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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant director sports performance in the United States is $71,970.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,500.00 and $89,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Assistant Director of Sports Performance is a professional who supports the planning, development, and implementation of training and conditioning programs for athletes. They work closely with coaches, athletic trainers, and sports scientists to help athletes reach peak performance and prevent injuries. Their responsibilities often include overseeing strength and conditioning sessions, monitoring athletes' progress, and assisting in administrative tasks. This role typically requires a strong background in exercise science, sports performance, or a related field.

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To thrive as an Assistant Director Sports Performance, you need expertise in exercise science, strength and conditioning, and program management, often supported by a relevant degree and certifications like CSCS or SCCC. Familiarity with athlete management systems, performance tracking technology, and data analysis tools is typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and motivational skills help foster athlete development and effective staff collaboration. These competencies ensure the delivery of safe, evidence-based training programs that enhance athletic performance and team success.

How does an assistant director sports performance typically collaborate with coaches and athletic trainers to enhance athlete development?

An Assistant Director of Sports Performance works closely with coaches and athletic trainers to design and implement training programs that support athlete health, performance, and recovery. This collaboration often includes regular meetings to discuss athlete progress, sharing data from strength and conditioning sessions, and coordinating schedules to ensure seamless integration with practice and competition plans. By maintaining open communication and a team-based approach, the Assistant Director helps create a holistic environment that prioritizes both peak performance and injury prevention.

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Assistant Director, Sports Performance

Fairfield, CT

Fairfield University
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 501 - 1,000 employees

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago


Job description

Job Description:

General Position Summary:

Responsible for instructing and organizing all aspects of the Sports Performance/Strength and Conditioning Program for select sports including training, technical supervision, evaluation and preparation of practices and competition. Works in conjunction with the Assistant Director of Athletics/Sports Performance and the Head Coaches of designated sports in developing and administering sports performance/strength and conditioning programs unique to individual sports and athletes to help develop the student-athlete to their full potential. Travel is required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provide student-athletes with outcome driven sports performance programs based on the physical demands of the sport and the injury profile of the student-athlete.

  • Consult with assigned coaches in reference to sports performance/strength & conditioning programs and each sport's specific needs.

  • Conduct team by team introductions/reviews of sports performance/strength training and conditioning techniques.

  • Provide assigned teams with workouts to perform during break periods.

  • Create a positive culture of physical and mental well-being for the teams they work with and all Fairfield student-athletes.

  • Facilitate specific programming and analysis, develop a periodization plan for assigned team(s) throughout the year.

  • Responsible for holding the standards for exercise execution in regards to technique. Evaluation of how well assigned teams perform the exercises prescribed.

  • Provide specific feedback to the student athletes of their performance in relation to the Sports Performance department's standards.

  • Utilize available and emerging technologies to provide feedback and analysis to student-athletes and coaches.

  • Assist the Assistant Athletic Director/Sports Performance in all aspects of departmental operations.

Experience:

  • 2 years of experience minimal at the University level as a Strength & Conditioning/Sports Performance Coach or Assistant Coach

  • Membership in the NSCA (National Strength & Conditioning Association) required

  • CSCS (Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist) certification required

  • CPR/First Aid Certification required

  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license

  • Knowledge of strength training equipment required

  • Experience working with athlete monitor systems, data analytics, and sport technology preferred

Education:

B.S. in either Physical Education/Strength & Conditioning/Human Performance/Exercise Physiology or related field with an emphasis on Strength & Conditioning and/or Sports Performance. Master's Degree in related field preferred.


This position is based at Fairfield University's Fairfield, CT campus and is not eligible for immigration assistance.

Category:

Athletics - Admin

Performs such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.

*Disclaimer

The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, activities, and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

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