Associate Director of Sports Performance Coach

The Sports Performance Coach’s primary function is to oversee the physical development of the student-athletes at the University of Maine, while providing the safest possible environment. Typical hiring salary for this position is $43,951.00 commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Complete Job Description

About the University:
The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu. 

The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. 

UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.

Qualifications:
Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree. 
• Develop and implement year-round sports performance programs for assigned teams.
• Design and implement recovery strategies.
• Coordinate rehabilitation with the Sports Medicine staff.
• Create short and long-term goals with coaching staff.
• Communicate student-athlete’s progress with coaching staff.
• Perform various administrative duties as assigned by the Director of Sports Performance.
• Assist in the yearly budget forecast for the Sports Performance Department.
• Oversee the Sports Performance Department Internship Program.
• Directly supervise sports performance sessions for assigned teams as well as assist with additional team workouts. 
• Oversee the daily operations of the weight room (cleaning, equipment storage)
• Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by the Director of Sports Performance Coach.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in related field.
• Certified through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (CSCS) or Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Association (CSCCA)
• Three or more years coaching at the collegiate level required.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Must possess a current CPR certification at time of hire or must attain one within one month of the date of hire.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Ability to lift to fifty pounds. 
• Working knowledge of the repair and maintenance of athletic strength and training equipment.
• Successful supervisory experience.
• Working knowledge of budget and business practices preferred.
• Ability to demonstrate and communicate proper spotting and lifting techniques.
• Able to travel, normally required a valid driver’s license.
   

Other Information:   To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:   1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position 2.) a resume/curriculum vitae   Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.   Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. 
  For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on September 8, 2025.

For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair at Jason.grunkemeyer@maine.edu.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

 

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