Assistant Sports Performance Coach, Volleyball and Men’s Lacrosse

The University of Denver, where the Great Plains meet the Rocky Mountains, is a private institution grounded in research and collaboration. DU pairs nationally recognized academic programs with a forward-looking vision for 21st-century education and a deep commitment to inclusion. The Division of Athletics builds Pioneers for Life through excellence, character, and connection, competing with a championship mindset and fostering lasting relationships across a broad community. With 36 national championships and 18 Division I teams, DU's athletic tradition complements its academic mission.

About the role

The Assistant Sports Performance Coach develops and administers the strength and conditioning program for assigned sports (Volleyball & Men’s Lacrosse), teaches safe lifting and movement technique, and supervises all assigned weight room and conditioning sessions in line with departmental philosophy and methodology. Daily responsibilities include warm-up implementation, physical monitoring, speed and agility development, recovery sessions, and athlete testing and evaluation. The position may also support athlete and coaching staff education in areas such as physical stress, lifestyle management, nutrition, and general health and wellness.

Reporting to the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Sports Performance, this role assists in maintaining compliance with all NCAA, University, and Division regulations and contributes to the continued growth of the intercollegiate strength and conditioning program. The coach promotes a team-based approach to performance, health, wellness, and sport psychology services under the Pioneer Health and Performance umbrella.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement strength and conditioning programs for all 17 sport programs, including customized training for individual student-athletes.
• Contribute to the growth and development of the University's intercollegiate strength and conditioning program; maintain current knowledge in weight training, cardiovascular conditioning, speed training, and nutrition.
• Supervise the Varsity Athletic weight training facility, ensuring compliance with department policies; assist with budgeting, ordering, inventory control, and compiling relevant statistical information.
• Oversee physical conditioning for teams, including strength, speed, flexibility, and endurance; develop student-athletes' knowledge of proper strength training techniques.
• Collaborate with the Sports Medicine Department to facilitate progressive rehabilitation for student-athletes and ensure compliance with University risk management policies.
• Additional administrative responsibilities may include mentorship of professional interns or Sports Performance Fellows, fueling station budgeting/stocking, and departmental ordering.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• One year of experience as a strength coach in a collegiate setting (full-time employee or graduate assistant).
• CSCS certification with the NSCA or SCCC certification with the CSCCa.
• Knowledge in strength and conditioning and exceptional communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Three years of experience in strength and conditioning.

Skills

• Strong leadership qualities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proactive, flexible, and team-oriented.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $60,000–$65,000.

Benefits

The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit, and ECO pass.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.