Assistant Director of Sports Performance

Thank you for your interest in employment with Southeastern Louisiana University.

Southeastern Louisiana University's Department of Athletics invites applications for the position of Assistant Director of Sports Performance. The successful candidate will assist the Director of Sports Performance in overseeing all aspects of training and development regarding fitness, strength, endurance, and nutrition for all student athletes. Will assist in the responsibility of overseeing strength staff, coordinating and collaborating with assigned Head Coaches to plan team workout schedules, and assisting in ordering supplies specific to the Weight Room Nutrition Center.

Weekends, early morning and late night work for events may be required.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Teach proper lifting and conditioning techniques for all student-athletes. Assist in spotting heavy lifts as necessary and appropriate
Assist in overseeing operation and maintenance of strength training facilities workout area
Collaborate with administrative staff, coordinate and conduct all duties associated with Athletics Nutrition Center including orders, stocking supplies, and supplying and educating student athletes in regard to nutrition and general wellness.
Ensure weight room policies and regulations are followed
Conduct all duties assigned by Director Sports Performance to include assisting in the management of the assistant strength and conditioning coaches, interns, student workers, graduate assistants and volunteers, the facility, and day-to-day operation
Develop and monitor strength and conditioning programs for assigned varsity sports. Coordinate fitness testing and athlete history for all individual athletes. Inventory, maintain, and purchase weight room equipment. Supervise general maintenance and cleaning of strength and conditioning facilities
Coordinate and plan team schedules and follow up with assigned team coaches
Assist in collaboration with North Oaks nutritional staff and support analyzing nutritional habits of each athlete to determine steps necessary to modify and provide a balanced diet
Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Sports Performance

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Thank you for your interest in employment with Southeastern Louisiana University.

Southeastern Louisiana University's Department of Athletics invites applications for the position of Assistant Director of Sports Performance. The successful candidate will assist the Director of Sports Performance in overseeing all aspects of training and development regarding fitness, strength, endurance, and nutrition for all student athletes. Will assist in the responsibility of overseeing strength staff, coordinating and collaborating with assigned Head Coaches to plan team workout schedules, and assisting in ordering supplies specific to the Weight Room Nutrition Center.

Weekends, early morning and late night work for events may be required.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Teach proper lifting and conditioning techniques for all student-athletes. Assist in spotting heavy lifts as necessary and appropriate
Assist in overseeing operation and maintenance of strength training facilities workout area
Collaborate with administrative staff, coordinate and conduct all duties associated with Athletics Nutrition Center including orders, stocking supplies, and supplying and educating student athletes in regard to nutrition and general wellness.
Ensure weight room policies and regulations are followed
Conduct all duties assigned by Director Sports Performance to include assisting in the management of the assistant strength and conditioning coaches, interns, student workers, graduate assistants and volunteers, the facility, and day-to-day operation
Develop and monitor strength and conditioning programs for assigned varsity sports. Coordinate fitness testing and athlete history for all individual athletes. Inventory, maintain, and purchase weight room equipment. Supervise general maintenance and cleaning of strength and conditioning facilities
Coordinate and plan team schedules and follow up with assigned team coaches
Assist in collaboration with North Oaks nutritional staff and support analyzing nutritional habits of each athlete to determine steps necessary to modify and provide a balanced diet
Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Sports Performance

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree from an accredited university.
Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations in Division 1 Athletics

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
Cover Letter
Resume/Vita
Copies of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired)
Names and contact information for 3 references

Posting Close Date

July 16, 2025

Please Note:  Applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 p.m. on the posting close date to ensure consideration.

Southeastern Louisiana University is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect and appreciation of differences in individuals. Southeastern is also designated as a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.

How to Apply:

Click on the Apply button and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future vacancies. Any required documents should be attached under the Resume/CV section of your application. If all required documents are not attached you will NOT be considered.

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