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Get Access To All JobsTitle: Assistant Coach - Sports Performance
Executive Area: Athletics
College/School/MBU: Athletics
Department: Athletics
Work Location: Amherst
Schedule: Full time
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Job Summary
The Assistant Coach - Sports Performance supports the Department and University’s mission by supporting the Sports Performance Director of Olympic Sports and their respective coaches in enhancing the speed, strength, and conditioning of student-athletes through the use of sport specific, scientifically based training programs.
Essential Functions
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Devotes their full time, attention, and energies to their duties as Sports Performance Coach of assigned athletic team(s).
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Complies fully with the rules, regulations, and policies of the University, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and any and all conferences in which the assigned athletic team(s) participate and takes every reasonable precaution to ensure that all members of the assigned athletic team’s staff and student athletes comply fully with such rules, regulations and policies. Sports Performance Coach understands they are subject to all applicable disciplinary or corrective actions as set forth in the NCAA enforcement procedures as they may be amended from time to time.
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Assists the Head Coach in creating a positive student-athlete experience and healthy team dynamics/culture that foster high student-athlete retention.
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Uses reasonable efforts to cultivate a culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. Strives to recruit and retain student-athletes with multifaceted backgrounds, skillsets, and passions.
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Uses reasonable efforts to foster success in competition of the assigned athletic team(s).
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Uses reasonable efforts to meet annual performance objectives established by the Sports Performance Director of Olympic Sports.
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Understands the University shall annually evaluate their performance based upon the performance of their duties and responsibilities.
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Additional Department Expectations:
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Ensures that proper safety procedures are followed by all student-athletes (all coaches must be certified in CPR and first aid).
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Works with athletics trainers and physicians as needed to implement team wellness and conditioning programs.
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Supports direction head coach gives to the Sports Performance coach as to the desired training goals.
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Responsible for working with all Athletic Department Offices in processing of administrative functions and paperwork related to overseeing the assigned athletic program(s).
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Works with the Associate AD for Facilities, Operations & Events in the advising, planning, and implementation of pertinent facility management and maintenance for equipment and facilities.
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Attends conventions, conferences, and clinics consistent with Department and University policies.
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Serves on Department and University committees as assigned.
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As a member of a Division I program for the University of Massachusetts, represents the University and program in a manner that supports the mission of the University. Speaking engagements, instructional clinics, development efforts, and community relation programs need to reflect a professional and positive impression to the media or general public.
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Works with student-athletes and monitors their adherence to rules and regulations concerning conduct, appearance, and punctuality.
Other Functions
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution.
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Minimum of one year of strength and conditioning coaching experience.
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Ability to work weekends and nights.
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Good oral and written communication skills.
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Knowledge of the physiological principles and various philosophies of the profession.
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Demonstrated evidence of ability to teach various constituencies about strength and conditioning principles.
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Required to have a certificate from the National Strength and Conditioning Association, Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association or International Sport Sciences Association.
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Moderate to high movement and activity required; responsibilities include extended periods of standing.
Preferred Qualifications
- One year of strength and conditioning coaching experience at the intercollegiate level.
Additional Details
The position is typically for one year, with the possibility of reappointment.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in indoor and/or outdoor athletic facilities and venues. May require travel to competitions, lifting and transporting equipment, prolonged standing, and walking during practices, games, and recruiting activities.
Work Schedule and Work Arrangement
Shifts vary; Work week includes nights, weekends and holidays.
Salary Information
UMass Amherst expects to pay within an approximate range between $50,000 and $55,000 for this position.
Special Instructions for Applicants
Along with the application, please submit a resume and cover letter. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references.
This position will remain open for the time period required by any applicable collective bargaining agreement and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.
Title: Assistant Coach - Sports Performance
Executive Area: Athletics
College/School/MBU: Athletics
Department: Athletics
Work Location: Amherst
Schedule: Full time
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Job Summary
The Assistant Coach - Sports Performance supports the Department and University’s mission by supporting the Sports Performance Director of Olympic Sports and their respective coaches in enhancing the speed, strength, and conditioning of student-athletes through the use of sport specific, scientifically based training programs.
Essential Functions
-
Devotes their full time, attention, and energies to their duties as Sports Performance Coach of assigned athletic team(s).
-
Complies fully with the rules, regulations, and policies of the University, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and any and all conferences in which the assigned athletic team(s) participate and takes every reasonable precaution to ensure that all members of the assigned athletic team’s staff and student athletes comply fully with such rules, regulations and policies. Sports Performance Coach understands they are subject to all applicable disciplinary or corrective actions as set forth in the NCAA enforcement procedures as they may be amended from time to time.
-
Assists the Head Coach in creating a positive student-athlete experience and healthy team dynamics/culture that foster high student-athlete retention.
-
Uses reasonable efforts to cultivate a culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. Strives to recruit and retain student-athletes with multifaceted backgrounds, skillsets, and passions.
-
Uses reasonable efforts to foster success in competition of the assigned athletic team(s).
-
Uses reasonable efforts to meet annual performance objectives established by the Sports Performance Director of Olympic Sports.
-
Understands the University shall annually evaluate their performance based upon the performance of their duties and responsibilities.
