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Assistant Olympic Weightlifting Coach (Part-Time)

Olympic Weightlifting Coach (Full-Time)

Position: Assistant Olympic Weightlifting Coach (Part-Time)

Date Posted: March 26, 2025

Austin Barbell, the Austin's premier Olympic Weightlifting Club, is on the lookout for a dedicated, energetic Assistant Coach to join our powerhouse coaching team. If you're passionate about lifting others (and barbells), can drop ego faster than a loaded snatch, and thrive as part of a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you!

Position Details:

• Initial commitment: 4-8 hours per week, with potential to scale up hours and compensation for exceptional performers.

• Locations: Choose your home base—South Austin or North Austin.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and assist in coaching small group training sessions (solo or as a dynamic duo).

• Foster meaningful athlete interactions, tracking accountability, goals, and progress.

• Attend weekly team meetings to strategize and align coaching approaches.

• Support prospect management and smoothly onboard new members.

• Engage in light sales activities and membership management tasks.

• Maintain gym cleanliness and ensure all equipment stays competition-ready.

What We Require:

• Authorized work visa or US Citizenship.

• Enthusiasm, positivity, and genuine care for athlete development.

• Proven capability in leading both individual and group training sessions.

• USA Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach (Level 1 minimum), SafeSport Certified, USAW Background Checked, and CPR/AED Certified.

• Ability to independently manage athletes of varying skill levels.

• Tech-savvy, proficient with digital tools like iPads, gym software, Google Sheets, etc.

• Austin local, with reliable transportation between our North and South locations.

• Current USA Weightlifting membership in good standing.

Bonus Points For:

• Olympic Weightlifting experience as an athlete, coach, or both.

• Coaching group sessions or personal training.

• Basic nutritional knowledge and familiarity with healthy lifestyle practices.

• Expertise in exercise modification for individual athlete needs.

• Competition background in Olympic Weightlifting.

• Experience designing weightlifting training programs.

• Sales and follow-up communication experience.

• Availability for early morning sessions.

Perks & Compensation:

• Competitive pay: $20-$34/hr (based on experience).

• Clear growth pathways and promotional opportunities.

• Quarterly professional development and up-skill training.

• Performance-based bonus opportunities.

• Team uniforms and complimentary gym membership.

Hiring Manager: Sr. Lead Coach - Tina Martinez

Ready to lift your coaching career to new heights? Apply Below

Position: Olympic Weightlifting Coach (Full-Time)

Date Posted: March 16, 2025

Austin Barbell, Austin’s premier Olympic Weightlifting Club, is seeking a dedicated, dynamic full-time Assistant Coach to become a vital part of our elite coaching squad. If you have a passion for empowering athletes, the humility to leave your ego at the door faster than a missed clean and jerk, and love thriving in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment—we want you on our platform!

Position Details:

Commitment: Full-time, 35-40 hours per week

Location: Primarily based in your choice of South Austin or North Austin, with occasional travel between locations as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and co-coach small and large group Olympic Weightlifting sessions.

• Establish meaningful connections with athletes, closely tracking goals, accountability, and progress.

• Participate in weekly team strategy meetings, helping drive our unified coaching philosophy.

• Oversee the onboarding process for new members, providing seamless integration into the Austin Barbell community.

• Actively support membership growth through prospect outreach, retention strategies, and membership management tasks.

• Maintain impeccable gym standards, ensuring equipment and training spaces meet competition readiness.

What We Require:

• Authorized work visa or US Citizenship.

• A high-energy, positive attitude combined with genuine dedication to athlete growth.

• Demonstrated excellence in coaching diverse athlete populations in individual and group settings.

• Current USA Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach (Level 1 minimum), SafeSport Certification, USAW Background Check, and CPR/AED Certification.

• Ability to independently develop, instruct, and adapt training sessions for athletes across skill levels.

• Strong technology skills, comfortable with iPads, gym management software, Google Workspace, and other digital coaching tools.

• Austin-based with reliable transportation between gym locations.

• Active, good-standing USA Weightlifting membership.

Bonus Points For:

• Previous competitive experience as an athlete or coach in Olympic Weightlifting.

• Experience in personal training and group coaching sessions.

• Nutritional knowledge and ability to guide athletes on healthy lifestyle practices.

• Proven skills in modifying exercises to meet individual athlete needs.

• Ability to develop and implement comprehensive weightlifting training programs.

• Proven track record in sales, client management, and effective follow-up communication.

• Flexibility and availability to coach early morning and evening training sessions.

Perks & Compensation:

• Competitive annual salary, commensurate with experience.

• PTO, Personal Days & Sick Leave

• Complimentary gym membership.

• Employee Discounts (merchandise and products)

• Defined professional growth opportunities and promotional pathways.

• Quarterly professional development training and continuing education opportunities.

• Performance-driven bonus incentives

• Provided team uniforms.

Hiring Manager: Sr. Lead Coach - Tina Martinez

Ready to elevate your coaching career? Apply Below!