Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach, Olympic Sports

The University of Oklahoma Athletics Department is seeking a qualified and motivated Strength and Conditioning Coach to join our team. This full‑time, 12‑month position reports directly to the Director of Olympic Sports. The coach will support student‑athletes and contribute to the mission of the University of Oklahoma, the Athletics Department, and the Strength and Conditioning staff. Responsibilities include designing, developing, and implementing sport‑specific training programs for assigned individuals and teams.

Essential Functions:

• Research, develop, design, implement, and administer comprehensive year-round, sport-specific training programs in collaboration with sport coaches.

• Work closely with Nutrition, Sports Psychology, and Athletic Training to create individualized programs that align with each student-athlete’s needs, restrictions, and performance goals.

• Collaborate with medical staff on the rehabilitation of injured student athletes and assist in the decision-making process for return to practice and return to competition status.

• Provide written and verbal updates to supervisors, sport coaches, medical staff, and nutrition personnel.

• Support the Director of Olympic Sports Strength and Conditioning with all aspects of the Strength & Conditioning program and perform additional duties as assigned.

• Assist the Strength & Conditioning unit with program planning, implementation, performance testing, and data entry.

• Maintain daily organization, cleanliness, and safety standards of the training facility.

• Participate in scheduled professional development meetings and present on assigned topics.

• Assist in the mentorship and professional development of other performance staff members.

Job Requirements

Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited University or College, preferably in a health-related field, AND:

• 24 months of experience as a college or professional strength coach.

Skills:

• Ability to champion a culture of learning and continuous improvement.

• Excellent leadership, people management, and interpersonal skills; Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Must possess a demonstrated track record of developing collaborative relationships with both internal and external people.

• Ability to develop, implement, adjust, and evaluate a comprehensive strength & conditioning program.

• Ability to communicate well and build rapport quickly with students, coaches, and administrators.

• Ability to recognize potential health risks of student athletes.

• Ability and willingness to engage in continuing education and maintain professional, health, and safety certifications.

• Ability and willingness to gain and maintain working knowledge of university, SEC, and NCAA rules and regulations.

• Proficient in educating student-athletes on safe and effective performance, training, and recovery.

Certifications:

• CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification.

• CSCS or CSCC Certification

Working Conditions:

• Physical:

  • Ability to engage in repetitive motions.

  • Ability to communicate effectively.

  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

  • Must be able to explain and demonstrate proper movement patterns and lifting techniques as needed

• Environmental:

  • Exposure to extreme temperature changes.

  • Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including in the heat and cold.

Departmental Preferences:

• Experience as a full-time strength and conditioning coach at a Power Conference University.

• Master’s degree in Exercise Science, Physiology, or related field

• Experience working with a variety of sports, student athletes, and diverse populations.

• Experience/knowledge of assigned sports.

• Working Knowledge of University, Conference, and NCAA regulations

Supervision: 

• Possible supervision of strength and conditioning interns

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.

Hiring contingent upon a Background Check?: Yes

Special Indications: Hiring contingent upon police records check, Hiring contingent upon driver's license check 

Job Posting: Mar 25, 2026