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As of Jul 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for velocity sports performance in the United States is $99,528.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,500.00 and $126,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Velocity Sports Performance job typically involves training athletes to enhance their speed, agility, strength, and overall athletic performance. Coaches and trainers use science-based methods to help athletes of all levels improve their skills and prevent injuries. Positions may include performance coaches, strength and conditioning specialists, and athletic trainers. The job often requires expertise in sports science, biomechanics, and fitness training techniques.

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In a Velocity Sports Performance role, your daily responsibilities often include designing and leading sports-specific training sessions, conducting performance assessments, and tracking athlete progress. You’ll collaborate closely with other performance coaches, athletic trainers, and sometimes physical therapists to ensure athletes achieve their peak potential safely. The job may also involve educating athletes about injury prevention, proper nutrition, and recovery strategies. Working in this dynamic environment, you can expect to mentor athletes ranging from youth to professionals, contributing to a team-oriented, high-energy atmosphere.

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To thrive in a Velocity Sports Performance role, a strong background in exercise science, athletic training, and coaching—often supported by relevant degrees and certifications (such as CSCS or NASM)—is essential. Familiarity with performance assessment tools, strength and conditioning equipment, and athlete monitoring systems is typically required. Exceptional communication, motivational, and leadership skills help foster athlete development and team cohesion. These competencies ensure effective coaching, maximize athlete performance, and enable safe, results-driven training environments.

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Infographic showing various Velocity Sports Performance job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, and 14% Part Time. Highlights an 86% In-person, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,528 per year, or $47.9 per hour.
Assistant Athletic Performance Coach

Assistant Athletic Performance Coach

The University Of Iowa

Iowa City, IA • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

University Of Iowa rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 84 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

415th of 544 rated colleges and universities

Job description

The University of Iowa Department of Athletics seeks applications for an Assistant Athletic Performance Coach. This is a full-time (at-will and FLSA-exempt) position which includes full University benefits. The University of Iowa is an NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Big Ten Conference. The Department of Athletics manages 22 varsity sports programs and related events with a workforce of approximately 250 regular employees and 300 temporary employees. Athletics is a people-centric organization that operates under a "Win. Graduate. Do It Right." philosophy. For more information regarding Athletics, please click here.

Responsibilities: The Assistant Athletic Performance Coach is responsible for providing instructional, programming, supervision, and corrective exercise assistance to the Director of Athletic Performance for the purpose of building a successful, competitive intercollegiate sports program that also retains and graduates student-athletes.  

Benefits Highlights: Excellent fringe benefit package including paid vacation and sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. The University of Iowa is a Big Ten, nationally ranked research university with 30,000 students located in Iowa City. A vibrant community boasting excellent public schools, safe, comfortable neighborhoods, affordable housing, a highly educated population, and numerous cultural, recreational, and sporting opportunities and events contribute to the Iowa City area frequently appearing high on the best-places-to-live listings. Go to "Working at Iowa" to learn more.

Required Qualifications:  

  • Bachelor Degree (or international equivalent) in exercise related field;
  • CSCCa Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) or NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS);
  • One year of experience working as a strength and conditioning coach in a collegiate or professional setting;
  • Demonstrated extensive proficiency in: 
    • designing speed, strength, and conditioning programs in a progressive manner;
    • assisting the rehabilitative phase of injury recovery;
    • sports technology for monitoring and performance assessment;
      • force plates and/or velocity based training
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
  • Demonstrated experience in performance management, including effectively teaching and supervising small and large groups of student-athletes;
  • Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationships;
  • Working knowledge of and ability to:
    • Utilize basic office support software (word processing, email, presentation software and spreadsheets) 
    • Operate effectively within a highly regulated team environment.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Higher education coursework in a related field;
  • Experience coaching elite-level athletes at the collegiate level is highly desired;
  • Experience coaching baseball student athletes at the collegiate or professional level is highly desired; 
  • Demonstrated experience and working knowledge of 
    • NCAA Division I strength and conditioning processes, issues, considerations;
    • Management and implementation of performance/readiness metrics.

Application Process:  Visit our website at http://jobs.uiowa.edu and search for keywords "Assistant Coach" Only applications submitted at https://jobs.uiowa.edu will be accepted.

  • Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. 
  • Applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a relevant file to the submission.  Applications without both a cover letter and resume will be considered incomplete and ineligible for consideration. 
  • Successful candidates will be subject to a credential/education verification and criminal background check and be required to self-disclose any conviction history. 
  • Five professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. 
  • As a part of the University of Iowa's review of your application and consistent with its policies and practices, the University may access and/or view information about you that is job-related and publicly available on the internet, including but not limited to information on social media sites. The access, viewing and/or use of such information is governed by the University's Policy on Human Rights, as well as state and federal law.
  • For questions or additional information, please contact athletics tanner-erwin@uiowa.edu

About Iowa: 

  • Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success. 
  • Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance. 
  • Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation. 
  • Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution. 
Additional Information
  • Classification Title: Assistant Coach
  • Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
  • Schedule: Full-time
  • Work Modality Options: On Campus
Compensation
  • Pay Level: 09
  • Starting Salary Minimum: 55,000
  • Starting Salary Maximum: Commensurate
Contact Information
  • Organization: Athletics
  • Contact Name: Tanner Erwin
  • Contact Email: tanner-erwin@uiowa.edu

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