First Team Strength and Conditioning Coach

The 1st Team Strength and Conditioning Coach is responsible for designing and implementing evidence-based strength and conditioning programs to enhance the athletic performance, fitness, and injury resilience of 1st Team players. Reporting to the High Performance Director, this role collaborates closely with the 1st Team Fitness Coach, Head of Sports Science and Performance Analytics, medical staff, and technical staff to ensure players are physically prepared to meet the demands of Major League Soccer (MLS) competition and maintain peak performance throughout the season.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement individualized and team-wide strength and conditioning programs, focusing on improving athletic attributes such as strength, power, and muscular endurance.
• Conduct pre-training activation sessions designed to prepare players physically and mentally for on-field activities, including dynamic warm-ups, mobility drills, and activation exercises.
• Conduct fitness assessments during pre-season, in-season, and off-season periods to establish baselines and track progress, in coordination with the Head of Sports Science and Performance Analytics.
• Coordinate with the 1st Team Fitness Coach to align strength and conditioning programs with field-based fitness and tactical training objectives.
• Monitor and adjust training loads, ensuring players remain at optimal readiness levels throughout the competitive calendar.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (C.S.C.S) certification by NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning Association).
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications.