Director of Football Strength and Conditioning at Iowa State University

Position Title:Director of Football Strength and ConditioningAppointment Type:ContractJob Description:Iowa State University Athletics seeks a dynamic Director of Football Strength and Conditioning to lead the design and execution of a comprehensive training program for our Division I FBS student-athletes. This pivotal role reports to Administration and works in close partnership with the Head Football Coach to maximize performance health and competitive excellence. Examples of what youll do:Design and implement a comprehensive development program that will help ISU student-athletes minimize injury risk maximize athletic performance and optimize team successDirect all football weight room operations programming facility management budget S&C personnel and related administrative dutiesOversee the teaching and demonstration of proper exercise techniques ensuring safety and adapting workouts based on each student-athletes needs and health statusEducate and motivate student-athletesOversee testing data metrics analysis and daily performance reports on student-athletesRegularly and effectively communicate and collaborate with health performance and support staff (e.g. Sports Medicine Sports Nutrition Mental Health)Build trusting relationships with the coaches and student-athletes to develop proactive solutions to their requests/needsContribute to and enhance a competitive athletic experience while maintaining an environment conducive to the welfare and academic success of the student-athletesCommitment to and responsibility for adhering to all rules and regulations of the University Big 12 Conference andNCAA.The ideal candidate will have excellent technical knowledge and proven success with football S&C at a highly competitive level strong leadership and analytical skills exceptional motivational and communication skills and supervisory ability. Candidates are expected to be committed to multiculturalism and working with a diverse student body. Must be available and flexible to work evenings and/or weekends and to travel with the team.Candidates are required to have and maintain current certification through a nationally accredited strength and conditioning certification program in accordance withNCAArequirements.Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.Required QualificationsBachelors degree.Experience coaching strength and conditioning for a professional or collegiate football program.Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the NSCA or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) through the CSCCa.CPR/AEDand First Aid certified.Preferred QualificationsExperience strength coaching for aNCAADI football program.Supervisory management and budget experience.Advanced knowledge of Catapult GPS System.Masters degree in exercise science kinesiology or related field.Proposed Start Date:December 9 2025Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:Full timePay Grade:ContractApplication Instructions:To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum VitaeIf you have questions regarding this application process please email or call or Toll Free: 1-.Why Choose ISUIowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as: Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa) Life insurance and long-term disability Flexible Spending Accounts Various voluntary benefits and discounts Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing program.Original Posting Date:December 9 2025Posting Close Date:Job Requisition Number:R18273Required Experience:Director Key Skills Crisis Management,Marketing,Public Relations,Fundraising,Media Relations,Constant Contact,Strategic Planning,Social Media Management,Team Management,Public Speaking,Wordpress,Writing Skills Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1