Kroenke Sports Enterprises is hiring: Strength and Conditioning Coach in Commerc

Job Description:\n\nJob Title: Strength and Conditioning Coach Department: Rapids Soccer Business Unit: KSE Location: Commerce City, CO – Dicks Sporting Goods Park Reports To: Director of Performance Employment Type: Full Time – Salary – Exempt Supervisor Position: No ______________________________________________________________________________ Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, 1STBANK Center, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam. Position Summary The Colorado Rapids are looking for an energetic, engaged, innovative, and highly organized Strength and Conditioning Coach who has a soccer background, playing or coaching. The Strength and Conditioning Coach will be directly responsible for collaborating with the Director of Performance to create and execute all pre-activation, S&C, and return to play programming, remaining alignment with our Player Health & Performance Department systems and protocols. This includes working closely with the Director of Performance, Senior Director of Sport & Data Science, and Head of Medical to develop and support individual player development that is in line with the needs and wants of the club. Knowledge and experience in elite physical/tactical periodization, movement quality assessment, pre-activation planning, S&C programming, and RTP processes are required to be successful in this role. This position requires a coach who understands and respects high performance environments and who takes great pride in creating an elite, holistic, player-centric, team-first culture, ensuring that each individual player is optimizing their ability to achieve peak performance while maximizing their athletic potential and overall development throughout. Important to this role is the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and utilize objective data to help inform the training and decision-making process. This role will support the vertical alignment of Colorado Rapids by working with High Potential R2 & Academy Players throughout the year to facilitate elite homegrown player development. Essential Functions/Responsibilities Create and maintain a strong working partnership with the First Team Interdisciplinary Team (Director of Performance, Senior Director of Sport & Data Science, Sport Scientist, Nutritionist, Sport Psychologist, CMO, etc.), collaborating to create a unified performance/medical approach as modeled by the First Team, facilitating a club first, player-centric environment that is committed to selfless service, player/personal development, and elite individual care for all First Team players. Serve as a resource to the First Team coaching staff by positively influencing internal and external player loads to optimize adaptation, fitness, development, and most of all player availability, using the PHP developmental framework to guide the training process. Track and manage player performance profiles for each First Team player and High Potential Player (R2 & Academy), including readiness testing, performance testing data, match load output, and any other relevant information. Responsible for all performance programming and physical periodization through each phase of the year (i.e., off-season, pre-season, in-season, and post-season) in the gym under the guidance of and in collaboration with Director of Performance & Senior Director of Sport & Data Science. Assist with the collection and processing of gym, movement assessment, and performance related data, using PHP department protocols to monitor internal and external training loads and operating within the scope laid out by Director of Sport and Data Science, Director of Performance, and Head of Medical, using the following technologies to create individual player profiles: VALD Forcedecks (e.g., CMVJ and IMTP), Forceframe (e.g., Adductor/Abductor squeeze), Nordboard (e.g., Hamstring test), and Smart Speed Gates (e.g., 10m & 30m sprint testing).Teambuildr for all individual and team pre-activation plans, corrective exercise strategies, gym program periodization and delivery, and recovery/regen sessions. Smartabase Athlete Management System to track Daily Readiness & Availability (i.e., Training Status, Wellness Questionnaire, Session RPE, Hydration Status, Nutrition, etc.), in combination with all other data sources to create a robust player performance profile via aggregation and data visualization as guided by Colorado Rapids appointed (Smartabase) Administrators (Senior Director of Sport & Data Science and Head of Strength & Conditioning). Others, as deemed necessary by PHP DepartmentDesign and administer individualized pre-training activation/injury-prevention protocols based on evidence-based practices and movement evaluations, injury history, positional demands of the game, and any other biopsychosocial factors that need to be addressed. Perform activation/regeneration sessions, supporting the Director of Performance as needed.Design and execute periodized training plans in collaboration with Director of Performance in the gym using technology and data to help best prepare athletes to reach their true potential Provide individual and small group training programs & sessions for those non-rostered, not traveling, or injured, running on field technical/fitness session that is specific to player needs, positional demands, and stage of rehabilitation to replicate a match load, using specific metric thresholds to facilitate an appropriate training session when necessarySupport Director of Performance & medical team individualize Return to Play (RTP) Protocols that allow each athlete to progress safely back to full training as guided by existing PHP processes Work with First Team Player Development Coach and PHP Staff to monitor and manage training loads for High Potential Players participating across various teams, playing an active role in the Academy – Rapids 2 – First Team player movement continuum.Required to track individual player progress at each stage of the developmental lifecycle (Academy – R2 – First Team), identifying high potential homegrown players to make a positive impact on First Team results and overall return on investment. Maintain a high level of knowledge and practical application skills that are supported by recent evidence-based practices and scientific research to guide programing (pre-activation, S&C, RTP)Meet with medical & sport scientist daily, supporting player care & performance continuumParticipate in daily, weekly, session planning/organization in coordination with Director of Performance and Senior Director of Sport & Data Science, maintaining an accurate pulse Monitor daily performance reports and readiness testing summarizations and inform Director of Performance & Senior Director of Sport & Data Science of any red flags or pertinent information that will influence player availability during training/competition Run general maintenance on gym equipment and technology and liaise vendors to ensure equipment is in proper working order that is conducive to a high-performance environment, managing and coordinating maintenance, replacement, and cleanliness of all gym assetsTravel with the First Team when necessary Complete Annual Safe Sport & Concussion Awareness Trainings as mandated by MLS Other duties as assigned by Director of Performance, Senior Director of Sport & Data Science, Head of Medical, & Technical Director Qualifications Required:Bachelor’s degree Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Strength & Conditioning, Sports Science, or equivalent 3+ years’ experience working as an S&C Coach, Performance Coach, Hybrid Role (ATC & Performance Coach), or equivalent in an elite soccer environment (e.g., MLS First Team Environment, 2nd Team, Academy, NCAA Division I Program, etc., elite professional training centers), minimum Preferred:Master’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Strength & Conditioning, Sports Science, or equivalentSoccer background (USSF C License or above preferred) with coaching and/or playing experience Education/Certifications Required NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)NSCA CSCS is required for this role, but can be obtained within 3-months of hire for exceptional candidates with extensive professional soccer backgrounds and other qualifying education/certificationMovement Assessment Certification (or) Extensive Knowledge & Expertise PreferredEXOS Performance Specialist (XPS) - Mentorship Program and/or Internship ProgramNSCA Certified Performance & Sport Scientist (CPSS)Athletic Training Certification w/ high performance background in soccer environmentUSAW CertificationsAltis Coaching CertificationsOther, depending on certification/experience Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesMust have experience using technologies such as Teambuildr (or other online platform), STATSports GPS, HR monitors, VALD Tech: Force Frame, Force Decks, Nordbord, Speed Gates, Velocity Based Training System, and any others that can make a positive impactA specific skillset that exudes passion in execution, combining soccer performance, sports medicine, performance & sport science, and soccer knowledge, to support a proven high-performance environment with young, talented, and ambitious practitioners through tactical periodization, data analysis, dynamic systems theory and soccer specific performance concepts One’s ability to remain adaptable, authentic, and accountable is critical in finding successTeam player who wants to be a part of something bigger than themselves, a dedicated, charismatic, and optimistic practitioner who is an elite coach and believes in selfless serviceExperience using Excel, Tableau, and/or Power BI, doing some basic statistical analysis when needed with a deep understanding of data visualization and interpretation to make real-time decisionsMust demonstrate professionalism, punctuality, and exhibit proper ethical behavior, alwaysExcellent interpersonal and oral communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse group of individuals, interacting with professional players and staff, front office executives & employees, owners and other stakeholders to positively always represent the clubProficiency in foreign language- especially Spanish and/or Portuguese- preferred Compensation$75,000 per Annum Benefits IncludeHealth Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)Paid Time Off (PTO)Life InsuranceShort and Long-term DisabilityHealth Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending plans (FSAs) 401K plan11 Paid Company HolidaysPSPA Membership & Conference Dues/trip expenses allocated to employee CEUsNSCA PMI Insurance & Membership Dues Covered Other Perks Company PhoneCompany issues computer for all work-related duties assigned Meals provided during all training (Breakfast & Lunch) and match days (Lunch & Dinner)All meals, hotel, & travel expenses paid when traveling on club business (e.g., Away Matches)Complementary Club Gear provided (shoes, cleats, socks, shorts, pants, tops, jackets, etc.) 2 Tickets to all MLS Regular Season Home Matches, more upon request & availabilityFree admission to all Rapids 2 MLS Next Pro matches 2 Tickets to end of year Colorado Rapids “A Burgundy Affair” Black Tie EventRegular All-Staff raffles to enter and win tickets to sporting events, concerts, etc.Free CPR/AED Training & Certification Renewal, provided by Kroenke Working Conditions & Physical Demands Outdoor and office work environment. Requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping and stretching. Regular lifting of files or field equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl up to 2/3 of time. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate reports. Requires mobility enough to travel. Moderate to loud noise and varying weather conditions. Equal Employment Opportunity Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 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