Assistant Director of Sports Performance

Salary:

$0.00 Semi-Monthly
Location :

200 William R. Harvey Way, Hampton, VA 23668
Job Type:

Full-Time
Department:

Director of Athletics
Opening Date:

06/23/2026

Description
The Assistant Director of Sports Performance is responsible for assisting with the development, implementation, and supervision of comprehensive strength and conditioning programs for Hampton University student-athletes. This position supports the physical development, injury prevention, performance enhancement, and overall wellness of assigned athletic programs while promoting a culture of excellence, safety, and accountability.

The Assistant Director of Sports Performance will work collaboratively with coaches, athletic trainers, sports medicine staff, and athletics administration to ensure student-athletes are prepared to perform at their highest level.

Examples of Duties
• Assist in the design and implementation of strength and conditioning programs for assigned athletic teams.
• Conduct team and individual training sessions focused on strength, speed, agility, flexibility, mobility, and conditioning.
• Monitor student-athlete progress and adjust training programs as needed to maximize performance and reduce injury risk.
• Collaborate with Sports Medicine staff regarding injury prevention, rehabilitation, and return-to-play protocols.
• Assist with performance testing and evaluation of student-athletes.
• Educate student-athletes on proper training techniques, nutrition, recovery, hydration, and overall wellness.
• Maintain a safe and organized training environment and ensure proper use of equipment.
• Assist with supervision and scheduling of strength and conditioning facilities.
• Maintain accurate records related to training programs, testing data, and attendance.
• Support recruiting efforts by assisting with campus visits and presentations regarding sports performance services.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA, Conference, University, and Athletics Department policies and procedures.
• Assist with oversight of graduate assistants, interns, and student workers assigned to Sports Performance.
• Participate in departmental meetings, professional development opportunities, and continuing education activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Performance and Athletics Administration.

Typical Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Performance, Physical Education, or a related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Current certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA-CSCS) or Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (SCCC) required.
• Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications required.
• Previous collegiate athletics strength and conditioning experience preferred.

Supplemental Information
• Ability to demonstrate and supervise strength and conditioning exercises.
• Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in an active training environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Knowledge of strength and conditioning principles, program design, and performance enhancement techniques.
• Knowledge of injury prevention, recovery methods, and athlete development strategies.
• Ability to design and implement sport-specific training programs.
• Strong leadership, communication, and motivational skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with student-athletes, coaches, and staff.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel as required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees and part-time employees who regularly work 20 hours or more per week including health care, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, legal insurance, accident, critical illness, hospitalization, tuition remission, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

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