What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sports Performance Coach position at La Salle University?
Position Overview
Position Title
Sports Performance Coach
Department
641300 - Trainer & Equipment
Position Type
Regular
Position Classification
Full-Time, 80.0% Work Schedule
Grant/Gift Funded (all or a portion)?
No
If Temporary or Grant Funded, Start Date and End Date
Position Description/Posting Details
Posting Number
S1450P
Position Summary
The Sports Performance Coach is responsible for the development and management of individual and group strength training programs for men and women student-athletes participating in the intercollegiate athletics program under the supervision of the Director of Sports Performance.
Essential Duties
- Teach, coach, mentor, and inspire student athletes up through graduation.
- Teach, coach, mentor, and inspire student athletes up through graduation.
- Attend all competitions and practices and teach student-athletes proper skills and skill development in their sport.
- Enables men and women student-athletes to perform to their physical potential in their sport through the development and management of individual and group weight, strength and fitness training programs; develops programs by evaluating current physical conditioning, having a knowledge of the various sports and associated exercises, tailoring strength programs for specific needs, demonstrating proper performance of exercises, correcting mistakes; manages programs by monitoring progress and providing an assessment of development.
- Reduces the likelihood of sports-related injuries or the aggravation of such injuries during practice sessions and scheduled contests by being knowledgeable of the injuries sustained in the sport and proper prevention methods, directing appropriate pre-training session and pre-contest preparations and warm ups, and working with qualified sports medicine personnel or athletic trainers during all training sessions and contests.
- Abides by and complies with National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Atlantic 10 rules, academic standards, requirements, and policies of the University, and all guidelines and policies of the Athletics department and reports any concerns of compromise or violation of rules, standards, guidelines or policies to the Vice President / Director of Athletics or the Chief Athletics Operating Officer.
- Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
- Contributes to the overall success of the University’s intercollegiate athletics program by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Secondary Responsibilities
- Participate actively in professional organizations through attendance at conferences, clinics, and conventions as authorized by the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation or designee in order to maintain awareness and understanding of current developments within all areas of responsibility.
- Complete other duties as assigned by the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation, Senior Associate Athletic Director, or other designee.
# of Direct Reports
0
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to NCAA and member conference rules and regulations.
- Demonstrated self-direction and motivation with the ability to work independently and under pressure.
- Hold certification (CSCS and/or CSCCa) to fulfill NCAA recommendations/requirements.
- Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification must be maintained.
- Successful background check clearances including, but not limited to, a PA Criminal Records Check, FBI Fingerprinting Check and PA Child Abuse Clearance Check.
- Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of La Salle University.
Preferred Qualifications
- Coaching experience at a collegiate or professional level.
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours
- Must have flexibility and be able to sustain long work hours including evenings, early mornings, and weekends.
- Must have the ability to lift 25 pounds.
- This position requires frequent travel.
Special Instructions to Applicant
La Salle University is dedicated to fostering a welcoming and respectful environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek candidates who will contribute to a positive, inclusive, and supportive community, and who are committed to working collaboratively with students, fostering critical thinking, supporting their success, and helping them realize their full potential.
La Salle University offers its eligible employees comprehensive medical and dental plans, employer paid life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, generous paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays), and tuition benefits such as no cost undergraduate and graduate degree programs for its employees (with no wait period) and no cost undergraduate degree programs for its employees’ dependents (after completing the required years of service).
Posting Information
Application Open Date
08/05/2026
Application Close Date
08/21/2026
Application Open To
Internal and External Applicants
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Maternity & Paternity LeaveSalary : $55,131 - $83,303