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Closing Date:
05/28/2026TYPE OF POSITION:
Student Athlete Health and Wellness
Workstudy Position:
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Regular
WORK SHIFT:
Sponsorship Available:
NoINSTITUTION NAME:
University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFounded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.
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DEPARTMENT:
Student Athlete Wellness
Department's Website:
https://arkansasrazorbacks.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9ihImu88OQ&t=9sSUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES:
The Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, under general direction, provides leadership and oversight for strength and conditioning operations for assigned sport programs. This position serves as a departmental leader responsible for strategic athletic performance operations, staff leadership, systems development, and cross-functional performance integration in support of departmental and competitive goals. This position is responsible for preparing student-athletes for the demands of intercollegiate competition through Comprehensive athletic performance programming and integrated training methodologies. The primary function of this position will be to manage the total athletic performance preparation of student-athletes to include, but not limited to: development of training programs; application of appropriate motivational techniques; instruction of student-athletes in the proper execution of weight training exercises, plyometrics, agility drills; communicate with appropriate coaching personnel regarding the status of the student-athletes. This position will assist with the rehabilitation of injured athletes and assist in the management of strength and conditioning facility. The Head Strength and Conditioning Coach will coordinate with the nutritionist on meals and snacks for student-athletes. Directly supervise and evaluate strength and conditioning personnel, including assigning workloads, establishing performance expectations, conducting evaluations, mentoring staff, and addressing personnel matters.
Regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning
- At least five years of strength and conditioning experience at the NCAA Division I Power 4 level
- National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) or Collegiate Strength & Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa) certification
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning
- Strength and conditioning experience in the sport of basketball at the Power 4 level
- Strength and conditioning experience in SEC basketball
- CPR/AED certification
- Experience in supervision of full-time, intern and/or part-time staff
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of NCAA and SEC rules and regulations
- Knowledge of energy systems (aerobic, anaerobic, and phosphagen) and how they affect performance
- Knowledge of muscle groups, movement patterns, and biomechanics for effective programming
- Knowledge of injury prevention strategies and sport-specific rehabilitation principles
- Skill in using data from technologies to track progress, identify trends, and adjust training protocols accordingly
- Ability to inspire, motivate, and build strong relationships with athletes to foster a positive, high-performance culture
- Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
- Proven ability to work effectively in a diverse community
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
ResumeOptional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status
Recruitment Contact Information:
Jarred Witt, HR Coordinator - Athletics, jarredw@uark.edu
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
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