Assistant Strength

Department: Intercollegiate Athletics Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing Review of Applications Begins September 4, 2026; position open until filled Special Instructions to Applicants Please provide a resume that clearly outlines relevant workhistory, including dates of employment and educational background. These details are crucial in evaluating whether applicants meet thequalifications for the position.

Department Summary: The University of Oregon Intercollegiate Athletic Department'sprimary purpose is to provide a unique opportunity forstudent-athletes to be developed, tested, and encouraged to reachtheir maximum potential in every aspect of their lives. It is thesteadfast goal of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics toprovide the most outstanding student-athlete experience by helpingthem to achieve excellence, both in the classroom and in theirchosen sport. The department has approximately 290 administrative& classified employees and hosts over 600,000 spectatorsannually and represents the University of Oregon in athleticcompetition with other universities & colleges.

Position Summary: Responsible for the strength and conditioning of sports assigned bythe Director of Performance and Sport Science at the University of Oregon. Develop and implement individualized conditioning, strength, speed, and flexibility programs for student-athletes. Demonstrate a commitment to the continual advancement of trainingmethods and professional development within the field. Promote thephilosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program, including adherence to all department policies and procedures, aswell as the rules and regulations of the University of Oregon, the Big Ten Conference, and the NCAA. Special Requirement This position will require a valid driver's license and the abilityto obtain UO Driver's Certification.

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in sport and exercise science, physicaleducation or related field, specializing in physical preparation ofelite athletes. Current National Strength and Conditioning Associationcertification (CSCS) or SCCC. Proven experience in strategic planning, implementation, andmonitoring of strength and conditioning to high-performanceathletes. Three years of full-time experience as a strength andconditioning coach working at the collegiate or professionallevel.

Professional Competencies: Excellent interpersonal and team skills. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Preferred Qualifications: Master's Degree in exercise science or related field. Experience working with sports performance technology to informstrength and conditioning program design. Experience with rotational and field-based sports within aDivision I, power-4 conference. FLSA Exempt: Yes All offers of employment are contingent upon successfulcompletion of a background check. The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefitspackage to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information aboutbenefits, visit ourwebsite. The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institutioncommitted to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americanswith Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualifiedindividuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of anyprotected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations toapplicants and employees with disabilities. To request anaccommodation in connection with the application process, pleaseemail us or call 541-346-5112. UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genderexpression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (includingfamily medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and statelaw), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use ofleave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activitiesand employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicablelaws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access. Contact information, related policies, and complaintprocedures are listedhere. In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon preparesan annual report on campus security and fire safety programs andservices. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report isavailable online.