BereaCorps: Strength and Conditioning Coach

This is a 12-month, grant-funded position offered through the BereaCorps program. The Strength and Conditioning Coach is responsible for assisting with implementing, conducting and monitoring the strength and conditioning activities of all Berea College athletic teams within NCAA Division III guidelines. Furthermore, they will provide oversight for the Combs Indoor facility. Additionally, the Strength and Conditioning Coach will assist with strength and conditioning/personal training services for Seabury Center operations while also supporting Health and Human Performance course instruction.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Regular and predictable attendance is essential. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Responsible for establishing specific training protocols for each of Berea’s athletic teams;
• Review and assist with program designs for individual athletes, as well as overall team programs;
• Collaborate with departmental staff to ensure training programs and methodologies are consistent across the department;
• Implement strength, agility, speed, flexibility and conditioning programs which include technique instruction, demonstration of techniques and skills, motivation and the development of discipline;
• Assist with pre-habilitation and rehabilitation of injured student-athletes under guidance of the certified athletic training staff;
• Support education for student-athletes regarding nutrition and supplementation;
• Maintain inventory of equipment used for strength and conditioning, oversee their continued maintenance and assist with selection and bid solicitation of new equipment in the weight room and cardio areas;
• Communicate necessary repairs in the weight room and cardio areas to the Associate Director of the Seabury Center;
• Assist in scheduling Combs Indoor facility for various programs and activities, including open gym hours for student-athletes for training and/or team workouts;
• Conduct testing and evaluation of athletes performance related to sports performance.
• Work with the campus dietician and Dining Services to create, update and maintain a “Good for Athletes” menu system.
• Provide educational and training services to the Berea College campus community and Seabury Center membership, including a monthly Weight Room Basics course.
• Assist with Health and Human Performance class supervision, instruction and support when requested.
• In support of Berea College’s great commitments this position requires student supervision. The fourth great commitment is to promote learning and serving in community through the student labor program, honoring the dignity and utility of all work, mental and manual, and taking pride in work well done. The Supervision would include scheduling, assigning and approving work performed. Developing students about common workplace acumen and giving them tangible work experience is an expected outcome. To learning more about the student labor program and requirements on this position see: Labor Program Goals

Other roles/duties will be assigned as necessary to assist the College in the attainment of the goals set forth and the enhancement of a positive, respectful learning environment for all staff, faculty and students.Education required to ensure success in this position:

• Academic coursework in Exercise Science is required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is required.

Experience required to ensure success in this position:

• Prior experience with strength and conditioning and/or personal/group training is preferred.

Special skills, knowledge and abilities:

• Demonstrated organizational, leadership and time management skills.
• Superior communication (oral, written and interpersonal) skills.
• Knowledge of strength training protocols and training program designs and methodologies.
• Ability to work with and relate well to students, faculty, staff, coaches and community members.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, when necessary.

License, certification, or registration necessary:

• Valid Driver’s License;
• CPR/AED/First Aid;
• USTFCCCA, NSCA, CSCCA and/or CSCS certification.
• For any certifications not possessed upon hire, certifications must be promptly attained and regularly maintained.

Physical requirements:

• Some heavy lifting;
• Ability to move freely throughout a four-floor, 106,996 square foot athletic and recreation facility.
• It is expected that the individual in this position will work at times other than, or in addition to, normal business hours and days. This is especially true from August to May.

Environmental conditions:

• Mostly indoor.

Ability to operate the following vehicles or equipment:

• Standard computer hardware and software applications.

BereaCorps positions are grant-funded, one-year contract positions from June 1, 2026 - May 31, 2027, with the possibility of a one year extension. The positions are only available to 2025 and May 2026 Berea graduates, that have completed all of their coursework by May 2026.