Athletic Development/Strength & Conditioning Coach

Job Summary

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with other Academy Performance Staff in daily work office, administration, data management, logistics, etc.
• Implement the athletic development/strength & conditioning programming as directed by the Director of Athletic Development and Director of Performance 
• Lead game day and team training activations/warm-ups and cool downs
• Track and document training progress for all athletes
• Administer performance testing, track data, and produce testing reports 
• Execute the Academy Reconditioning/Return to Play model 
• Assist with any other athletic development protocols and activities
• Deliver small group and/or individual movement and activation exercises 
• Implement monitoring and assessment interventions as required
• Ensure the cleanliness and hygiene of the weight room environment is maintained within the facility
• Job requires weekend work and frequent travel

 Key Competencies Required:

• Highly organized and process-driven individual, with ability to multi-task in fast-paced environment
• Bachelor's degree in a Human Performance or Strength and Conditioning field (Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Physiology, Biomechanics, etc.) 
• Minimum one (1) year experience strength & conditioning coaching, on the field and in the gym
• Candidates must possess or be able to obtain within 120 days of hire their CSCS, CSCCa, or another internationally recognized certification
• CPR/First Aid certified
• Previous experience in soccer highly desirable, but not mandatory
• Previous exposure with Professional Athletes and/or High Performance settings preferred
• Ability to communicate and work well in team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) or more years experience with coaching strength & conditioning programs, on the field and in the gym, notably with elite youth athletes
• Masters degree