Assistant Director Of Sports Performance

Vassar College
Poughkeepsie, NY

R00032747

Poughkeepsie, NY

Department

Athletics and Physical Education

Job Family

Administrator

Vassar College is deeply committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by promoting an environment of transparency and respect for differences. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds who meet the qualifications of a posting. If you need to request an accommodation to fully participate in the search process, please contact [email protected] .

Job Description

Position Summary

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Athletics for Sports Performance this individual will assist in the education and teaching of Vassar's strength and conditioning programs for 25 varsity sports and four varsity club teams. Weekend, holiday, early morning and/or late evening hours are required. This is a benefit-eligible, ten-month position which offers a broad-based experience in strength & conditioning at a Division III institution. Employment is contingent upon successful result of a background search.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will support the Assistant Director of Athletics for Sports Performance with all aspects of a competitive and inclusive NCAA Division III strength and conditioning program for approximately 600 student-athletes:

  • Serve as an educator for student-athletes, responsible for the development and implementation of instructional curricula focused on physical development, injury prevention, and athletic performance.
  • Design and teach strength training and conditioning programs for assigned sports.
  • Teach student-athletes technical proficiency and safety in all strength and conditioning programming.
  • Collaborate with the sports medicine staff to develop and implement injury prevention and injury rehabilitation programs for assigned student-athletes.
  • Conduct testing to assess student-athlete performance and improvement.
  • Assist with the development, implementation, and utilization of an online methodology for tracking student-athlete sports performance activities, including the use of pre-practice readiness questionnaires.
  • Maintain and upkeep equipment within the varsity weight room.
  • Collaborate with head coaches to create comprehensive off-season conditioning programs.
  • Assist with the implementation and maintenance of social media and a webpage for Vassar College strength & conditioning.
  • Engage in professional development activities to stay current with best practices, new research and changing guidelines.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Current NSCA, CSCS or CSCCA, SCCC certification.
  • Knowledge and compliance with NCAA and league rules and regulations.
  • Certification in CPR, AED and First Aid is necessary but can be obtained through Vassar College as needed.
  • Valid driver's license for at least 2 years.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

  • Master's degree in an exercise science or other related field and two or more years of relevant experience.
  • The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal, organizational, and written/oral communication skills as well as a demonstrated commitment to the NCAA Division III philosophy.

Compensation

The compensation for this position is $41,000 per year.

To complete your application, you will be required to attach your resume and cover letter. All attachments must be in PDF format.

To apply, visit

Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.

Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency

jeid-1bdb9d2e1c99b5499a6aa4e71b74e7d2
Posted 2026-03-09

Recommended Jobs

VP, Head of Screening & Transaction Monitoring Data Coverage

New York, NY

COO | Financial Crime Prevention Americas | VP, Head of Screening & Transaction Monitoring Data Coverage | New York About ING :  In Americas, ING’s Wholesale Banking division offers a broad …

View Details
Posted 2026-02-27

Senior Principal Engineer - Electrical Systems - Aerospace Research

GE Renewable Energy Power and Aviation
Schenectady, NY

Job Description Summary The Senior Principal Engineer (SPE) for Electrical Systems shall be recognized as a technical expert and leader who has responsibility for guiding and driving research, inn…

View Details
Posted 2025-12-30

Senior Software Engineer Consumer & Commercial Lending

Atlas Sp
New York, NY

About ATLAS SP ATLAS SP Partners is a global investment firm that seeks to provide stable funding and capital markets services to companies seeking innovative and bespoke structured credit and ass…

View Details
Posted 2026-02-10

Staff Accountant

Vendelux
New York, NY

Vendelux helps companies discover the best events. Event marketers are the unsung heroes of successful companies. From generating leads to building world-class brands, event marketers make magic hap…

View Details
Posted 2026-02-28

Director Of Business Development

LiveU
New York State

About LiveU LiveU is the global leader in live IP-video solutions, transforming live video into greater value. From breaking news and major sports events to public safety, our technology powers reli…

View Details
Posted 2026-02-26

Senior Software Engineer - Client Portal

Morgan & Morgan
New York, NY

At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we’re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 st…

View Details
Posted 2026-02-28

Senior Analyst, Finance & Analytics

Vector Media
New York, NY

About Us At Vector Media, we’re building the future of Mobility Marketing, where media moves with people, meets them in real life, and makes a lasting impression. In an advertising world clutte…

View Details
Posted 2026-02-24

Night Sorter Operator

Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits, LLC
Syracuse, NY

What You Need To Know Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous lear…

View Details
Posted 2026-01-27

Financial Advisor - Rego Park, NY (Queens)

Insight Global
New York, NY

Job Description One of Insight Global's large banking clients is seeking a Financial Advisor for a full-time role in Rego Park (Queens), NY. The Financial Advisor (FA) role is a three-year prog…

View Details
Posted 2026-03-09

Controller

Alstom
Hornell, NY

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility,…

View Details
Posted 2026-03-10