Head Strength Coach

Job Title

Head Strength Coach

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

Athletic Administration

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

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Job Title

Head Strength Coach

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

Athletic Administration

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

To train and supervise the members of the 16 intercollegiate sports team programs in physical strength and conditioning techniques, with primary focus on injury prevention and maximizing competitive performance.

Responsibilities:

• Will work with the coaching staffs to design strength and conditioning programs for the various intercollegiate sports team members that will guide them through techniques to optimize performance and decrease potential for injuries.

• Will assist with the oversight and teaching of proper weight lifting, speed, agility and conditioning techniques to motivate and encourage the athletes to train and perform to their highest ability.

• Will oversee the daily operations and management of the weight room facility and equipment, and the nutrition station.

• Will schedule and supervise workouts and player development sessions for the various sports team members. Will assist in the rehabilitation programs prescribed by the doctors and sports medicine staff for injured sports team members.

• Adheres to and monitors all NCAA and conference rules and regulations and reports any violations of these entities established rules and regulations to the proper officials; ascertains that the program is administered and conducted in compliance with the policies and procedures established by the NCAA, SWAC, TAMUS, this University and this Department of Athletics; ensures total compliance with all guidelines, rules and regulations, and policies and procedures of all governing entities; NCAA, SWAC, TAMUS, PVAMU, and Athletics Department. Keep informed of modern trends, techniques, and strategies by attending and taking part in clinics and workshops and NCAA rules education trainings.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelors Degree.

• Five years of coaching experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Job Posting Close Date:   

• 09/13/2025 

 

Required Attachments:  

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional. 

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae 

• Cover Letter 

 

Application Submission Guidelines:   

 

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site. 

 

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process. 

 

Background Check Requirements:  

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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