Strength & Conditioning Coach

Texas Lutheran University invites applications for a full-time Strength & Conditioning Coach.   

The Strength and Conditioning Coach is responsible for the development, implementation, and supervision of comprehensive strength, conditioning, and performance programs for student-athletes across Texas Lutheran University’s 19 varsity sports. This position supports the holistic development of student-athletes in alignment with the mission and philosophy of Division III athletics and TLU Athletics by emphasizing academic success, health, and overall well-being.

Responsibilities include:

• Design and implement sport-specific strength and conditioning programs for off-season, pre-season and in-season for TLU’s 19 varsity sports. 
• Conduct performance assessments and track athlete progress. 
• Ensure programs are appropriate for varying experience levels and athletic demands. 
• Lead and supervise team training sessions. 
• Instruct proper lifting techniques, speed, agility, and conditioning drills. 
• Collaborate with athletic trainers to support injury prevention and rehabilitation efforts. 
• Modify programs for injured or recovering athletes as needed. 
• Promote overall health, nutrition awareness, and recovery strategies. 
• Oversee daily operations of the Lundquist Student Athlete Center. 
• Maintain equipment and ensure safety standards are upheld. 
• Enforce policies and procedures for facility use. 
• Manage budget and purchasing of necessary equipment, tracking systems, etc.
• Work closely with head coaches to align training with team goals. 
• Communicate regularly with sports medicine staff, sport coaches and athletics administration. 
• Educate coaches and athletes on performance best practices. 
• Ensure compliance with NCAA Division III rules and institutional policies. 
• Maintain accurate records of training programs and athlete participation. 
• Assist with scheduling and organization of facility usage. 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field. 
• Current certification from a nationally recognized organization (e.g., NSCA-CSCS or CSCCa-SCCC). 
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification. 
• Strong knowledge of strength training, conditioning, and injury prevention principles.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree in a related field. 
• Previous experience working in collegiate athletics.
• Experience working with multiple sports programs. 
• Familiarity with performance tracking software.

Benefits are competitive.  Texas Lutheran University, an accredited university affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, is located 35 miles from downtown San Antonio.  For more information about TLU, consult our web site at www.tlu.edu.  Please submit an application, a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for at least three professional references to:

Human Resources

Texas Lutheran University

1000 W. Court Street

Seguin, Texas 78155

E-mail: humanresources@tlu.edu

Fax: (830) 372-6409

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made. Texas Lutheran University (TLU) is an official U.S. News & World Report “Best Colleges” selection among regional colleges in the West, ranking fourth on the list for “Best Value,” third for “Best Colleges for Veterans,” and eighth overall. This is the eleventh consecutive year TLU has been featured in the U.S. News and World Report rankings. Other notable recognitions include TLU’s acknowledgment as a “Best Southwest” school by The Princeton Review. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is also subject to the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA).