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Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University Hawai'i may apply for Casual Hire positions, which include administrative, professional, and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular BOR and Civil Service employees such as paid leave and holidays. Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees, and up to 1 calendar year for part-time employees.
Title: Casual Hire - Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coordinator for Football
Hiring Unit: UHM Athletics
Location: Football
Date Posted: November 10, 2026
Closing Date: November 13, 2026
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
Other Conditions: Position is temporary casual hire position and offers no benefits, 89 day hire, not to exceed 40 hours/week. Hours may vary.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring a safe and effective strength and conditioning program to reduce injuries and improve performance for all football student-athletes at the direction of the Head Strength and Conditioning Coordinator for Football.
- Assists the Head Strength and Conditioning Coordinator for Football provide in season, off season, summer, and pre-season strength and conditioning programs for football. Programs must include strength training, conditioning, nutrition, pre testing, illustrations, diagrams and performance goals.
- Works closely with the Head Strength and Conditioning Coordinator for Football and football coaches to develop team and individual programs based on the latest techniques in assigned sports.
- Supervises football student-athletes and student assistants in the weight room at the discretion of the Head Strength and Conditioning Coordinator for Football.
- Promotes and maintains an environment where the physical, mental, social and academic well-being of all student-athletes are a priority.
- Maintains all strength and conditioning equipment through normal maintenance and cleaning.
- Instructs and provides information concerning strength training which includes nutritional counseling, rehabilitation training, and individual strength programs for football.
- Educates football student-athletes about the risks involved on the use of illegal drugs and alcohol. If needed, football student-athlete will be referred to counseling and treatment referral services.
- Keeps abreast of new techniques, methods and practices to consistently ensure and maintain that the strength and conditioning program meets standards.
- Develops and provides physical skills testing for football student-athletes at the discretion of the Head Strength and Conditioning Coordinator for Football.
- Works closely with the Certified Athletic Trainers to modify training programs to accommodate football student-athletes in rehabilitation.
- Flexible to work on weekends, nights and holidays as needed to accommodate teams, sporting events, and recruits visiting campus.
- Travels with the football team as assigned to regular and/or post-season competition.
- Assures that all activities are operated in compliance with NCAA, Conference and university rules and regulations.
- Maintains collaborative working relationships with administrators & coaches in the department, other college offices, & appropriate relationships with members of the media, donors, & other individuals interested in the Athletics Department & Football.
- Maintain confidentiality to include but not limited to information, files and records that the incumbent may obtain or possess, in accordance with federal and state laws and University of Hawai‘i policies.
- Responsible for performing the duties of a Campus Security Authority as defined by University policy and federal law with regards to the Clery Act.
- Knows, recognizes and complies with the laws, policies, rules and regulations governing the University of Hawai‘i and its employees, and the rules of the NCAA and affiliated conferences as now constituted or as may be amended in the future. Immediately advises the Director of Athletics or designee if there is reasonable cause to believe violations, whether by employees or students, have occurred or will occur.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Denotes Essential Functions
Minimum Qualifications
- Possession of a baccalaureate degree in exercise science or related field and 2 year(s) of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for intercollegiate athletics strength and conditioning program; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
- Considerable working knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the athletics strength and conditioning programs as demonstrated by the broad knowledge of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving concepts, principles and methodologies.
- Considerable working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations and theories and systems associated with athletics strength and conditioning programs.
- Demonstrated ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic to accurately determine the cause of the problems and the resolution of the problems in an effective, innovative and timely manner.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.
- Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software.
- For supervisory work, demonstrated ability to lead subordinates, manage work priorities and projects, and manage employee relations.
- Valid certification by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa) or Strength and Conditioning Coach (SCCC).
- Must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays during athletic related scheduled events and practices.
- Valid First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
- Ability to meet or exceed customer service needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner.
- Ability to work effectively and independently under pressure, with frequent interruptions, and remain flexible in handling several concurrent projects with competing deadlines.
