Assistant Director of Sports Performance and Associate in the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education

Location

01

Open Date

Jul 31, 2025

Salary Range or Pay Grade

$66,300 - $68,000

Description

One of the world's leading universities, Columbia University Athletics offers elite-level student-athletes the ability to compete for and win Ivy League titles and NCAA Championships. With 31 varsity sports, Columbia Athletics is the largest NCAA Division I athletics program in New York City and the only NCAA Division I sports program in Manhattan. A beautiful and peaceful campus in the heart of New York City, Columbia offers the most diverse student body in the Ivy League. Columbia Athletics has positioned itself with elite-level coaches and top-notch facilities in the Campbell Sports Complex, Baker Athletics Complex, the Milstein Family Tennis Center, and Dodge Fitness Center.

The Assistant Director Sports Performance is responsible for assisting with the implementation of the strength and conditioning program for assigned varsity sports programs.

Location

01

Open Date

Jul 31, 2025

Salary Range or Pay Grade

$66,300 - $68,000

Description

One of the world's leading universities, Columbia University Athletics offers elite-level student-athletes the ability to compete for and win Ivy League titles and NCAA Championships. With 31 varsity sports, Columbia Athletics is the largest NCAA Division I athletics program in New York City and the only NCAA Division I sports program in Manhattan. A beautiful and peaceful campus in the heart of New York City, Columbia offers the most diverse student body in the Ivy League. Columbia Athletics has positioned itself with elite-level coaches and top-notch facilities in the Campbell Sports Complex, Baker Athletics Complex, the Milstein Family Tennis Center, and Dodge Fitness Center.

The Assistant Director Sports Performance is responsible for assisting with the implementation of the strength and conditioning program for assigned varsity sports programs.

Responsibilities

• Supervising the strength and conditioning program for assigned varsity sports programs
• Instructing student-athletes in the proper strength and conditioning techniques for optimizing performance, development and reducing injuries
• Remaining current in the knowledge and advances of cardiovascular conditioning, weight training, speed training and nutrition for male and female student-athletes
• Representing the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education in various public relations and fund-raising activities as assigned
• Responsible for teaching in the required Physical Education program.
• Exhibiting leadership and professional behavior in dealing with student-athletes
• Exhibiting the highest professional standards and ethical behavior with adherence to NCAA, Ivy League Conference, University, and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education rules and regulations
• Contributing to the maintenance of good working relationships with all members of the Department
• Assuming other duties as assigned by the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree, and/or equivalent related experience required
• 0-2 years of related experience.

Minimum Qualification:

• Certified by a nationally recognized accredited strength and conditioning certification program: National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) or the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa) strength and conditioning coach certified (SCCC).
• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, administrators and alumni
• Ability to work within the framework of NCAA and Ivy League rules and regulations
• Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications:

• Successful experience in strength and conditioning preferably at the NCAA Division I or professional level
• Master’s degree in Exercise science or related field.
• Working knowledge of force plate application, and data analytics.

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