Director of Sports Performance

Perfect Performance NOVA; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

Perfect Performance NOVA, located in Vienna, Virginia, is looking to hire a Director of Sports Performance to lead athlete training in speed, strength, and conditioning. This role demands assessing athlete performance and developing tailored training programs to enhance their skills and prevent injuries.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in exercise science or a related field, along with relevant certifications. Expected qualifications include strong leadership, communication abilities, and a detail-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• Confident in decision-making in a fast-paced environment.
• Goal-oriented with organized leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate athletes' baseline measurables.
• Develop and implement strength and speed programs.
• Lead speed and strength training sessions.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership abilities

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in exercise science or related discipline

CSCS, NASM, USAW or equivalent certifications

Tools

Google Apps for business

Job description

Who We ArePerfect Performance NOVA is an elite sports institute focused on athlete development and advocacy. We offer best in class sports performance training including sleep, nutrition, sports psychology, strength, speed, agility and conditioning training. Additionally, we offer sports experiences through club teams, leagues, camps and events. Our purpose is to develop athletes for their next level of competition. Our mission is to develop athletes leveraging our expertise and experience in sports performance, position and sport specific skills, techniques and game acumen. Our vision is that every athlete we work with has the opportunity to play college and/or professional sports.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Who We Work With

Our clients are elite athletes, or those who aspire to be elite, at the middle school, high school, college and professional level of the sport they play. As high performers, they are committed to being the best version of themselves on and off the field. Our clients are willing to break through the proverbial glass ceiling to achieve their goals.

Role Summary

We are looking to add a Director of Sports Performance to lead the overall growth and direction of the speed, strength and conditioning. The majority of this work will be done in our training facility and on the field.

Fit for This Job

• Asks good questions, listens thoughtfully, and finds ways to practically bring ideas to life while executing on them with a high degree of consistency
• Has a keen eye for detail, pattern identification, ability to articulate them, and is motivated to create plans that optimize and improve the way things are done
• Meeting 100% proficiency is the low bar you set for yourself
• Has been told that you are too OCD about your attention to detail, yet you know if others would listen to you, you could help make things better
• Gets bored easily and is driven to excel because no one can set a standard higher than you do for yourself
• Is energized from being around challenge, high energy, change, and creativity and enjoys building structure to capitalize on the ideas and opportunities

Core Objectives

• Assess and evaluate athletes baseline measurables, metrics and functional movement
• Develop pre-hab and dynamic warm-up protocols to prepare the body for training, practices and games as well as reduce the potential for injuries
• Develop and implement strength programs that improve overall strength, power and explosiveness
• Develop and implement speed, agility, quickness and COD programs
• Lead all speed and strength training sessions
• Plan and execute strength, speed/agility clinics and camps for athletes in the 3rd-12th grade
• Lead the selection, management and development of interns and other coaches/trainers
• Coach athletes in assigned groups, teams and private training schedule
• Collaborate with the Director of Sales & Marketing to convert leads to customers as well as brand the Performance program
• Record and manage the improvements of all athletes
• Create written and video content for PP Speed & Strength social media outlets

Requirements and Qualifications

• Confident to speak candidly, assume roles and complete tasks, and then report back on what happened as well as its impact
• Able to make professional decisions in a fast-paced environment and own the results
• Goal-oriented and organized leadership
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Capable in both a leadership and team-player role
• Strong aptitude for numbers and financial reports
• In-depth understanding of the company and its position in the industry
• Bachelor’s degree in exercise science or a related discipline (Masters Degree preferred)
• CSCS, NASM, USAW or equivalent certifications
• Working knowledge of various computer programs (experience with Google Apps for business preferred but not required)
• Excellent analytical and time-management skills with good interpersonal skills and communication with all stakeholders
• Able to work remotely while having the ability to meet in person as needed