Job Description:
The University of Maryland Olympic Sports Strength & Conditioning Department seeks applications for the position of Strength & Conditioning Coaching Assistant. This is a 12-month appointment, which offers the following opportunities:
-Attain practical knowledge and experience working hands on with 16 Division I Championship level teams
-Opportunity to be assigned 2-4 sports (determined by best fit/experience level)
-Potential to include enrollment in CSCCa practicum and sit for the Collegiate Strength & Conditioning Association’s certification and practical exam (all expenses paid)
-Gain experience with other sport science technologies, athlete monitoring and management platforms (VALD Systems: ForceDecks, ForceFrame, NordBord, SmartSpeed; Catapult, VBT, and Smartabase)
-Collaborate and work alongside other sport performance team members (Sports Medicine, Nutrition, Psychology, Academics, Sport Coaches)
-Gain valuable experience working with and learning from six strength staff members with nearly 50 years of combined experience
-Build/expand professional network and receive future recommendations
Required Education and Credentials:
-Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in related field
-One or both of the following Certifications: CSCS, SCCC
-CPR, First Aid, and AED certified
Preferred Qualifications:
Candidates must possess at least one year of previous experience in a strength and conditioning program or have previous collegiate athletic experience. Must have outstanding work ethic, attention to detail, and possess strong desire to become a full-time strength and conditioning professional. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, computer software knowledge, effective organization, and administrative skills are all highly preferred.
Compensation:
-40 hrs. per week at $18.75 per hr.
-12-month appointment
-Funds for continuing education and professional development
-University of Maryland/Under Armour athletic gear
Anticipated Start Date: July 7, 2025
Application Deadline: May 2, 2025
To apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume including three professional references to Holly Frantz, Director of Strength & Conditioning for Olympic Sports, via email at terpsc@umd.edu.
