Assistant Coach, Strength and Conditioning

Location : MS, MSJob Type: Full-Time StaffJob Number: FY202600017Department: AthleticsOpening Date: 01/22/2026Job TitleAssistant Coach, Strength and ConditioningEssential Job FunctionsAssists with administering strength training programs unique to assigned sport(s) and to individual student-athletes, using discretion and independent judgmentAssists with determining and developing realistic goals, rules, expectations, and motivations for assigned teams and each individual student-athlete, using discretion and independent judgmentInteracts with team trainers and medical staff in designing, developing, and implementing rehabilitation programs for injured student-athletesPrepares periodic evaluations and progress reports regarding the progress, conditioning, and training of student-athletesMonitors appearance, maintenance, and organization of equipment in training facilitiesAssists in scheduling and organizing daily use of the FacilityAssists in the evaluation and recommendation procurement and maintenance of all equipmentOther related duties, as assignedQualificationsBachelor's degreeTwo (2) years successful collegiate strength and conditioning experience (preferable with Division 1)Licenses/Certifications: Current strength and conditioning certification (National Strength Coaches Association and Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (both accredited)Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification preferredKnowledge Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of medical terminologyKnowledge of strength and conditioning equipmentWorking knowledge of NCAA rules and regulationsStrong knowledge of volleyball skills and strategiesGood communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonalStrong coaching and recruiting skillsStrong organizational skillsAbility to recruit effectivelyAbility to work effectively with a wide range of people in a diverse communityEEO StatementAlcorn State University is expressly committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender identity and/or expressions, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Further, the University will not tolerate any instances of harassment/sexual harassment. This policy applies to all employees, regardless of position, consultants and applicants for employment. Additionally, it is the responsibility of all personas making employment decisions to adhere to this policy.We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement and deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 29 hours per week and are employed more than 4 1/2 months over the course of a year receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis.