Colorado Rapids II Lead Performance Coach

Job Title: Rapids 2, Lead Performance Coach

Department: Colorado Rapids 2

Business Unit: Colorado Rapids

Location: Commerce City, CO

Reports To: Colorado Rapids Head of Performance

Employment Type: Full Time – Salaried– Exempt

Supervisor Position: No

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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.

Nature Of Work

Responsible for the implementation and monitoring of a full athletic performance program for the Rapids 2 players.

Examples Of Work Performed

• Collaborate with technical staff to create and implement a periodization model throughout each phase of the season, including daily, weekly, and monthly plans (microcycles – macrocycles) both in the weight room and on the field.
• Gather data provided by GPS or other available modes and provide coaching staff with data points to guide tactical periodization, drill and session design.
• Utilize longitudinal load tracking tools to maximize individual player performance (e.g., Training to Competition Load Ratio, Acute to Chronic Workload Ratio, etc.).
• Serve as a resource for coaching staff.
• Collaborate with R2 Athletic Trainer, Sport Scientist, and Club Dietician using an interdisciplinary approach to player performance, development, and care.
• Perform Daily Warm Up/Cool down routines for both training and matches.
• Perform Activation/Recovery sessions (home and away).
• Implement an Athlete Education Program, including but not limited to recovery, nutrition, strength training, injury prevention, and anything else pertinent to achieving peak performance.
• Provide individualized Return to Play (RTP) Plan following the Rapids RTP Process under 1st Team Staff guidance that allow each athlete to progress safely back to full training/match play.
• Create an individualized athlete profile consisting of data gathered from GPS, weight room activities, on field performance (games), and testing results (FMS, 1RMs etc.).
• Collaborate with Director of Player Performance & Senior Director of Sport & Data Science to monitor and manage training loads for High Potential Players participating across various teams.
• Provide at home training programs for those not traveling, injured, or during cancelled session (due to weather), including offseason training programs.
• Create and distribute required reports for US Soccer and other national teams, as required.
• Travel as required.
• Assist the Rapids 2 General Manager/Director of Player Personnel and Technical Director with any other duties as assigned, including player movement from Academy to R2 and R2 to First Team.
• Prioritize continuing education and individual development as directed by supervisor and club.
• Support Performance Department Internship Program as needed.
  
  

This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on club needs. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Typical Office Conditions
• Stand and walk 1/3 to 2/3 of time.
• Sit up to 1/3 of time.
• Talk or hear 2/3 or more of time.
• 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.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. up to 1/3 of time.
• Moderate to loud noise.
• Outdoor weather conditions 2/3 of time.
• Clear vision at 20”, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
  
  

Qualifications

• Work Experience
• A minimum of (3) years combined full-time experience at the professional level OR full-time experience at the MLS Next, MLS Next Pro, or NCAA Division 1 level as a strength & conditioning coach/performance coach.
• Required
• Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Strength & Conditioning, Sport Science, or a related field.
• Must be an NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
• First Aid/CPR certification required.
• Extensive experience using STATSports with the ability to efficiently analyze, interpret, and visualize internal/external loads for technical staff and front office to make data informed decisions.
• Experience and knowledge in building out individual player profiles, establishing benchmarks to compare against daily readiness, including movement screens, VALD (ForceDecks, ForceFrame, Nordboard, and SmartSpeed gates), and other performance testing.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Microsoft Teams.
• Preferred
• Master’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Strength & Conditioning, Sport Science, or a related field.
• EXOS Performance Specialist, NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES), NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES), USSF C License, NSCA CPSS
• Experience and knowledge of Athlete Management Systems, preferably Teamworks AMS, and experience using Bridge Athletic.
• High level of playing experience is preferred (College and/or Professional)
  

Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Individual must demonstrate professionalism, punctuality, and exhibit proper ethical behavior.
• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Must possess the ability to adapt to unpredictable circumstances and handle a highly demanding work environment.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and multi-task effectively.
• Knowledge of professional sports team operations, public relations, and/or sponsor relations is preferred.
• Ability to acquire or produce and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license and meet company vehicle driving standards.
  
  

Compensation

• Base Salary Range $60,000 - $65,000 per annum
  
  

Benefits Include

• 12 Paid Company Holidays
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending plans (FSAs)
• 401K plan with 3% match at rate of .5%/1% after 1 year of employment
• Free breakfast and lunch on all training days and additional free meals when traveling
  
  

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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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