Part-Time Strength & Conditioning Coach (Weekends)

The Weekend Strength & Conditioning Coach will work as part of Carleton University’s Recreation and Athletics team to deliver high-quality strength and conditioning programming to community-based competitive teams training within Carleton’s High-Performance Centre.

Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Planning and delivering safe, effective, and developmentally appropriate strength and conditioning sessions for community competitive teams on weekends
• Delivering programming primarily scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays within the High-Performance Centre
• Collaborating with Recreation and Athletics staff to support high standards of training delivery
• Adapting programming to meet the needs of diverse age groups, abilities, and sport backgrounds
• Maintaining a positive, inclusive, and professional training environment
• Ensuring adherence to facility policies, safety standards, and best practices in strength and conditioning
• Supporting program growth through strong communication and relationship-building with community partners

This is a part-time position with weekend hours, based on program demand and scheduling.

Qualifications

The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:

• Knowledge of strength and conditioning principles and programming for competitive sport environments
• Understanding of long-term athlete development and appropriate training progressions
• Strong technical and practical experience in performance coaching
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with Recreation and Athletics staff
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to create a safe, engaging, and motivating training environment
• Strong organizational and time-management skills

Education and Experience

• Undergraduate degree in kinesiology, sport performance, or a related field
• Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (NSCA) or equivalent certification
• First Aid and CPR certification
• 1–3 years of experience coaching strength and conditioning in a competitive or community sport setting
• Experience working with youth and/or developing athletes considered an asset
• Experience working within a shared training facility or multi-user environment considered an asset