Assistant Wellness Director & Strength and Conditioning Coach

Bethel University
United States, Minnesota, St. Paul
Jan 29, 2026
Assistant Wellness Director & Strength and Conditioning Coach About the role Wellness Center/Athletics \| Full-Time, Year-Round Bethel University is seeking a n Assistant Wellness Center Director and Strength and Conditioning Coach to create and lead team workouts for all varsity sports to elevate sports performance through injury prevention, power production, and functional movement. This position will be responsible for the management & supervision of all Wellness Center operations. They will also provide oversight for the development & implementation of all Wellness Center processes, procedures, programming, & scheduling while training/mentoring a student staff. We are hoping to fill this position by mid-March. What you'll do* Strength and Conditioning Oversight Collaborate with coaches and athletic training personnel to design, schedule, and implement strength and conditioning workout programs for 18 varsity sport teams using Teambuildr Software. Engage with Athletic Training personnel to maintain awareness of athlete injuries. Create special rehab protocols for return to play. Provide leadership for holistic development of student athletes including nurturing their spiritual formation, giving attention to their physical well-being, and facilitating a workout culture that produces vitality resulting in high student-athlete satisfaction. Provide oversight for the training, scheduling and mentoring of student Strength and Conditioning staff. Wellness Center Administration Develop and implement policies, and procedures directly related to Wellness Center operations, including hiring, managing, training and evaluating Wellness Center operational staff. Supervise recruitment efforts and staff selection process leading to fair & efficient operations. Plan and conduct ongoing staff training. Lead team of student managers providing oversight for scheduling, maintenance, marketing, initiatives, & staff mentorship. Provide oversight for the purchasing and replacement of WLC equipment in line with WLC budget considerations. Qualifications Demonstrated organizational, leadership and communication skills. Demonstrated strong commitment to the Student-Athlete concept. Knowledge of sports management and the safety and legal guidelines for Division III intercollegiate sport Demonstrated ability to work alongside coaches, players, students, staff, and faculty in a cooperative and collaborative style. Self-motivated and detail oriented. Demonstrated understanding of fitness, physical wellness, and sport-specific strength & conditioning programming. Commitment to long term athlete development and the ability to partner with coaches, training staff, and each athlete. Ability to lead/mentor 30-40 student workers and 400+ athletes. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information Knowledge of NCAA, MIAC, and institutional rules/regulations Experience 2+ years collegiate strength & conditioning experience or 4+ years of high school/private strength & conditioning experience required. CPR/AED certification required. One or more of the following certifications: CSCS, USAWL, CSCCa. Previous experience using Teambuildr, Flex VBT, & Freelap desired. Previous experience in fitness center operations desired. Education Bachelor's Degree Working Conditions: Needs stamina and strength to lift, move and work with fitness equipment in excess of 50lbs. Ability to work indoors/outdoors with crowds and loud music. Must have ability to work occasional nights/weekends. Expected Hours of Work: Typically, days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, with the expectation to work specific schedules and hours as identified and communicated by management. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. This is a 40 hour per week, 12 months per year position. About Bethel University Bethel University is a leader in Christ-centered higher education with approximately 4,700 students from 50 states and 32 countries enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, seminary, and adult education programs. Based in St. Paul, Minnesota, Bethel offers bachelor's and advanced degrees in nearly 100 fields. Educationally excellent classroom-based and online programs equip graduates to make exceptional contributions in life-long service to God and the world. Bethel University's Christ-centered mission includes a commitment to equal educational opportunity and equal employment opportunity. Bethel does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, or age in its admissions, educational programs, or employment practices. The pay range for this role is: 48,000 - 51,500 USD per year (Bethel University) To apply, visit https://ats.rippling.com/bethel-university-staff/jobs/f13ae960-fb9f-4c51-a9a9-d674923e4623 jeid-73839a7dc3bf234e82ad75949bf9b3cc