Academy Performance Coach

Red Bull New York; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Health and wellness benefits

Paid time-off

Job summary

Red Bull New York is seeking a dedicated strength and conditioning professional to lead training for academy players aged 13-15. You will design and deliver innovative, data-informed programming to optimize athletic development, movement quality, and long-term progression in collaboration with technical and medical staff.

The role requires CSCS certification, a degree in Exercise Science, and strong communication with players and staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or related field.
• CSCS Certification.
• CPR Certification.
• Interest and knowledge of soccer.
• Power BI experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead strength and conditioning coaching of assigned players in alignment with academy Athletic Development Framework.
• Develop and lead on-field movement program including speed, agility and change of direction fundamentals.
• Manage and implement physical testing protocols for assigned age groups, in line with the academy testing structure.
• Collect, analyze and provide feedback on growth and maturation data with relevant age groups.
• Monitor training loads and performance metrics; provide feedback to staff and players.
• Stay current with research in athletic development to apply best practices.

Skills

CSCS Certification

CPR Certification

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication with players &

Soccer knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or related field

Tools

Power BI

Job description

About The New York Red Bulls

The New York Red Bulls are one of 30 teams in Major League Soccer (MLS). RBNY, one of the ten charter clubs of MLS, have competed in the league since its founding in 1996. The Red Bulls play home matches at Sports Illustrated Stadium (SIS) in Harrison, New Jersey. The three-time MLS Supporters' Shield Winners are owned by the Austrian beverage company Red Bull for which the team is named. The New York Red Bulls offer one of the nation's premier youth soccer development programs, from local soccer partnerships across New York and New Jersey to Regional Development Schools and the Red Bulls Academy teams.

About The New York Red Bulls

The New York Red Bulls are one of 30 teams in Major League Soccer (MLS). RBNY, one of the ten charter clubs of MLS, have competed in the league since its founding in 1996. The Red Bulls play home matches at Sports Illustrated Stadium (SIS) in Harrison, New Jersey. The three-time MLS Supporters' Shield Winners are owned by the Austrian beverage company Red Bull for which the team is named. The New York Red Bulls offer one of the nation's premier youth soccer development programs, from local soccer partnerships across New York and New Jersey to Regional Development Schools and the Red Bulls Academy teams.

About Sports Illustrated Stadium

Sports Illustrated Stadium (SIS), home of the Red Bull New York, is a premier sports and entertainment venue located in Harrison, New Jersey. In addition to hosting Red Bulls matches, the stadium welcomes a diverse range of third‑party events, including concerts, international soccer matches, festivals, and other live entertainment experiences. The venue provides opportunities to engage audiences beyond the Red Bulls fan base, making lifecycle marketing an important driver of audience growth, event awareness, ticket sales, and long‑term customer relationships across the stadium’s broader event portfolio.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Head of Academy Sports Performance, this role will be responsible for the physical development of Academy players in the 13-15 age groups. Using a data‑informed and research‑driven approach, you will design and deliver innovative programming to optimize athletic performance, enhance movement quality, and support long‑term player progression. This role requires close collaboration with technical and medical staff to ensure individualized training plans, effective load management, and alignment with the club’s performance model.

All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

What You'll Do

Lead strength and conditioning coaching of assigned players in alignment with academy Athletic Development Framework Develop and lead on‑field movement program including position specific speed, agility and change of direction fundamentals. Manage and implement physical testing protocols for assigned age groups, in line with the academy testing structure. Play an active part in the collection, analysis and feedback of growth and maturation data with relevant age groups Manage load monitoring data to provide collaborative feedback to staff and players regarding performance, training, recovery and injury prevention. Maintain accurate records of data collected such as training loads and performance metrics. Stay current with research in the area of athletic development to ensure best practices are applied. Develop a data‑informed approach to enhancing performance and athlete management. Be a creative and outside‑the‑box thinker when developing content for delivery.

Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college/University in Exercise Science or related field.
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) Certification
• CPR Certified
• Interest and knowledge of soccer
• Previous experience of data visualization tools such as Power BI is an advantage
• Previous experience working as part of a multi-disciplinary sports department is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively to key stakeholders and build trust and relationships with players and staff.

The base salary range for this position is $65,000 - $70,000 + cash incentives. Actual salary offers may vary based on work experience. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified.

Due to the cyclical nature of the entertainment industry, the employee may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the company.

Red Bull New York provides comprehensive benefits offerings to all full‑time employees. Our benefits include medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, life insurance, health and wellness benefits, and a paid time‑off program.

Red Bull New York is an equal opportunity employer and we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or any other classification protected by law.

Red Bull New York is an equal opportunity employer and we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or any other classification protected by law.