Head Strength & Conditioning Coach (Part-time, Onsite)

Wilson College is seeking an energetic and motivated part-time Head Strength and Conditioning Coach to lead and elevate the athletic performance of our 13 NCAA Division III intercollegiate teams. This is an exciting opportunity to shape a comprehensive strength and conditioning program that supports student-athlete development, performance, and well-being.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and implementing progressive, sport-specific strength and conditioning programs in collaboration with head coaches.
• Ensuring safe physical training techniques that promote performance enhancement and injury prevention.
• Partnering with the athletic training staff to support injury rehabilitation and return-to-play protocols.
• Offering guidance to student-athletes on nutrition, sleep, and mental wellness, within the scope of relevant certifications.
• Ensuring compliance with all College, United East Conference, IHSA, and NCAA Division III rules and regulations.

This position reports to the Director of Athletics and plays a key role in fostering student-athlete success, development, and well-being.

Core Competencies:

• Leadership & Initiative: Ability to take ownership of the strength and conditioning program and motivate student-athletes.
• Collaboration: Proven skill in working across departments, particularly with coaches, athletic trainers, and other athletic department staff.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey expectations and provide education to athletes.
• Adaptability: Capacity to adjust training plans based on sport needs, injury status, and student-athlete progress.
• Integrity & Compliance: Commitment to upholding NCAA, institutional, and professional standards.
• Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of strength and conditioning principles, injury prevention, and athlete recovery best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in exercise science, physiology, physical education, or related field.
• Certification as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or other nationally accredited equivalent required.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in collegiate-level strength and conditioning or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Commitment to student development, collaboration, and safety in athletic performance.

Additional Requirements:

• Successful completion of background check is required.

Please submit one document that includes a letter of application, resume and names and contact information of three professional references. Application materials are accepted through the online system only. Review of materials begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Wilson College is proud to support the professional and personal development of our part-time athletic coaches. Eligible coaches have access to educational opportunities through our tuition remission program.

Additional benefits include complimentary membership to our on-campus fitness center and access to flexible, affordable meal plans through our campus dining services.