Associate Head Coach, Sports Performance

Job Description:

Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking candidates for the Associate Head Coach, Strength and Conditioning, Olympic Sports position. Located in Providence, Rhode Island, and a member of the Ivy League, our intercollegiate athletics program consists of 34 varsity teams with approximately 1,000 athletes who participate within the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA-DI).

The Associate Head Coach, Strength and Conditioning, Olympic Sports maintains three primary functions – to lead strength and conditioning for assigned sports, provide direct support and leadership for daily operations including budgeting, scheduling and equipment maintenance, and provide direct oversight and professional development to specified strength and conditioning coaches.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree preferred in Exercise Science or related field.
• Certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) or Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA) in the form of C.S.C.S. or S.C.C.C. required.
• A minimum 5 years of relevant experience in the strength and conditioning field.

Job Competencies

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to relate to and motivate student-athletes.

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Job Description:

Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking candidates for the Associate Head Coach, Strength and Conditioning, Olympic Sports position. Located in Providence, Rhode Island, and a member of the Ivy League, our intercollegiate athletics program consists of 34 varsity teams with approximately 1,000 athletes who participate within the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA-DI).

The Associate Head Coach, Strength and Conditioning, Olympic Sports maintains three primary functions – to lead strength and conditioning for assigned sports, provide direct support and leadership for daily operations including budgeting, scheduling and equipment maintenance, and provide direct oversight and professional development to specified strength and conditioning coaches.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree preferred in Exercise Science or related field.
• Certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) or Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA) in the form of C.S.C.S. or S.C.C.C. required.
• A minimum 5 years of relevant experience in the strength and conditioning field.

Job Competencies

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to relate to and motivate student-athletes.
• Possess a willingness and ability to support and promote a diverse and inclusive campus community.
• Strong work ethic, passion for the profession and commitment to student-athletes.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and be a positive member of a team.
• Knowledge with computers and its programs, telephones and printers.

Background Check – Criminal, Education
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

All division employees are required to demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations; the duties of the position are to be performed in compliance with all NCAA, Ivy League rules and regulations; and any rules violations on behalf of themselves or any knowledge of violations within the division are to be reported to the compliance office and appropriate parties. Employees in coaching positions must receive annual rules education on NCAA legislation related to recruiting by the compliance office and maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification (certification is available at no cost through the Division).

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.

Recruiting Start Date:

2025-08-07

Job Posting Title:

Associate Head Coach, Sports Performance

Department:

Athletics and Recreation

Grade:

Grade 10

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type :

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Onsite

 

Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:

All positions require demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and other Brown and community stakeholders with diverse perspectives and demonstrated ability to contribute to an inclusive environment.

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

EEO Statement:

Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.

As an EEO employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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