Strength and Conditioning Assistant Coordinator - Rehab

Kansas City Royals•Surprise, AZ

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Minor League Strength and Conditioning Coordinator, the Rehab Strength and Conditioning Assistant Coordinator leads the design, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of individualized rehabilitation strength and conditioning programs for players at the organization’s Arizona Complex and Dominican Republic Academy. The role collaborates with Medical, On-Field staff (Pitching, Hitting, Defense), Nutrition, Performance Science, and Behavioral Science to develop individualized training programs that support safe, effective progression from injury through full return to performance. Medical staff determine diagnosis and clinical restrictions; this role leads the rebuilding and improvement of the physical capacities needed for successful return to baseball performance. The position is based at the Royals Surprise Complex in Surprise, Arizona, with possible travel to external sites as needed. It is a full-time, exempt opportunity eligible for company benefits, a 401(k), and PTO.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in kinesiology, exercise science, or a related field.
Minimum of three years of experience delivering strength and conditioning services to high-level competitive athletes.
Advanced knowledge of strength and conditioning principles, program design, functional anatomy, and monitoring and evaluation of athlete training and performance.
Experience using performance assessments and athlete-monitoring technology to guide programming decisions, evaluate outcomes, and support return-to-performance processes.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities within a dynamic, high-performance environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
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 work in a standing position for extended periods.
Ability to be productive using a computer keyboard and telephone, and in a work environment where noise levels can be high at times.
Close vision and ability to adjust focus; comfortable walking to navigate the facility.
Ability to work extended hours and/or weekends and holidays as required by deadlines and event scheduling.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Spanish.
Postgraduate studies in a high-performance-related discipline, such as sport and exercise science, kinesiology, biomechanics, or health and human performance.
Experience working in high-level baseball or familiarity with baseball demands and player development pathways, particularly the return-to-play process.
Experience in a rehabilitation or return-to-performance setting, such as a physical therapy clinic or professional sports organization.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of individualized rehabilitation strength and conditioning programs that rebuild and enhance physical qualities essential to baseball performance throughout the return-to-performance process.
Coordinate standardized physical performance assessments and the use of monitoring technology with Medical and Performance Science staff to inform programming, evaluate development, and guide decision-making.
Apply evidence-based training methodologies and continually advance rehabilitation training practices, systems, and standards across the organization.
Coordinate player programming and transitions into rehabilitation assignments, ensuring clear communication and seamless handoffs with the receiving Royals affiliate or external rehabilitation facility.
Lead off-season strength and conditioning check-ins and individualized program updates for rehabbing players.
Support daily strength and conditioning operations at the Arizona Complex alongside the Strength and Conditioning Coordinator, maintaining alignment with organizational philosophy, upholding training standards, and advancing departmental initiatives.
Maintain clear and consistent communication with relevant stakeholders regarding player progress, training modifications, and return-to-performance milestones.