Strength and Conditioning Coach

DMOS Orthopaedic Centers•Ankeny, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Strength and Conditioning Coach designs and delivers evidence-based strength, conditioning, and athletic performance programs to enhance athletic performance, reduce injury risk, and promote long-term athletic development. The coach works with athletes of varying ages and skill levels, fostering sportsmanship, accountability, healthy lifestyle habits, and lifelong fitness skills. This full-time role is based onsite at Engineered Performance by DMOS in Ankeny, Iowa. The coach provides individual and group performance coaching in a positive, encouraging, and consistent manner; develops and implements programs that improve athletic performance, reduce injury risk, and build lifelong movement skills; and works with athletes, families, coaches, and team members to help athletes achieve their goals and have an exceptional training experience. The role also monitors athlete progress, communicates effectively, and represents DMOS and Engineered Performance positively in the community. The role calls for someone motivated, energetic, professional, and passionate about athlete development who values collaboration, curiosity, and continuous improvement. The scheduled hours are Monday through Friday, 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Human Performance, or a closely related field.
Nationally accredited strength and conditioning certification, or willingness to obtain one within six months of employment.
Current CPR/AED or BLS certification, or willingness to obtain certification within 30 days of hire.
Ability to remain on your feet for extended periods.
Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
Ability to build professional, empathetic relationships with athletes, parents, coaches, and team members.

Nice To Haves

NSCA-CSCS certification.
Experience coaching athletes in individual, group, or team settings; internship experience will be considered.
Previous coaching experience or active strength and conditioning certifications.
Passion for continuous improvement, athlete development, and evidence-based training practices.

Responsibilities

Design and deliver evidence-based strength, conditioning, and athletic performance programs.
Provide individual and group-based performance coaching to athletes in a positive, encouraging, and consistent manner.
Develop and implement training programs to improve athletic performance, reduce injury risk, and build lifelong movement skills.
Work with athletes, families, coaches, and fellow team members to help athletes achieve their goals and create an exceptional training experience.
Monitor athlete progress and communicate effectively.
Represent DMOS and Engineered Performance positively in the community.
Safely demonstrate exercises and movement techniques.