Sports Performance Coach

Job Description:

Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking candidates for the Sports Performance Coach 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).

This full time, 12 month position will support and assist the Head Strength and Conditioning coach in all phases of the strength and conditioning program.  Duties will focus on providing and ensuring a safe training environment while directly overseeing the development and implementation of training programs for multiple student-athletes in a variety of sports.

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 2 years of collegiate strength and conditioning experience, preferred.

  Job Competencies

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication & computer skills, necessary

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Job Description:

Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking candidates for the Sports Performance Coach 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).

This full time, 12 month position will support and assist the Head Strength and Conditioning coach in all phases of the strength and conditioning program.  Duties will focus on providing and ensuring a safe training environment while directly overseeing the development and implementation of training programs for multiple student-athletes in a variety of sports.

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 2 years of collegiate strength and conditioning experience, preferred.

  Job Competencies

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication & computer skills, necessary
• Demonstrated ability to work with, motivate and relate well to student-athletes.
• Strong work ethic, passion for the profession and commitment to student-athletes.
• Possess a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and be a positive member of the team
• Basic proficiency in excel, word, internet & email capabilities
• The successful candidate for this position will be required to complete a criminal background and DMV check satisfactory to Brown University prior to commencing employment.

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:

2025-08-15

Job Posting Title:

Sports Performance Coach

Department:

Athletics and Recreation

Grade:

Grade 9

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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