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Assistant Director for Sport Performance
As a key member of the Holistic Performance Team, the Assistant Director for Sport Performance will serve as the assistant strength and conditioning coach and is responsible for establishing and maintaining strength and conditioning programs for all assigned sports, while collaborating with a greater team of performance professionals to achieve optimal performance outcomes for student-athletes. This includes injury reduction, creating a safe training environment, improving athletic performance, teaching technique, supervising training sessions, motivating student-athletes, mobility/recovery training, continuing education, assisting teams, and student-athlete testing/evaluation. This position will collaborate and work cooperatively with coaches, athletic trainers, performance team members, university partners in performance, and athletic department staff. The Assistant Director for Sport Performance is responsible for maintaining the Dan Rea ’70 Boston State College Varsity Training Facility and for upholding the mission, core values, standards, policies, plans, and procedures for the safe and professional operation of the facility.
This position will serve as a member of the Holistic Performance Team and will support the development and implementation of UMass Boston’s Holistic Performance Program. The program is designed to enhance individual student-athlete and team performance through a collaborative and integrated approach. The Holistic Performance Program incorporates sports medicine, athletic training, strength and conditioning, sports science, sports dietetics, and mental health/well-being.
Goals
Establish and evolve a cross-collaborative, unified Holistic Performance Team.
Provide data-informed, holistic care to student-athletes.
Cultivate partnerships to maximize program resources.
The Assistant Director for Sport Performance will contribute directly to these goals and play an integral role in advancing the mission of the Holistic Performance Program.
Examples Of Duties
Report to and assist the Associate Athletic Director for Sport Performance & Head Strength and Conditioning Coach in creating a culture where student-athletes are positioned to succeed and develop in their sport to provide a great student-athlete experience.
Uphold and promote the mission, vision, and core values of UMass Boston Athletics and Recreation in all programs, services, and interactions.
Design and implement strength training, speed & agility, and conditioning programs for in-season, off-season, and pre-season for all assigned sports, including but not limited to strength, power, speed, agility, conditioning, mobility, and recovery.
Assist with the development, implementation, and execution of the Holistic Performance Program to achieve goals and key performance indicator outcomes.
Use Hawkin Dynamics force plates to assess key performance metrics, integrate data into individualized training programs, track progress, and collaborate with coaches and athletic trainers to optimize athlete performance.
Track student-athlete data to monitor progression/regression, fatigue, and return-to-play protocols to optimize performance.
Promote the overall health and wellness of student-athletes.
Teach and demonstrate proper exercise techniques.
Work with coaches and sports medicine staff in rehabilitation and strengthening of injured athletes.
Provide general weight room supervision and maintain equipment for a clean and safe workspace.
Mentor interns and oversee intern education, staff development, and continuing education.
Implement and track testing protocols for speed, agility, conditioning, strength, and power.
Schedule make-up lifts for student-athletes.
Requires early mornings, late nights, holidays.
Motivate, inspire, and mentor student-athletes.
Attend meetings and assist with managing the sport science club/team.
Manage and create content for the Holistic Performance Program social media accounts.
Ability to safely lift and carry objects weighing over 100 lbs. as part of daily responsibilities.
Stand and remain on your feet for extended periods throughout the workday.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook for creating reports and managing communications.
Maintain competency with respect to NCAA Division III rules, ensure compliance, and report to the Assistant AD for Compliance with knowledge of any violations. Violations are subject to disciplinary actions as per NCAA procedures.
Any other duties assigned by the Associate Athletic Director for Sport Performance and Head Strength & Conditioning Coach within the mission of UMass Boston.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or related field required.
Master’s degree in Exercise Science or related field preferred.
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through NSCA or CSCCa SCCC required.
At least one year of experience as a strength and conditioning coach (including graduate assistantships).
One completed strength and conditioning internship (Olympic sports, football, or private sector).
CPR & AED Certified.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, and customer service skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a professional and efficient manner.
Application Instructions Please apply online with your resume, cover letter, and a list of three professional references. Review of candidates will begin following the application closing date.
Only Internal candidates in the Professional Staff Bargaining Unit will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period.
Salary: Grade 30. This is an exempt union position. All official salary offers must be approved by Human Resources.
UMass Boston is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodations are needed for the hiring process, please contact HRDirect@umb.edu or 617-287-5150.
