Performance Specialist

Responsibilities

• Design and implement safe and effective strength and conditioning programs for players
• Lead and supervise sports performance training sessions
• Design daily, weekly, and monthly training plans and periodization strategies
• Educate and counsel players regarding performance improvement strategies
• Collaborate with medical staff to modify programs for injured or rehabilitating players
• Evaluate player performance through testing, workload monitoring, and body composition
• Manage incoming strength, conditioning, and performance data streams
• Maintain equipment functionality and organization in the weight facility

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Physical Education, or related field
• Minimum of one year of full-time experience with athletes in an elite-level sports environment
• CSCS (NSCA) or PES (NASM) certification
• CPR certification
• Proficiency in strength training, Olympic lifting, plyometrics, and SAQ development
• Strong communication skills for diverse audiences

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field
• Additional certifications such as CPSS, USAW, CPT-NASM, CES, or XPS
• Experience analyzing player health and performance data
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications
• HIPAA compliance training