Strength and Conditioning Coach - First Team

Position SummaryThe Human Performance (HP) Department is seeking a First-Team Strength and Conditioning Coach to help the department accomplish their mission of creating a collaborative, data-informed staff committed to excellence by delivering holistic, player-centric health and performance. This is an exciting time to join the HP department committed to providing a culture where people thrive, and a platform that sets the standard for player health and performance in Major League Soccer. The First Team Strength and Conditioning Coach will be responsible for creating “great movers”. The role will place a strong emphasis on movement-based strength, power, speed, and multidirectional development, with integrated on-field and off-field programming tailored to the specific performance demands and developmental needs of each player. They will be tasked with creating a movement based athletic development pathway for each player based on the creation of detailed player athletic profiles and subsequent performance programming. The role will oversee the consistent delivery of integrated pre- and post-training performance sessions, driven by close collaboration across the entire HP department. Essential Functions• Blend the arts and sciences of movement analysis, movement correction, sport-specific training, understanding how to safely integrate athletic development programs into the team’s overall tactical periodization. skills, detail-oriented and highly organized with the ability to simultaneously handle multiple tasks and adapt to change.• Composed, driven and adaptable, capable of thriving in a dynamic, high-performance team environment.• Professional integrity, discretion, and commitment to the club’s values and player-development philosophy.• Detail-oriented with the ability to think ahead and collaboratively, solve problems. Qualifications & Experience• 5+ years of experience in strength and conditioning/performance coaching in an elite sporting environment. Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, video analysis tools and other high-performance software.• Understanding and familiarity of MLS preferred.• Able to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays. Physical & Working Conditions • Based primarily at the Club’s training facility and stadium, with potential regular travel for matches and events. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.