The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Athletic Performance Coach. This is a contract, full-time position with a targeted salary range of $60,000 - $62,000/year with full health benefits and membership in the UC Retirement Plan. Under the general supervision of the Assistant Athletics Director, Olympic Sports Athletic Performance, the Assistant Athletic Performance Coach will support the development and management of athletic performance programs for assigned teams and student-athletes. The incumbent will focus on optimizing athletic performance through strength, power, speed, agility, conditioning, and recovery. The position also requires close collaboration with sport coaches, athletic trainers, and other DIA staff to ensure comprehensive athlete training and well-being.
All applicants should demonstrate the following abilities and requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or a related field required; Master’s degree in exercise science, sports science, or a related field preferred; CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) or CSCCA (Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association) certification (per NCAA legislation) required; Must possess and maintain current certifications in first aid, CPR, and AED use; Two years of collegiate coaching experience in athletic performance or a related field is preferred; Experience using Smartabase athlete management system or similar performance-tracking platforms is preferred; Excellent group presentation and communication skills to engage and instruct diverse groups of student-athletes; Strong interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with coaches, athletes, administrators, and colleagues; Ability to critically analyze performance data and adjust training programs accordingly; Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, Outlook email, calendaring, and athlete management platforms such as Smartabase and Teamworks; Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing shifting priorities and workload demands; Knowledge of NCAA, conference, and university rules and regulations, as well as the ability to comply with all policies and procedures.
Expressions of interest must be received by 8:59pm, November 11th, 2025. All applicants must submit their cover letter, resume, and references.
*Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background check performed by Universal Background Screening and UCLA Athletics.
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
“Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
