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About Buffalo State Buffalo State is one of the largest comprehensive schools in the State University of New York system. As a civically minded, urban-engaged campus community located in the city’s cultural corridor, Buffalo State prides itself as having smaller learning environments coupled with larger university opportunities. Boasting a diverse and inclusive campus, Buffalo State is committed to the intellectual, personal, and professional growth of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The school’s mission is to deliver a broad array of high-quality and distinctive academic programs infused with diversity, creativity, and hands-on learning opportunities for hardworking students who seek a personalized and affordable education that engages their minds and advances their careers. Buffalo State is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, service, scholarship, creative activity, and cultural enrichment. With degree programs in education, the arts, science, arts and humanities, and professional studies, each year over 6,000 students choose Buffalo State. Buffalo State welcomes applicants who are committed to helping us fulfill our mission.
Faculty/Professional Professional
Department Intercollegiate Athletics
Local Title Strength & Conditioning Coach
Budget Title Assistant Coach
Rank SL-2
Line Number 50128
Salary Range Competitive
FTE Full-Time
Bargaining Unit UUP
PRODiG+ Position No
Executive Position No
FLSA Exempt
Department Website http://www.buffalostateathletics.com
Brief Job Description This position is responsible for supervision and instruction of comprehensive strength and conditioning programs to Buffalo State student-athletes in all varsity, NCAA sponsored sports. This person will run strength related practices, ensuring Varsity Weight Room and associated equipment is available and in excellent working condition and create and administer the budget for the Varsity Weight Room and all strength & conditioning related equipment. They are responsible for the supervision of strength and conditioning facilities. They create physical conditioning programs for the department of intercollegiate athletics and coach individual student-athletes and teams on proper technique, periodization, and best practices. They are responsible for the Varsity Weight Room facility, scheduling of teams, scheduling of supervision, implementing and enforcing policies and safety protocol, and all equipment procurement and upkeep. Will perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics that are consistent with the skills and abilities related to this position and that address the University’s strategic goals.
This is an Appendix B position not eligible for permanent appointment.
Special Notes: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that Buffalo State University is not an an E-Verify employer.
Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in related field. Strength and conditioning certification from a nationally recognized certification program. Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification. Experience developing, implementing and assessing individual and group programming in strength & conditioning.
Preferred Qualifications
Anticipated Date of Hire 01/14/2027
Priority Review Date
Application Deadline Date 12/01/2026
Open Until Filled No
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Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.buffalostate.edu/postings/8577
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Buffalo State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution that subscribes to all federal, state, and SUNY legal requirements and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status (Nondiscrimination Notice). Any violation of this policy should be reported to the Institutional Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Office, Cleveland Hall 204, (716) 878-6210. Buffalo State is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. If you have any questions, please contact Jamie Warnes at warnesje@buffalostate.edu or call (716) 878-3042.
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