Assistant Sports Performance Coach

Posting Details

Posting Summary

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Posting Number

TMP00866PO25

Job Code Title

Athletics Coach

Advertised Title

Assistant Sports Performance Coach

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Posting Details

Posting Summary

Logo

Posting Number

TMP00866PO25

Job Code Title

Athletics Coach

Advertised Title

Assistant Sports Performance Coach

Campus

Upstate

College/Division

USC Upstate College/Division Level

Department

UPS Athletics Coaches

Salary

$40,000; Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Location of Vacancy

USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week

37.5

Work Schedule

Job Search Category

Other

About USC

| About University of South Carolina |
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. |

Benefits for Temporary Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.

Position Description

| Advertised Job Summary |
Assistant Sports Performance Coach
University of South Carolina Upstate
TMP00866PO25
Spartanburg, SC

The Assistant Sports Performance Coach serves to assist the Assistant Athletic Director of Performance Coach in all facets of the overall Sports Performance program for USC Upstate student-athletes. | | Qualifications |
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree. Certification from either The National Strength and Conditioning Association (“NSCA”) or The Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (“CSCCA”) or have certification by employment start date:

Good driving record, valid driver’s license and successful background check are required.

Prefer master’s degree in exercise science, public health, education or related degree. Familiarity with Olympic style lifting, experience utilizing wearable technology to provide actionable insight to enhance performance and experience in intercollegiate athletics are preferred. American Red Cross or American heart Association CPR and First Aid Instructor. |

Job Duties

| Job Duty |
Works independently to design and teach USC Upstate student-athletes strength and conditioning techniques. Ensures that students receive sound programming, advice, motivation and supervision with regard to strength and conditioning techniques. Design and implement workout sessions for assigned teams. Teach and instruct proper weightlifting techniques, strength training, and power development. Utilize available technology to provide best possible outcomes for assigned teams. | | Essential Function | Yes | | Percentage of Time | 50 |

| Job Duty |
Provide daily supervision and maintenance of the Performance Center. Assist in oversight of graduate assistants, management of the fuel bar, assistance and coverage with teams when required, and other daily responsibilities as assigned. | | Essential Function | Yes | | Percentage of Time | 25 |

| Job Duty |
Assist the Sports Medicine Staff with rehabilitation and independently design injury prevention exercises as needed. | | Essential Function | Yes | | Percentage of Time | 10 |

| Job Duty |
Maintain regular contact with the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Performance, sport head coaches, and the sports medicine staff regarding the progress of student-athletes. | | Essential Function | Yes | | Percentage of Time | 10 |

| Job Duty |
Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Performance. | | Essential Function | Yes | | Percentage of Time | 5 |

Posting Detail Information

| Number of Vacancies | 1 | | Desired Start Date | 07/01/2025 | | Proposed End Date | | | Job Open Date | 05/07/2025 | | Job Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions to Applicant |
The application must be completed including all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application. | | Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/187068 | | EEO Statement |
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. |

Position Attributes

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

| Safety/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL | No | | Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * This University of South Carolina Upstate position is located in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Do you wish to continue applying for this position?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * Are you willing and able to submit to a pre-employment background check that may include, but it is not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search and motor vehicle history as a condition of hire?

   • Yes
   • No

3. * Do you have a bachelor’s degree?

   • Yes
   • No

4. * Are you certified for or will have certification by employment start date by either The National Strength and Conditioning Association ("NSCA") or The Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association ("CSCCA")?

   • Yes
   • No

5. * Do you have a valid driver's license and good driving record?

   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Cover Letter 2. Resume 3. List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents 1. Other Supporting Documents

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