- Ability to travel with the team 3-7 days per trip.
Desirable Qualifications
- United States of America Weightlifting Association (USAW) certification.
- Experience training collegiate football & Olympic sports.
To Apply:
Inquiries: Bobby Thomas, Football Head Strength and Conditioning Coord, wrt313@hawaii.edu
EEO, Clery Act, ADA
The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
Description
Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University Hawai'i may apply for Casual Hire positions, which include administrative, professional, and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular BOR and Civil Service employees such as paid leave and holidays. Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees, and up to 1 calendar year for part-time employees.
Title: Casual Hire - Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coordinator for Football
Hiring Unit: UHM Athletics
Location: Football
Date Posted: November 10, 2026
Closing Date: November 13, 2026
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
Other Conditions: Position is temporary casual hire position and offers no benefits, 89 day hire, not to exceed 40 hours/week. Hours may vary.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring a safe and effective strength and conditioning program to reduce injuries and improve performance for all football student-athletes at the direction of the Head Strength and Conditioning Coordinator for Football.
- Assists the Head Strength and Conditioning Coordinator for Football provide in season, off season, summer, and pre-season strength and conditioning programs for football. Programs must include strength training, conditioning, nutrition, pre testing, illustrations, diagrams and performance goals.
- Works closely with the Head Strength and Conditioning Coordinator for Football and football coaches to develop team and individual programs based on the latest techniques in assigned sports.
- Supervises football student-athletes and student assistants in the weight room at the discretion of the Head Strength and Conditioning Coordinator for Football.
- Promotes and maintains an environment where the physical, mental, social and academic well-being of all student-athletes are a priority.
- Maintains all strength and conditioning equipment through normal maintenance and cleaning.
- Instructs and provides information concerning strength training which includes nutritional counseling, rehabilitation training, and individual strength programs for football.
- Educates football student-athletes about the risks involved on the use of illegal drugs and alcohol. If needed, football student-athlete will be referred to counseling and treatment referral services.
- Keeps abreast of new techniques, methods and practices to consistently ensure and maintain that the strength and conditioning program meets standards.
- Develops and provides physical skills testing for football student-athletes at the discretion of the Head Strength and Conditioning Coordinator for Football.
- Works closely with the Certified Athletic Trainers to modify training programs to accommodate football student-athletes in rehabilitation.
- Flexible to work on weekends, nights and holidays as needed to accommodate teams, sporting events, and recruits visiting campus.
- Travels with the football team as assigned to regular and/or post-season competition.
- Assures that all activities are operated in compliance with NCAA, Conference and university rules and regulations.
- Maintains collaborative working relationships with administrators & coaches in the department, other college offices, & appropriate relationships with members of the media, donors, & other individuals interested in the Athletics Department & Football.
- Maintain confidentiality to include but not limited to information, files and records that the incumbent may obtain or possess, in accordance with federal and state laws and University of Hawai‘i policies.
- Responsible for performing the duties of a Campus Security Authority as defined by University policy and federal law with regards to the Clery Act.
- Knows, recognizes and complies with the laws, policies, rules and regulations governing the University of Hawai‘i and its employees, and the rules of the NCAA and affiliated conferences as now constituted or as may be amended in the future. Immediately advises the Director of Athletics or designee if there is reasonable cause to believe violations, whether by employees or students, have occurred or will occur.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Denotes Essential Functions
Minimum Qualifications
- Possession of a baccalaureate degree in exercise science or related field and 2 year(s) of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for intercollegiate athletics strength and conditioning program; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
- Considerable working knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the athletics strength and conditioning programs as demonstrated by the broad knowledge of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving concepts, principles and methodologies.
- Considerable working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations and theories and systems associated with athletics strength and conditioning programs.
- Demonstrated ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic to accurately determine the cause of the problems and the resolution of the problems in an effective, innovative and timely manner.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.
- Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software.
