Job Description

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Main Campus (BG), OH

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

BGSU01285

Division

Intercollegiate Athletics

Department

Football

Opening Date

12/23/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

Summary

The general purpose of this position is to design and implement strength training and conditioning programs for football student-athletes and teach and educate student-athletes.

Essential Functions

• Assist in the teaching and educating of student-athletes in physical strength and conditioning techniques

• Assist in the design and implementation of strength training and conditioning programs for football program

• Assist with workout design and implementation for additional Olympic sports assignments under the direct supervision of the Director of Strength and Conditioning

• Assist the Head Football Strength and Conditioning Coach with all aspects of program administration.

• Directly supervise and train interns/practicum students

• Coordinate training facility cleaning and maintenance of equipment

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following Degree is required:

• Bachelor’s Degree required in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field. Degree must be conferred at time of application.

The following Degree is preferred:

• Master's Degree

The following Experience is required:

• 1 year of experience in a NCAA member strength & conditioning program working with athletes

The following licenses, certifications, or registrations is required:

• Certified by the National Strength & Conditioning Association or Collegiate Strength & Conditioning Coaches Association
• Documented CPR and AED certifications
  • Can be obtained upon hiring

Additional Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must have the ability to work in the collegiate setting with collegiate athletes, coaches, and other athletic department staff
• Applicant must exhibit ability to instruct, supervise, and demonstrate associated exercises in a weightlifting based training environment
• Successful candidate must display competency to coordinate with the Asst. Director of Strength & Conditioning for Football and the Football Athletic Trainers regarding certain biomechanical assessments as well as implementation of the return to play protocols for athletes returning from injury
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Very strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage groups of wide varieties of people with broad backgrounds and experiences

Application Deadline

The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by January 6, 2026.

Required Uploads: Cover Letter & Resume

Essential Requirement: Work Authorization
BGSU does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Bowling Green State University is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to ensuring an equal employment opportunity for all applicants and encourage applications from all regardless of sex, race, veteran-status, disability, age, gender identity, genetic information, religion, or sexual orientation. EEOC Know Your Rights Poster:

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or email ohr@bgsu.edu .

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