Academy Strength & Conditioning Coach

Ball Arena • Commerce City, CO

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the implementation and monitoring of a full athletic performance program for the Colorado Rapids Development Academy.

Requirements

• Minimum of a B.S. in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or Athletic Training.
• First Aid/CPR certification required.
• Individual must demonstrate professionalism, punctuality, and exhibit proper ethical behavior
• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse group of individuals
• Must possess the ability to adapt to unpredictable circumstances and handle a highly demanding work environment
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and multi-task effectively.
• Ability to acquire or produce and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license and meet company vehicle driving standards

Nice To Haves

• A Masters in Sports Science, Exercise Science or equivalent is preferred.
• A CSCS, NASM-PES, or equivalent certification is preferred
• Previous experience with a collegiate or professional soccer team is highly recommended.
• Knowledge of professional sports team operations, public relations, and/or sponsor relations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide a periodized program for each day, week, year (microcycles – macrocycles) both in the weight room and on the field
• Gather data provided by GPS/Heart Rate Monitoring systems or other available modes and provide coaching staff with data points to guide periodization and session building
• Serve as a resource to coaching staff regarding training variables and their impact on session output
• Perform Daily Warm up/Cool down routines for both training and games
• Perform Activation/Regeneration sessions as needed (at home and away)
• Implement an Athlete Education Program including but not limited to recovery, nutrition, strength training, and injury prevention
• Provide individualized Return To Play (RTP) Protocols that allows each athlete to progress safely back to full training
• Create an individualized athlete profile consisting of data gathered from GPS/Heart Rate system, weight room activities, on field performance (games), and testing results (FMS, Lactate Testing, 1RMs, etc.)
• Work with 1st Team Player Development Coach to monitor and manage training loads for High Potential Players participating across various teams.
• Provide at home training programs for those not traveling, injured, or during cancelled session (due to weather)
• Create and distribute required reports for US Soccer as required
• Serve as a resource for Colorado Rapids Alliance Clubs
• Publish articles on a monthly basis to assist with coach education
• Travel as required

Benefits

• 12 Paid Company Holidays
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending plans (FSAs)
• 401K plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level