Phoenix Rising FC
Sports Performance Coach - First Team
Phoenix Rising FC - Manager
Phoenix · AZ
Strength and Conditioning / Fitness
0
2
hours ago
Position: Sports Performance Coach — First Team
Reports to: Head Coach
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Status: Full-time, Exempt
Reports to: Head Coach
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Status: Full-time, Exempt
Position Summary
Phoenix Rising FC is seeking a Sports Performance Coach to design and deliver individualized strength, conditioning, and load-management programming for the First Team, working under the final decision-making authority of the Head Coach. This role owns physical preparation and load monitoring for First Team players — from daily training to return-to-play conditioning — with a secondary advisory function supporting Academy performance staff.
Phoenix Rising FC is seeking a Sports Performance Coach to design and deliver individualized strength, conditioning, and load-management programming for the First Team, working under the final decision-making authority of the Head Coach. This role owns physical preparation and load monitoring for First Team players — from daily training to return-to-play conditioning — with a secondary advisory function supporting Academy performance staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement individualized strength and conditioning programs that supplement on-field technical/tactical work, tailored to each player's profile and training age.
- Lead warm-up and cool-down protocols at all First Team training sessions and matches.
- Monitor internal and external training load via GPS/wearable systems report findings to the Head Coach.
- Build and periodize offseason training programs ahead of pre-season.
- Deliver technical, non-reactive, and reactive movement sessions for players managing injury, soft-tissue issues, or reduced training load, in coordination with medical staff.
- Provide sports performance programming recommendations to the elite Phoenix Rising Youth Soccer Club Academy teams, as a secondary, non-primary responsibility.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field (Master's preferred).
- CSCS or equivalent strength and conditioning certification required.
- Prior experience in professional or elite youth soccer performance environments strongly preferred.
- Working knowledge of GPS/load-monitoring platforms (Catapult, STATSports, or similar) and return-to-play protocols.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and match-day schedules required by First Team calendar.
Application Process
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and three professional references.
Phoenix Rising FC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or disability status.
