Position: Assistant Olympic Weightlifting Coach (Part-Time)
Date Posted: July 30th, 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