-
Additional Department Expectations:
-
Ensures that proper safety procedures are followed by all student-athletes (all coaches must be certified in CPR and first aid).
-
Works with athletics trainers and physicians as needed to implement team wellness and conditioning programs.
-
Supports direction head coach gives to the Sports Performance coach as to the desired training goals.
-
Responsible for working with all Athletic Department Offices in processing of administrative functions and paperwork related to overseeing the assigned athletic program(s).
-
Works with the Associate AD for Facilities, Operations & Events in the advising, planning, and implementation of pertinent facility management and maintenance for equipment and facilities.
-
Attends conventions, conferences, and clinics consistent with Department and University policies.
-
Serves on Department and University committees as assigned.
-
As a member of a Division I program for the University of Massachusetts, represents the University and program in a manner that supports the mission of the University. Speaking engagements, instructional clinics, development efforts, and community relation programs need to reflect a professional and positive impression to the media or general public.
-
Works with student-athletes and monitors their adherence to rules and regulations concerning conduct, appearance, and punctuality.
Other Functions
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
-
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution.
-
Minimum of one year of strength and conditioning coaching experience.
-
Ability to work weekends and nights.
-
Good oral and written communication skills.
-
Knowledge of the physiological principles and various philosophies of the profession.
-
Demonstrated evidence of ability to teach various constituencies about strength and conditioning principles.
-
Required to have a certificate from the National Strength and Conditioning Association, Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association or International Sport Sciences Association.
-
Moderate to high movement and activity required; responsibilities include extended periods of standing.
Preferred Qualifications
- One year of strength and conditioning coaching experience at the intercollegiate level.
Additional Details
The position is typically for one year, with the possibility of reappointment.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in indoor and/or outdoor athletic facilities and venues. May require travel to competitions, lifting and transporting equipment, prolonged standing, and walking during practices, games, and recruiting activities.
Work Schedule and Work Arrangement
Shifts vary; Work week includes nights, weekends and holidays.
Salary Information
UMass Amherst expects to pay within an approximate range between $50,000 and $55,000 for this position.
Special Instructions for Applicants
Along with the application, please submit a resume and cover letter. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references.
This position will remain open for the time period required by any applicable collective bargaining agreement and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as an Assistant Coach
Match your degree to the posting
TN eligibility for coaching roles hinges on a direct match between your credential and the job description. A degree in physical education, kinesiology, or sports science strengthens your case far more than a general studies background.
Request a detailed offer letter
Your employer's offer letter must specify that a bachelor's degree in a related field is required for the role. Vague language like 'preferred' or 'or equivalent experience' gives a CBP officer reason to question TN classification.
Target employers with recent visa sponsorship experience
NCAA Division I and II athletic departments, professional sports organizations, and large university systems have experience with work visa sponsorship. Prioritize these over smaller programs where HR may be unfamiliar with the TN visa process and employer support letter requirements.
Verify your credential recognition before applying
If your coaching degree is from a Mexican or Canadian institution, confirm it's recognized as equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree. USCIS does not evaluate foreign credentials directly, so have a credential evaluation ready before your application.
Use Migrate Mate to filter sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to find assistant coach openings at employers actively offering TN visa sponsorship. Filtering by sponsorship upfront saves time and connects you directly with programs already set up to hire across the border.
Prepare for same-day entry if you're Canadian
Canadian citizens can present TN documentation at a land port of entry or pre-clearance location without a prior visa appointment. Bring your offer letter, degree transcripts, and any coaching certifications to avoid delays at the border.
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Find Assistant Coach JobsAssistant Coach TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an assistant coach role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes, but qualification depends on the specific position. The role must require a bachelor's degree in a field like physical education, kinesiology, or sports science. If the job description lists degree requirements as preferred rather than required, or if it's primarily a hands-on training role without an academic credential requirement, TN classification may not apply.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for assistant coach positions?
TN has no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and can be processed at the border in a single day. H-1B requires employer sponsorship months in advance, enters a random lottery with roughly 25% selection odds, and has an October 1 start date. For Canadian or Mexican coaches, TN is a faster and more predictable path if the role qualifies.
What documents does my employer need to provide for TN sponsorship?
Your employer needs to provide a detailed offer letter on company letterhead that states your job title, duties, the degree field required, your start date, and your compensation. The letter must clearly establish that the role meets the USMCA specialty occupation criteria. You will also need your original degree transcripts or diploma and any relevant coaching certifications.
Where can I find assistant coach jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point for Canadian and Mexican professionals. You can search specifically for assistant coach roles at employers that already offer TN visa sponsorship, which removes the friction of approaching programs unfamiliar with cross-border hiring. Filtering by sponsorship type at the start of your search focuses your effort on positions where approval is realistic.
Can a Mexican citizen use TN to work as an assistant coach in the U.S.?
Yes. Mexican citizens are eligible for TN classification under USMCA for qualifying assistant coach roles, but unlike Canadians, they must apply through a U.S. consulate in Mexico rather than at the border. There is an annual TN allocation for Mexican nationals, so processing timelines and appointment availability vary. A certified offer letter and credential documentation are required at the consular interview.
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