Sports Performance Coach Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in exercise science, kinesiology, health, physical education, recreation, or a closely related discipline.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and a team-minded approach that embraces growth and challenges.
• Ability to work in individual, small-group, and team settings.
• Thorough understanding of exercise physiology and ability to program and instruct according to NSCA, ACSM, and USAW guidelines.
• Ability to administer and interpret SCORE testing assessments.
• Competency in Microsoft Office and basic computer skills.
• CPR/AED or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six weeks of employment.
• CSCS certification through the NSCA required within one year of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in one of the identified bachelor's degree areas.
• Two or more years of strength and conditioning experience in a high school, college, professional, or private-sector setting.
• At date of hire, certification in one or more of the following areas: CSCS, CSCCA, USA Weightlifting, or ACSM.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and supervise comprehensive programs for athletes and clients of various ages and skill levels.
• Instruct and demonstrate correct Olympic lifting, strength, speed development, agility, and plyometric exercises within a periodized framework.
• Instruct and demonstrate dynamic warm-up, mobility, and stability exercises based on individual athlete needs.
• Administer and interpret SCORE testing assessments for pre- and post-evaluation of athletic readiness.
• Complete SCORE testing reports and deliver results to athletes and parents.
• Use sport timing systems for large-group and team SCORE testing.
• Administer submaximal cardiovascular and fitness assessments and interpret the results.
• Collaborate with Sanford departments to gather accurate and reliable athlete testing data for research.
• Work with Sanford Physical Therapy staff to incorporate SCORE Pro biomechanical assessment results into individualized performance programming.
• Assist in promoting Sports Performance services and developing new programming.
• Assist with collecting and entering accurate athlete testing data.
• Maintain accessible written and electronic records of athlete performance programming.
• Ensure the safety, maintenance, and cleanliness of the weight room, equipment, and facility.