S&C Coaching Associate

Position Title:
S&C Coaching Associate
Appointment Type:
Professional & Scientific
Job Description:
The Iowa State University Athletics Department is seeking hard working, responsible, motivated candidates for an entry-level, associate position supporting the women's basketball strength and conditioning program. This position will work under the direction of the Director of WBB Strength and Conditioning and the Director of WBB Operations and will be exposed to professional aspects of collegiate athletics strength activities in a progressive learning mode.
Position Details:
Structured similar to a post-grad internship. Hourly pay plus overtime. December 2026- March 2027. Weekly hours will vary.
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities May Include:
-Lead strength, agility, and conditioning workouts as designed by the director to help athletic performance excel (weight lifting sessions, conditioning, warm ups, cool downs).
-Teach and demonstrate proper techniques and safety, conduct performance testing, and help motivate athletes.
-Attend practices to observe, run drills, and operate Catapult.
-Capture data (ie: Catapult, Force Plate), prepare performance reports on student-athletes, and assist in analyzing the data to add value.
-Work collaboratively with the Sports Medicine professionals and Coaching staff.
-Assist in organization, safety, and sanitation of assigned weight room.
-Establish and maintain effective interactions with students, colleagues, and coaches.
-Commitment to and responsibility for adhering to all rules and regulations of the University, Big 12 Conference, and NCAA.
The ideal candidate will have technical knowledge related to S&C and basketball; database and analytical skills; and good teaching, motivational, and communication skills. Candidates are expected to be committed to multiculturalism and working with a diverse student body. Must be available and flexible to work evenings and/or weekends at all assigned practices and workouts.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree.
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the NSCA or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) through the CSCCa.
CPR/AED and First Aid certification required by start date.

Preferred Qualifications:

Degree(s) in related field.
Work experience with strength and conditioning for competitive athletes.
Strength and conditioning services that supported collegiate or professional women's basketball.
Experience with Catapult, GPS and Force Plate technology.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

• Resume

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email hidden], or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Proposed Start Date:
December 14, 2026
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
Time Type:
Part time
Pay Grade:
P&S Temporary
Original Posting Date:
September 28, 2026
Posting Close Date:
October 4, 2026
Job Requisition Number:
R19993
Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email [email hidden].
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.