Minor League Strength and Conditioning Coordinator

Kansas City Royals•Surprise, AZ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Performance Science, the Minor League Strength and Conditioning Coordinator leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive physical development programs to prepare players for sustained performance and success at the Major League level. The position oversees strength and conditioning operations and personnel across the Dominican Republic Academy, Arizona Complex, and Minor League affiliates. The Coordinator establishes and advances organizational standards for physical development, integrates evidence-based training methodologies, and promotes innovation in strength and conditioning practices. In collaboration across Player Development, the Coordinator enhances players’ physical capacities through an integrated, individualized, and athlete-centered approach. The position is based at the Royals Surprise Complex in Surprise, Arizona, and includes travel to affiliates and external sites as directed. It is a full-time, exempt opportunity eligible for company benefits, 401(k), and PTO.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in kinesiology, exercise science, or a related field.
At least five years of experience delivering strength and conditioning services to high-level competitive athletes.
Advanced explicit and tacit knowledge of strength and conditioning principles, program design, and monitoring and evaluation of athlete training and performance.
Experience using performance assessments and athlete-monitoring technologies to inform decisions, guide program design, and evaluate outcomes.
Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic, high-performance environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
Current CPR/AED certifications.
Ability to lift items weighing as much as 100 pounds.
Ability to stand for extended periods and to work extended hours and/or weekends or holidays as required by deadlines and event scheduling.
Ability to use a computer keyboard and telephone productively, work in an environment that can be noisy at times, adjust focus for close vision, and walk around the facility.

Nice To Haves

Spanish competency.
Postgraduate studies in a high-performance-related discipline, such as sport and exercise science, kinesiology, biomechanics, or health and human performance.
Previous management or supervisory experience within a complex, interdisciplinary organization.
Experience working in high-level baseball or familiarity with baseball demands, player development pathways, and performance expectations.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive athlete development programs across Player Development, addressing movement competency, coordination, strength, power, speed, and work capacity.
Collaborate with On-Field coaches, Medical, Performance Science, Behavioral Science, Research and Development, and Nutrition to deliver individualized training aligned with players’ needs, development stages, and performance goals.
Coordinate standardized physical performance assessments and collaborate with Performance Science on monitoring technology to inform programming, evaluate development, and guide decisions.
Lead performance evaluation, mentorship, and professional development for Player Development strength and conditioning staff.
Establish and advance organizational strength and conditioning standards using evidence-based training methodologies.
Lead daily strength and conditioning operations at the Arizona Complex and manage its facility and equipment needs, resource allocation, and budgets across the Arizona Complex and Minor League affiliates.
Oversee budget and facility operations at the DR Academy in collaboration with the Strength and Conditioning Assistant Coordinator, Latin America.
Collaborate with the Rehab Strength and Conditioning Assistant Coordinator and Medical team on rehabilitation and return-to-performance processes.
Communicate player goals and training progress to relevant stakeholders and athletes.
Travel to and provide on-site support to Player Development strength and conditioning staff, ensuring alignment with organizational and departmental development and performance standards.