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Job Title Associate Director, Sports Performance Coach
Department Athletic Teams
Job Code A21315
Job category Full Time Staff
Terms and Hours Full Time Exempt; hours of employment will fluctuate
Salary Range Starting Salary $53,278; commensurate with experience
Job Summary
The University of Portland is a National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) Division I institution and West Coast Conference (WCC) member located in Portland, Oregon. The Associate Director of Sports Performance Coach supports the Assistant Athletics Director of Sports Performance in the development of high-performance student athletes by providing varsity teams and athletes with year-round coaching and educational programs related to strength, speed, and conditioning.
Core Duties
- Serve as deputy director of sports performance, providing support in administration of sports performance and building relations with all head coaches and student-athletes beyond specifically assigned teams.
- Enhance potential sports performance and decrease potential injury of student-athletes by developing and implementing educational programs regarding:
- Strength, speed and conditioning programs.
- Nutrition and supplementation programs.
- Regeneration programs.
- Serve as staff contact for specified areas, such as continuing education, technology, food/nutrition and/or gear/apparel.
- Conduct individual and group instruction in strength, speed, and conditioning training activities.
- Coordinate, implement, and evaluate student-athlete performance testing as part of development of specific educational programs.
- Consult and assist University sports medicine staff regarding athletic injury prevention, rehabilitation, and nutrition/supplement education.
- Maintain a safe, positive, and orderly environment during all performance training activities.
- Maintain regular communication with coaches, sports medicine staff, and athletic administration in support of teams and individual student-athletes.
- Other instructional duties and responsibilities as assigned by Assistant Athletics Director of Sports Performance.
- Assist in the hiring, training, and management of student interns based on Sports Performance Department and University policies, procedures, operations and training philosophy.
- May be required to drive student athletes and/or other University personnel to practices, games, or other functions.
Other duties as relevant to the duties of the position or as assigned by supervisor or designee.
Please note that the above list of duties is not comprehensive but generally demonstrates the types of matters under this position’s purview and responsibility.
Education & Experience
- Required: Bachelor’s degree in exercise science or related field.
- Required: Two years of directly related club or collegiate Division I experience
- Preferred: Master’s degree in exercise science or related field.
- Or equivalent education and/or experience.
Certifications & Licenses
- Required: Valid Drivers License
- Required: First Aid/CPR Certified or ability to obtain certification.
- Required: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or Strength Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC).
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Instructional knowledge in sport performance, including strength and conditioning principles.
- Ability to develop educational programs related to sport performance.
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to lead, motivate and develop student-athletes and foster a cooperative work environment.
- Strong orientation towards continued learning and applying learning in the work setting.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines while maintaining strong attention to detail.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly to diverse audiences.
- Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, mentor, and develop staff and student-athletes while fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and the application of emerging best practices in sport science and performance.
- Professional judgment and demeanor, with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across a broad range of stakeholders, including students, families, faculty, staff, administrators, alumni, and the public.
- Ability to navigate and operate effectively within a complex university environment, including adherence to institutional policies, procedures, and compliance standards.
- Knowledge of injury prevention and basic response protocols, including the ability to provide assistance to injured student-athletes in coordination with sports medicine staff.
- Professional demeanor and ability to establish effective working relationships, professional rapport, and effectively accomplish work within a University setting that includes a wide array of individuals, groups, policies, and processes. Ability to work effectively with various constituencies including students, the general public, faculty, staff, administrators, alumni, and other members of the UP community.
- Competence with and commitment to inclusive excellence; ability to be an effective partner with diverse students, faculty, and staff.
- Working knowledge of or ability to quickly learn NCAA (or other sport governing body) rules and regulations applicable to athletic fields and grounds.
- Ability to use and learn computers, technology, software, and applications at the level of sophistication required for the duties of this position, including, without limitation, Microsoft Office and the internet.
- All University of Portland positions require the ability to quickly learn and use new technologies, software, and applications in depth and at level of proficiency required for duties of the position. In most situations, the necessity of learning, using, and supporting new technologies, software, and/or applications does not change a job description nor make the position one that involves higher level duties.
Physical Requirements
- This position requires the physical ability to demonstrate strength, speed, and conditioning activities, techniques, and skills.
- Frequently: stand, walk, bend, twist, use fingers and hands to handle materials and tools or equipment, and reach with hands and/or arms.
- Frequently: lift, carry, push and pull objects that weigh up to 50 pounds.
- Frequently: ability to attend events and activities on or off campus.
- Frequently: ability to work flexible and irregular hours, including mornings, nights, holidays, and weekends as necessary, as well as attendance at home and away events.
Travel: ability to travel, mostly by car; ability to drive.
Working Conditions
- Hours of employment: the position requires working flexible and irregular hours, including mornings, nights, holidays, and weekends as necessary, as well as attendance at home and away events.
- Work related stress: stress from work related situations such as those involving competitive, challenging, urgent, or time sensitive matters.
- Travel: travel to local and domestic away competitions, and other events and activities will be required.
Work Standards
- Respect for the University’s mission and Catholic identity: demonstrates commitment to learning, respecting, and contributing to the mission of the University, a Catholic and Congregation of Holy Cross institution. The University’s mission statement states in relevant part: “we pursue teaching and learning, faith and formation, service and leadership in the classroom, residence halls, and the world.” The University’s Statement of Inclusion states in relevant part: “Our belief in the inherent dignity of each person is founded upon the social teaching of the Catholic Church. At the center of that teaching is the fundamental mandate that every person, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, social or economic class, age, or disability shall be treated with respect and dignity.”
- The full Mission Statement is at: www.up.edu/about/mission.
- The full Statement of Inclusion is at: www.up.edu/disclosures/inclusion.
- Promote culture of safety: demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
- Compliance with laws and policies and procedures: subject to and expected to comply with all applicable laws and University, departmental, and other applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to, the personnel, business, and/or other policies of the University and the National Collegiate Athletics Association and West Coast Conference.
- Compliance with driving-related laws and requirements: when conducting University business while driving, must comply with the Oregon Vehicle Code and University of Portland driving requirements.
- Interpersonal skills: demonstrates the ability to work professionally with all University of Portland community members, external organizations, and any other person or organization employee interacts with in his or her University capacity.
Benefits
Medical and dental insurance, life insurance, sick time and vacation time consistent with University policies, long-term disability insurance, flexible spending account benefits, tuition remission benefits generally starting after 90 days (employee) or 2 years (spouse and children) of employment, retirement contributions generally starting after 2 years of employment, and eligibility for the University’s home purchase assistance program consistent with program requirements. (Benefits are subject to all relevant University policies, practices, contracts, and any other relevant materials.)
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number S374-2023
Number of Vacancies 1
Estimated Start Date
Open Date 06/05/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled No
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Where Oregon roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Sports Job Market in Oregon
A snapshot from current Oregon openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Columbia Sportswear Company10

