Strength and Conditioning Coach

Posting Details

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:

The George Washington University offers a comprehensive, NCAA Division I athletics program featuring 400 student-athletes across 20 varsity sports. A charter member of the storied Atlantic 10 Conference and the league’s only Association of American Universities (AAU) member institution, the GW Revolutionaries lead in the classroom, in competition, and in service to our campus and local communities. GW’s combination of world-class academics, elite A10 athletics, and location in the heart of the nation’s capital affords our student-athletes an exceptional platform to achieve their dreams.

The Department of Athletics seeks a Strength and Conditioning Coach to provide high-level coaching and administrative support to the Assistant Athletic Director, Strength and Conditioning.

Responsibilities include:

• Designing, implementing, and evaluating sport-specific speed, strength, and conditioning programs for varsity athletic teams as assigned.
• Assisting with the implementation of Sports Science Technology, i.e., Forcedecks, Nordbord & Kinexon GPS Systems. (In conjunction with the GW Exercise Science Department.)
• Communicating with individual sport coaches and sports medicine staff regarding physical training issues and injury limitations of student-athletes. Anticipating potential risks of injury, taking measures to remove them, and, in the event of an injury, having the ability to implement emergency medical procedures.
• Assisting with organizing, recruiting, and instructing strength and conditioning interns and/or graduate students to assist with the day-to-day operations of the strength and conditioning department.
• Remaining knowledgeable and current on compliance-related items with all NCAA, Atlantic 10 Conference (and other affiliated conferences), and University rules and regulations.

Posting Details

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:

The George Washington University offers a comprehensive, NCAA Division I athletics program featuring 400 student-athletes across 20 varsity sports. A charter member of the storied Atlantic 10 Conference and the league’s only Association of American Universities (AAU) member institution, the GW Revolutionaries lead in the classroom, in competition, and in service to our campus and local communities. GW’s combination of world-class academics, elite A10 athletics, and location in the heart of the nation’s capital affords our student-athletes an exceptional platform to achieve their dreams.

The Department of Athletics seeks a Strength and Conditioning Coach to provide high-level coaching and administrative support to the Assistant Athletic Director, Strength and Conditioning.

Responsibilities include:

• Designing, implementing, and evaluating sport-specific speed, strength, and conditioning programs for varsity athletic teams as assigned.
• Assisting with the implementation of Sports Science Technology, i.e., Forcedecks, Nordbord & Kinexon GPS Systems. (In conjunction with the GW Exercise Science Department.)
• Communicating with individual sport coaches and sports medicine staff regarding physical training issues and injury limitations of student-athletes. Anticipating potential risks of injury, taking measures to remove them, and, in the event of an injury, having the ability to implement emergency medical procedures.
• Assisting with organizing, recruiting, and instructing strength and conditioning interns and/or graduate students to assist with the day-to-day operations of the strength and conditioning department.
• Remaining knowledgeable and current on compliance-related items with all NCAA, Atlantic 10 Conference (and other affiliated conferences), and University rules and regulations.

The incumbent may perform other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a health-related field is a plus.
• Masters Degree Preferred
• Experience in the private sector, college, or professional level is desired.
• Currently CSCS certified with the National Strength & Conditioning Association and/or CSCCa certified is strongly preferred.
• 1-2 years’ coaching experience is a plus.
• Proficiency working with Microsoft Word and Excel is desired.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Fast-paced environment.

Hiring Range

$47,073.26 - $64,771.35

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Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS

| Campus Location: | Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. | | College/School/Department: | Athletics and Recreation | | Family | Athletics | | Sub-Family | Training and Conditioning | | Stream | Individual Contributor | | Level | Level 1 | | Full-Time/Part-Time: | Full-Time | | Hours Per Week: | 40+ | | Work Schedule: | Monday-Friday; nights and weekends | | Will this job require the employee to work on site? | Yes | | Employee Onsite Status | On-campus (in person) | | Telework: | No | | Required Background Check: | Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search | | Special Instructions to Applicants: |
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status | | Internal Applicants Only? | No | | Posting Number: | S014423 | | Job Open Date: | 08/24/2026 | | Job Close Date: | | | If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: | | | Background Screening | Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. | | EEO Statement: |

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you currently employed with The George Washington University?

   • No
   • Yes

2. * For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)?  (As a reminder, employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)

   • Yes, IEP complete
   • No, still in IEP
   • N/a - not a current GW employee

3. * What is your expected salary range?

(Open Ended Question)

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