WARNER UNIVERSITY·Lake Wales, Florida
The Strength & Conditioning Coach is responsible for developing and managing individual and group strength and fitness training programs for intercollegiate student-athletes. They must also maintain the weight room facility and collaborate with athletic training personnel to ensure injury prevention and rehabilitation protocols are followed.
The Strength & Conditioning coach is responsible for the development and management of individual and group strength training programs for all men and women student-athletes participating in intercollegiate athletic programs. The Strength & Conditioning Coach is expected to affirm, model, and cultivate the Christ-centered mission of Warner University and the Athletic Department.
Experience running or directly involved with Football strength & conditioning. Develop and manage individual and group weight, strength and fitness training programs. Develop programs by evaluating current physical condition, having a knowledge of the various sports and associated exercises, tailoring strength programs for specific needs, demonstrating proper performance of exercises, correcting mistakes. Monitor progress and provide an assessment of development. Knowledgeable of the sports-related injuries and proper prevention methods; collaborate with athletic training personnel to ensure all preventative and rehabilitation concerns are addressed – staying up-to-date on latest research/methods. Organize lifting schedule for individual and group athletic programs. Select, organize and administer testing procedures in a manner that ensures the collection of valid and reliable performance charts. Daily management and maintenance of the weight room and equipment located in the Tye Athletic Performance Center. Routine meetings with sport coaches. Developing and collaborating with interns. Effectively communicate orally, in writing, and interpersonally. Provide a positive atmosphere that promotes a sense of community and fairness, organization, commitment, motivation, and accomplishment. Attend/Assist with other Warner University events as needed. Work extended days and weekends; ability to travel for athletic events by car, bus or plane (when applicable). Refrain from the use of profanity, obscene gestures, and illegal drugs; be a positive role model on issues of language, alcohol, tobacco, and drugs. Attend and participate in regular department staff meetings. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Athletic Director or Head Athletic Trainer.
Supportive of Warner’s mission, vision and core values, commitment to a Christian lifestyle, and demonstration of character in keeping with biblical models. The successful candidate is expected to display a commitment to Christian education, especially as it addresses the relationship between faith and individual/group strength training programs. As such, preference will be given to candidates with some degree of theological education or experience in Christian education within a biblically orthodox, evangelical context. Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree preferred or an equivalent combination of training and experience in responsible position involving the development and management of sport-specific individual and group strength training programs for men and women (1-3 years’ experience). Requires certification from CSCS or CSCCa, and maintain CPR/AED and First Aid certifications. Experience overseeing or being involved with running multiple programs at once. Exceptional teamwork ability as the position necessitates working closely with coaches and students. Strong motivational skills. Working Relationships: The Strength & Conditioning Coach is a member of the Athletics Department and reports to the Athletic Director. Work Schedule: Work schedule varies greatly depending on lifting schedules; frequent early morning and/or evening work; occasional out-of-town, overnight travel. Candidates must submit all of the following: a letter of interest a curriculum vitae/resume a faith statement that contains both a personal testimony and a thoughtful response to each paragraph of the university’s official statement of faith (https://warner.edu/the-university/who-we-are/full-statement-of-faith/) copies of all transcripts (these can be unofficial copies of your transcripts at this time) the names, titles, and contact information for three (3) to five (5) professional references Applications will not be reviewed unless and until all requested materials are submitted. Qualifications
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and possess CSCS or CSCCa certification along with current CPR/AED and First Aid credentials. Experience in running strength and conditioning programs, particularly for football, is required, along with a commitment to the university's Christian mission.
Market context
In Florida, strength and conditioning openings for college athletics are often competitive because programs want coaches who can manage sport-specific training, support football performance, and align with institutional values. For this Head Coach role, the required bachelor’s degree, CSCS or CSCCa certification, current CPR/AED and First Aid credentials, and experience running strength programs make the candidate pool narrower. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your application to show football training experience and mission fit.