- For supervisory work, demonstrated ability to lead subordinates, manage work priorities and projects, and manage employee relations.
- Valid certification by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa) or Strength and Conditioning Coach (SCCC).
- Must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays during athletic related scheduled events and practices.
- Valid First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
- Ability to meet or exceed customer service needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner.
- Ability to work effectively and independently under pressure, with frequent interruptions, and remain flexible in handling several concurrent projects with competing deadlines.
- Ability to travel with the team 3-7 days per trip.
Desirable Qualifications
- United States of America Weightlifting Association (USAW) certification.
- Experience training collegiate football & Olympic sports.
To Apply:
Inquiries: Bobby Thomas, Football Head Strength and Conditioning Coord, wrt313@hawaii.edu
EEO, Clery Act, ADA
The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Assistant Athletic Trainer
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your bachelor's degree field to directly relate to athletic training duties. A degree in kinesiology, exercise science, or sports medicine satisfies this. A general physical education degree may invite an RFE, so gather transcripts showing coursework alignment before applying.
Target employers with multi-site LCA history
Each worksite requires its own certified LCA. If you'll rotate between facilities or travel with a team, confirm the employer has filed separate LCAs for each location. Ask HR about their multi-site compliance process before accepting an offer.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the certified wage level for Athletic Trainers in your target metro area. Your offer must meet or exceed that figure. Knowing the Level I through Level IV range helps you negotiate without jeopardizing LCA certification.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate's verified employer data
Search Assistant Athletic Trainer roles on Migrate Mate, which shows employers with verified H-1B visa LCA filing history by role and location. This surfaces university programs and sports medicine clinics that have already navigated the sponsorship process, not just posted generic openings.
Get your BOC certification before the I-129 is filed
Most sponsoring employers require Board of Certification credentials as part of the specialty occupation documentation package. Having your BOC certification letter in hand when the employer prepares the I-129 petition avoids delays and strengthens the degree-plus-credential argument to USCIS.
Account for the H-1B cap if you're not cap-exempt
University athletic departments and nonprofit hospital systems are often cap-exempt, meaning they can file year-round. Professional teams and for-profit sports medicine clinics are cap-subject. If your target employer is cap-subject, the selection rules have changed recently, so confirm timing with their immigration counsel early.
H-1B Visa Assistant Athletic Trainer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assistant Athletic Trainer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It qualifies when the employer structures the position to require a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as kinesiology, exercise science, or sports medicine. Many university programs and hospital-affiliated clinics document this requirement formally. If the employer lists the degree as preferred rather than required, USCIS may issue an RFE, so the job description language matters significantly.
Which types of employers most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for this role?
University and college athletic departments, professional and semi-professional sports franchises, and hospital-based sports medicine clinics are the most active sponsors. University employers often have the added advantage of being cap-exempt, allowing year-round filing. Browse employers with verified LCA filing history for this role on Migrate Mate to identify organizations that have already sponsored H-1B positions in athletic training.
What documents does my employer need to prepare for the H-1B petition?
Your employer must file a certified LCA with DOL establishing the prevailing wage for your worksite location, then submit Form I-129 to USCIS with supporting evidence of specialty occupation. That evidence typically includes the job description, your academic transcripts, your BOC certification, and any state athletic training licensure. Each distinct worksite requires its own separately certified LCA.
How long does H-1B status last for an Assistant Athletic Trainer?
USCIS grants H-1B status for an initial period of up to three years. The employer can file an extension for an additional three years, bringing the total to a six-year maximum. Beyond six years, continued H-1B status generally requires a pending or approved immigrant petition meeting specific USCIS milestones.
What happens if my duties require me to work at multiple venues or travel with a team?
Every worksite location requires its own separately certified LCA. If you travel with a team to away venues, your employer must file short-term placement or multi-site LCAs to cover those locations. Failure to have certified LCAs for each site is a compliance violation for the employer. Confirm your employer's multi-site LCA protocol before your contract is finalized.