, and safe training standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to instruct, motivate, and mentor student-athletes.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to foster a culture of respect, accountability, and teamwork.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• 3–5 years of progressive experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strength and conditioning programs for 120 athletes across 8 sports.
• Demonstrate proper exercise form and ensure athlete safety during team lifts.
• Use assessment tools to track athlete progress.
• Stay up to date on strength and conditioning best practices, trends, and certifications.
• Schedule strength sessions around athletes’ practices and ensure availability for university students’ use.
• Maintain a strong working relationship and communicate with the Athletic Training team to ensure athlete safety and assist with return-to-play care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Collaborate with sport coaches, athletic trainers, and other performance staff to tailor programs to sport-specific demands and individual student-athlete needs.
• Handle administrative duties, including scheduling, budget management, equipment maintenance, and compliance with institutional expectations.

Benefits

• Health benefits, including flexible spending accounts, medical insurance, and life insurance.
• Retirement options through required state plan selection and additional voluntary retirement plans.
• Discounts and perks.
• Annual leave, including paid time off and paid holidays; qualified employees may accrue 22 days of annual leave.
• Annual sick leave; qualified employees may accrue 12 days and participate in the Sick Pool Program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

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