Job Title: Strength and Conditioning Assistant Coordinator, Rehab
Job Summary: Under the direction of the Minor League Strength and Conditioning Coordinator, the Rehab Strength and Conditioning Assistant Coordinator will lead the design, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of individualized rehabilitation strength and conditioning programs for players at the organization’s Arizona Complex and Dominican Republic (DR) Academy.
This role will collaborate closely with Medical, On-Field staff (Pitching, Hitting, Defense), Nutrition, Performance Science, and Behavioral Science to develop individualized training programs that support a safe, effective progression from injury through full return to performance. Medical staff will determine diagnosis and clinical restrictions, while this role will lead the rebuilding and improvement of physical capacities required for successful return to baseball performance.
Position Accountabilities/Responsibilities:
Lead the design, implementation and evaluation of individualized rehabilitation strength and conditioning programs that rebuild and enhance the physical qualities essential to baseball performance throughout the return-to-performance process
Coordinate standardized physical performance assessments and use of monitoring technology in collaboration with Medical and Performance Science staff to inform programming, evaluate development, and guide decision-making
Apply evidence-based training methodologies and continually advance rehabilitation training practices, systems, and standards across the organization
Coordinate player programming and transitions into rehabilitation assignments, ensuring clear communication and seamless handoffs with the receiving Royals affiliate or external rehabilitation facility
Lead off-season strength and conditioning check-ins and individualized program updates for rehabbing players
Support daily strength and conditioning operations at the Arizona Complex, working alongside the Strength and Conditioning Coordinator to maintain alignment with organizational philosophy, uphold training standards, and advance broader departmental initiatives
Maintain clear and consistent communication with relevant stakeholders regarding player progress, training modifications, and return-to-performance milestones
Position Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Required:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in kinesiology, exercise science, or a related field
Minimum of three years of experience delivering strength and conditioning services to high-level competitive athletes
Advanced knowledge of strength and conditioning principles, program design, functional anatomy, and monitoring and evaluation of athlete training and performance
Experience utilizing performance assessments and athlete-monitoring technology to guide programming decisions, evaluate outcomes, and support return-to-performance processes
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities at once within a dynamic, high-performance environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; proficiency in Spanish is an asset
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint)
Required certifications: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and current CPR/AED certifications
Preferred Qualifications:
Postgraduate studies in a high-performance related discipline, such as sport and exercise science, kinesiology, biomechanics, or health and human performance
Experience working in high-level baseball or familiarity with the demands and player development pathways within baseball, particularly the return to play process
Experience working in a rehabilitation or return-to-performance setting, such as a physical therapy clinic or professional sports organization
Physical Requirements:
This position will be based out of the Royals Surprise Complex (Surprise, AZ), with possible travel to external sites as needed
Ability to lift items weighing as much as 100 pounds
Must be able to work in a standing position for extended periods of time
Must be able to be productive utilizing a computer keyboard and telephone
Must be able to be productive in a work environment where the noise level can be high at times
Specific vision abilities include close vision and ability to adjust focus
Must be comfortable walking to navigate the facility to access the office, concourse, etc.
Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends/holidays as required by deadlines and event scheduling
The physical demands described here are representative of those that may be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
This role is a Full-Time, Exempt opportunity that is eligible for Company Benefits, 401K, and PTO.
We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, the Kansas City Royals will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations applicable local, state and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, the Club also wishes to participate in a timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions please inquire with Human Resources by email at humanresources@royals.com.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
