Head Strength and Conditioning Coach
California State University, Monterey Bay is a mid-sized university in California’s Central Coast that grants undergraduate and graduate degrees. Powered by an inspiring Founding Vision Statement, CSUMB is part of the nation’s largest four-year public university system, educating nearly 460,000 students every year. With a vibrant, diverse student body of over 7,000 students, CSUMB is both a Minority Serving Institution and a Hispanic Serving Institution. Staff and faculty transform students’ lives with a focus on student success and engagement through experiential learning, service learning, and a strong emphasis on multicultural and global perspectives. CSUMB’s sustainability goal is to be carbon neutral by 2030.
About the role
Under the general direction of the Director of Athletics, the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach will be responsible for all aspects of the strength and conditioning program at Cal State University, Monterey Bay. This includes leading, teaching, mentoring, coaching, facility scheduling, budget management, and overall administration of a successful NCAA Division II strength and conditioning program. CSUMB is a member of the California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) and Western Water Polo Association (WWPA). The university is committed to excellence in academics and athletics, gender equity, diversity, and a well-balanced, broad-based intercollegiate athletics program.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and oversight for all aspects of the strength and conditioning program in support of approximately 300 student-athletes across 14 varsity sports.
- Develop and implement comprehensive, sport-specific strength and conditioning programs focused on performance enhancement, injury prevention, and student-athlete development.
- Collaborate with head coaches and sports medicine staff to support student-athlete health, rehabilitation, return-to-play progression, and competitive readiness.
- Utilize evidence-based training methods, assessment protocols, and performance tracking systems to evaluate and improve student-athlete development and program effectiveness.
- Maintain accurate training documentation and program records.
- Manage daily operations of the strength and conditioning program, including facility scheduling, equipment oversight, maintenance, and safety procedures.
- Supervise and mentor assistant coaches, volunteer staff, and student interns while fostering a positive and collaborative training environment.
- Coordinate and develop internship and experiential learning opportunities in partnership with academic programs, including Kinesiology.
- Support the department's commitment to academic excellence, student-athlete well-being, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and NCAA Division II values.
- Work effectively with a diverse population and provide a supportive, motivating, and safe working environment for student-athletes.
- Promote and maintain compliance with institutional, conference, and NCAA rules, policies, and procedures.
- Plan and oversee camps, clinics, and community engagement initiatives that support departmental outreach and revenue generation.
- Oversee student workers/staff responsible for annual maintenance and cleaning of all sport performance equipment.
- Participate in professional development activities and remain current on trends and best practices in strength and conditioning and sport performance.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in kinesiology, exercise science, or a related field with progressively responsible experience in strength and conditioning coaching.
- Comprehensive understanding of applied sports performance science.
- NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or CSCCa Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (SCCC), or equivalent certification.
- CPR/AED and First Aid Certification.
- Demonstrated collegiate strength and conditioning experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in a related field and 3-5 years of strength and conditioning coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate and professional level.
- Previous experience within NCAA Division I/II.
- Experience supervising graduate assistants and interns.
- NSCA Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach® (RSCC®) designation.
- Technical fluency with Microsoft Office Professional Suite, and Google mail and calendaring programs.
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to CSUMB's Vision.
Special Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
- Ability to perform physical activity, including lifting 25-50 pounds.
- Ability to demonstrate exercises and proper lifting techniques safely and effectively.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and actively coach and lead training sessions.
- Ability to coach outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Willingness to travel and work evenings and weekends.
Pay
Anticipated hiring salary range: $7,830 to $10,849 per month.
Benefits
- Outstanding health, dental, and vision plans.
- Fee waiver education program.
- Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).
- Access to below-market-rate rental housing on East Campus, subject to availability and eligibility criteria.