- Columbia Sportswear9

- Sportsman's Warehouse3

- Oregon State University2

- University of Oregon2

Top Industries Hiring
- Fashion & Apparel20
- Education5
- Retail3
What Oregon Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sports jobs across Oregon.
- Bachelor's degree in kinesiology, sports management, exercise science, or a related field
- Relevant certification such as CSCS, CPR/AED, ATC, or sport-specific coaching credentials
- Demonstrated experience working with athletes or in a competitive sports environment
- Proficiency in performance tracking software, video analysis tools, or sports management platforms
- Strong communication and teamwork skills for collaborating with coaches, athletes, and staff
- Ability to work irregular hours including evenings, weekends, and travel during seasons
Sports Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How many sports jobs are there in Oregon?
There are 29+ sports openings in Oregon on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Portland, Corvallis, and Eugene. New positions post regularly as employers across Oregon hire.
Which Oregon cities have the most sports jobs?
Portland, Corvallis, and Eugene have the most sports openings in Oregon right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire sportss in Oregon?
Employers hiring sportss in Oregon include Columbia Sportswear Company, Columbia Sportswear, and Sportsman's Warehouse, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote sports jobs in Oregon?
Yes. About 41% of sports openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Oregon metros.
How do I apply for sports jobs in Oregon?
You can apply to sports jobs in Oregon directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Oregon location, then apply to each one that fits.
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