Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
Sewanee, TN
Job Type
Staff Full-Time
Job Number
202100514
Division
Provost's Division
Department
Athletics
Opening Date
04/28/2026
Primary Function:
The Head Strength and Conditioning Coach will design and deliver evidence-based strength, speed, agility, mobility, and recovery programs for 26 NCAA Division III varsity teams. The role includes year-round program design and periodization, team and small-group coaching, athlete testing and monitoring, facility and equipment oversight, and NCAA/institutional compliance.
This position works with considerable independence and self-direction. Only the general direction and scope of the work to be accomplished are discussed with the supervisor. The staff member is expected to independently carry out position duties and understand what is expected and how to do it.
Position Appointment Details:
Career Band: AT3
10 Month position, appointment schedule is August-May
Full-Time
Typical Duties & Responsibilities:
Program Design and Coaching
Design, implement, and progress sport- and position-specific training using sound periodization principles across in-season, off-season, and transition phases.
Coach safe, effective technique in strength training, Olympic lifting progressions, speed/agility mechanics, mobility, and energy system development.
Integrate recovery education (sleep, hydration, monitoring) and collaborate internally with athletic trainers on return-to-play.
Athlete Monitoring and Testing
Establish testing batteries and KPIs (strength, power, speed, movement quality); collect and analyze data to inform programming and coach feedback.
Track attendance, training load, and progression; maintain accurate records and reporting.
Collaboration and Communication
Partner with all head coaches to align performance goals with technical/tactical plans and practice demands.
Coordinate daily with staff athletic trainers on injury prevention, training modifications, and RTP protocols.
Communicate expectations clearly; model Sewanee’s values in a liberal arts, DIII environment.
Facility and Equipment Management
Oversee daily operation, scheduling, safety, and cleanliness of strength and conditioning spaces, including current weight room(s).
Contribute to the successful launch and ongoing operations of the Fowler Center weight/conditioning facility; assist with layout, workflows, and transition plans.
Manage equipment inventory, maintenance, and lifecycle planning; recommend purchases within budget guidelines.
Education and Culture
Deliver fundamental performance nutrition education; connect student-athletes with campus resources as available.
Foster an inclusive, positive, and disciplined training environment for diverse teams and learning styles.
Compliance and Risk Management
Ensure adherence to NCAA, conference, and institutional policies.
Maintain emergency action readiness; uphold industry safety standards.
Administration
Schedule team training across 26 sports and coordinate facility access.
Recruit, train, and supervise student workers and volunteers (as available).
Support department initiatives, camps/clinics, admissions/recruiting events, and special projects as assigned
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
Ability to demonstrate and coach lifts and movement patterns; regularly lift/move up to 50 lbs and occasionally 75+ lbs.
Prolonged standing, spotting, and active floor coaching in a high-energy environment.
Early mornings, evenings, weekends, and select holidays to meet team schedules; occasional team travel may be required
Primary work in athletic facilities with regular exposure to noise and athletic activity; adherence to all safety protocols and EAPs required.
Judgment Required:
Performance of the essential duties of this position is dependent upon independent ingenuity and developmental efforts.
Budgetary Responsibility:
Analyzes budgetary data and develops budget proposals.
Education:
Bachelor's Degree; preferably in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Experience:
2-4+ years of collegiate strength & conditioning coaching experience. NCAA Division III experience valued.
Job-Related Skills:
Confidential Information:
HIPAA compliance essential
Working Environment:
Indoor/Outdoor
Physical Requirements:
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The University of the South, familiarly known as “Sewanee,” is home to a nationally recognized College of Arts and Sciences and a School of Theology. Sewanee is distinguished by its dedication to cultivate academic excellence, community values, and environmental stewardship that produces informed, self-aware, and participatory citizens for our democracy and servant-leaders for the world. Nestled on 13,000 acres atop Tennessee’s Cumberland Plateau, the University offers both a uniquely beautiful setting and convenient access to nearby cities—Chattanooga, Nashville, and Huntsville. The University is affiliated with the Episcopal Church and seeks to be a place where individuals from a variety of backgrounds and experiences find support, opportunity, and purpose.
Support in the Hiring Process
If you have questions about a position or need assistance filing an application, or if you are a person with a disability and would like to request an accommodation in the application and interview process, please contact Human Resources at 931.598.1381 or hr@sewanee.edu.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of the South is an equal-opportunity institution, dedicated to treating all applicants fairly and fostering a welcoming environment for employees and students alike.
University Benefits
Employer
University of the South
Address
735 University Avenue
Sewanee, Tennessee, 37383
Phone
9315981381
Website
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