• Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive sport-specific performance programs for athletes of all ages and skill levels for hockey, figure skating, lacrosse, soccer, football, baseball, softball, volleyball, and other sports.
• Create sport-specific and seasonal training programs focused on strength, power, speed, agility, mobility, injury prevention, and recovery. 
• Develop youth athletic development pathways.
• Establish program standards, evaluate performance outcomes, and continuously improve service offerings. 
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate sports performance staff while fostering professional development. 
  
  

• Conduct athlete assessments and performance evaluations to develop individualized training programs. 
• Monitor athlete progress using measurable performance metrics and adjust programming as needed. 
• Maintain confidential athlete performance records.
• Develop individualized training plans based on assessment results.
• Educate athletes on performance principles, including recovery, nutrition, hydration, injury prevention, and performance habits.
  
  

• Oversee daily operations of the Sports Performance Center, including scheduling, equipment maintenance, safety compliance, and facility standards.
• Develop and grow revenue through private training, team training, camps, clinics, memberships, and specialty programs.
• Manage departmental budgets, inventory, and operational reporting while meeting revenue and participation goals.
  
  

• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate sports performance coaches.
• Schedule staff to maximize facility utilization.
• Conduct ongoing coach education and professional development.
• Maintain coaching standards and consistent program delivery.
• Mentor interns and graduate assistants when applicable.
  
  

• Develop new revenue-generating programs including:
  • Private training
  • Small group training
  • Team training
  • Adult fitness programs
  • Youth development classes
  • Summer camps
  • Holiday clinics
  • Combine preparation
• Establish membership packages and pricing strategies.
• Monitor program profitability and participation.
• Assist with annual budgeting and financial forecasting.
• Achieve departmental revenue and participation goals.

• Work with the Marketing Department to promote sports performance programming through digital content, events, and community outreach. 
• Participate in community events, open houses, and facility promotions.
• Build relationships with schools, youth organizations, sports clubs, healthcare providers, and community partners to expand programming and participation. 
• Conduct seminars, promotional activities, and educational workshops.
  
  

• Provide exceptional customer service to athletes and families.
• Communicate effectively regarding athlete progress.
• Address client concerns promptly and professionally.
• Foster a motivating and inclusive training environment.
  
  

• Maintain athlete registration and scheduling.
• Track attendance and program participation.
• Prepare monthly operational and financial reports.
• Monitor departmental budgets and expenditures.
• Ensure participant waivers and medical forms remain current.
• Maintain certification and continuing education records for all staff.
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Performance, Exercise Physiology, Athletic Training, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). 
• Minimum of five (5) years of sports performance or strength and conditioning experience. 
• Minimum of two (2) years of leadership or management experience. 
• Experience working with youth, amateur, collegiate, and/or professional athletes. 
• Strong knowledge of strength training principles, biomechanics, speed development, athlete monitoring, and injury prevention. 
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and customer service skills. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and athlete performance tracking software.
  
  

• Master's degree in Exercise Science, Sports Science, Human Performance, or related field.
• Experience working with hockey and figure skating athletes.
• Experience managing a commercial sports performance facility.
• Familiarity with force plate technology, velocity-based training, GPS tracking, or athlete monitoring systems.
  
  

Required Certifications

• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) – National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) (strongly preferred)
• Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) – National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
• Certified Performance and Sport Scientist (CPSS) – NSCA (preferred for advanced performance programs)
• Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) – Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa)
  
  

• Current CPR/AED Certification
• First Aid Certification
  
  

• USA Weightlifting Level 1 Coach
• Functional Movement Screen (FMS)
• USA Hockey Coaching Certification
• EXOS Performance Specialist or similar advanced sports performance certification.
• Precision Nutrition Level 1 Certification
• Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) Certification (for golf performance programming)
  
  

• Ability to lift and move up to 75 pounds.
• Demonstrate and instruct proper exercise techniques.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, kneel, and work in both indoor training facilities and ice arena environments.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and flexible hours based on programming needs.
  
  

• Department revenue growth
• Program participation and retention
• Private and team training sales 
• Membership growth
• Customer satisfaction 
• Athlete performance improvements
• Staff development and retention
• Budget management
• Community partnerships
• Safety compliance and risk management
  
  

• Leadership and Team Development
• Strategic Planning
• Athlete-Centered Coaching
• Customer Service Excellence
• Business and Financial Acumen
• Program Innovation
• Communication and Relationship Building
• Organizational Skills
• Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Commitment to Safety and Professional Ethics
  
  

• Healthcare and 401k offered 
• Salary**: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00/year