Director of Sports Performance

Ascent Athlete; Concord Township (PA); In loco; USD 42.000 - 62.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Ascent Athlete in Garnet Valley, PA seeks a Sports Performance Coach to design and deliver performance training for athletes of varying ages and levels. This full-time, on-site role includes assessing needs, leading small group and individual sessions, and implementing strength and conditioning protocols aligned with our standards.

You will collaborate with staff to integrate data and technology into plans, track progress, adjust programs, and communicate development steps to athletes and

Competenze

• CSCS/SCCC certification strongly preferred.
• Experience designing and implementing sport-specific programs.
• Proficiency in coaching and safeguarding athlete safety.

Mansioni

• Oversee daily operations of the training floor and assign staff as needed.
• Conduct science-backed performance assessments (power, speed, movement).
• Design and implement customized training programs based on assessments.

Conoscenze

Athletic performance training

Strength & conditioning

Injury prevention

Data integration

Team collaboration

Formazione

CSCS or SCCC certification

Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Ascent Athlete is a 40,000 Sq ft state of the art player development facility complete with a full hitting lab, pitching lab and high-performance area. Ascent Athlete’s flagship program, Player Development Program (PDP), is built on traditional player development techniques paired with actionable data and technology.

This allows us to build truly custom and individualized programs based on your needs. You’ll start with our PDP Evaluation which will include a full Strength, Hitting and Pitching/Throwing assessment where we will use technologies like HitTrax, Blast, 4D Motion, Rapsodo and many others to collect objective data on your performance. Ascent Athlete is recognized as an industry and national leader in baseball player development from youth all the way up to the MLB.

Role Description

The Sports Performance Coach is a full-time, on-site role based in Garnet Valley, PA, responsible for designing and delivering performance training programs for athletes of varying ages and competitive levels. Day-to-day responsibilities include assessing athlete needs, leading small group and individual training sessions, and implementing strength and conditioning protocols aligned with organizational standards. The coach will collaborate with other staff to integrate technology, data, and best practices into training plans, track progress, and adjust programs to optimize performance and reduce injury risk. Additional duties include communicating with athletes and families about development plans, supporting travel team activities, maintaining a safe and organized training environment, and contributing to the continued growth of Ascent Athlete’s player development offerings.

Tasks

• Oversee daily operations of the Sports Performance floor, directing staff assignments and ensuring coaches are positioned effectively to support athlete training and facility needs.
• Conduct and assist with science-backed performance assessments, including power, speed, and movement testing.
• Assist in designing and implementing customized training programs based on assessment findings.
• Integrate strength development, power training, movement quality, mobility, and injury prevention strategies.
• Modify programs as athletes progress, recover from injury, or prepare for competition.
• Maintain accurate testing records and athlete profiles.
• Support return-to-play and performance restoration initiatives when appropriate.
• Educate athletes on training principles, recovery strategies, and long-term athletic development.
• Foster a culture centered on continual improvement, resilience, and evidence-based training.

Qualifications

• CSCS, SCCC, or equivalent certification strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in Athletic Performance and Training, including experience designing and implementing sport-specific programs.
• Proficiency in Coaching and Strength & Conditioning, with the ability to instruct proper technique and monitor athlete safety.
• Background in Business Coaching or athlete development consulting is beneficial, particularly for guiding long-term performance and career pathways.
• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Performance, or a related field preferred.
• Experience working with youth, collegiate, or professional athletes in a high-performance environment.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and observational skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed to support athletes and team schedules.