Applications close: 08 Oct 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
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As a key member of the Holistic Performance Team, the Assistant Director for Sport Performance will serve as the assistant strength and conditioning coach and is responsible for establishing and maintaining strength and conditioning programs for all assigned sports, while collaborating with a greater team of performance professionals to achieve optimal performance outcomes for student-athletes. This includes injury reduction, creating a safe training environment, improving athletic performance, teaching technique, supervising training sessions, motivating student-athletes, mobility/recovery training, continuing education, assisting teams, and student-athlete testing/evaluation. This position will collaborate and work cooperatively with coaches, athletic trainers, performance team members, university partners in performance, and athletic department staff. The Assistant Director for Sport Performance is responsible for maintaining the Dan Rea ’70 Boston State College Varsity Training Facility and for upholding the mission, core values, standards, policies, plans, and procedures for the safe and professional operation of the facility.
This position will serve as a member of the Holistic Performance Team and will support the development and implementation of UMass Boston’s Holistic Performance Program. The program is designed to enhance individual student-athlete and team performance through a collaborative and integrated approach. The Holistic Performance Program incorporates sports medicine, athletic training, strength and conditioning, sports science, sports dietetics, and mental health/well-being.
Goals
Establish and evolve a cross-collaborative, unified Holistic Performance Team.
Provide data-informed, holistic care to student-athletes.
Cultivate partnerships to maximize program resources.
The Assistant Director for Sport Performance will contribute directly to these goals and play an integral role in advancing the mission of the Holistic Performance Program.
Examples Of Duties
Report to and assist the Associate Athletic Director for Sport Performance & Head Strength and Conditioning Coach in creating a culture where student-athletes are positioned to succeed and develop in their sport to provide a great student-athlete experience.
Uphold and promote the mission, vision, and core values of UMass Boston Athletics and Recreation in all programs, services, and interactions.
Design and implement strength training, speed & agility, and conditioning programs for in-season, off-season, and pre-season for all assigned sports, including but not limited to strength, power, speed, agility, conditioning, mobility, and recovery.
Assist with the development, implementation, and execution of the Holistic Performance Program to achieve goals and key performance indicator outcomes.
Use Hawkin Dynamics force plates to assess key performance metrics, integrate data into individualized training programs, track progress, and collaborate with coaches and athletic trainers to optimize athlete performance.
Track student-athlete data to monitor progression/regression, fatigue, and return-to-play protocols to optimize performance.
Promote the overall health and wellness of student-athletes.
Teach and demonstrate proper exercise techniques.
Work with coaches and sports medicine staff in rehabilitation and strengthening of injured athletes.
Provide general weight room supervision and maintain equipment for a clean and safe workspace.
Mentor interns and oversee intern education, staff development, and continuing education.
Implement and track testing protocols for speed, agility, conditioning, strength, and power.
Schedule make-up lifts for student-athletes.
Requires early mornings, late nights, holidays.
Motivate, inspire, and mentor student-athletes.
Attend meetings and assist with managing the sport science club/team.
Manage and create content for the Holistic Performance Program social media accounts.
Ability to safely lift and carry objects weighing over 100 lbs. as part of daily responsibilities.
Stand and remain on your feet for extended periods throughout the workday.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook for creating reports and managing communications.
Maintain competency with respect to NCAA Division III rules, ensure compliance, and report to the Assistant AD for Compliance with knowledge of any violations. Violations are subject to disciplinary actions as per NCAA procedures.
Any other duties assigned by the Associate Athletic Director for Sport Performance and Head Strength & Conditioning Coach within the mission of UMass Boston.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or related field required.
Master’s degree in Exercise Science or related field preferred.
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through NSCA or CSCCa SCCC required.
At least one year of experience as a strength and conditioning coach (including graduate assistantships).
One completed strength and conditioning internship (Olympic sports, football, or private sector).
CPR & AED Certified.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, and customer service skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a professional and efficient manner.
Application Instructions Please apply online with your resume, cover letter, and a list of three professional references. Review of candidates will begin following the application closing date.
Only Internal candidates in the Professional Staff Bargaining Unit will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period.
Salary: Grade 30. This is an exempt union position. All official salary offers must be approved by Human Resources.
UMass Boston is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodations are needed for the hiring process, please contact HRDirect@umb.edu or 617-287-5150.
Applications close: 08 Oct 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
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