Minor League Strength & Conditioning Coach

Ballpark Operations; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cincinnati Reds are seeking a Minor League Strength & Conditioning Coach to oversee the organization’s program at a Reds Minor League Affiliate. The role focuses on leading daily warm-ups, monitoring sessions, and coordinating on- and off-site conditioning activities.

Required BA/BS in Exercise Science, CSCS certification, CPR/AED, and experience in professional sports or intercollegiate athletic training. Flexible hours and travel within the United States and Dominican Republic are expected.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Exercise Science or related field required, Master’s degree preferred.
• CSCS certification required; RSCC certification preferred.
• CPR/AED certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and implement the Cincinnati Reds Strength & Conditioning program.
• Lead daily warm-up activities.
• Monitor weight room sessions and on-field conditioning activities.
• Schedule and coordinate strength and conditioning sessions at home and on the road.
• Ensure players complete prescribed training programs and performance initiatives.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Weight training

Conditioning techniques

Athlete training

Supervision

Multitasking

HIPAA compliance

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Leadership

Education

BA/BS in Exercise Science

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Title

Minor League Strength & Conditioning Coach

Department

Baseball Operations – Player Development - Strength & Conditioning

FLSA Status

Salary (Exempt)

Date Created

10/01/2023

Date Reviewed

10/01/2026

Job Summary

Responsible for the Cincinnati Reds Strength and Conditioning Program on a daily basis at a Reds Minor League Affiliate.

Requirements

Education

• BA/BS in Exercise Science or related field required, Master’s degree preferred.

Licensure

• CSCS certification required. RSCC certification preferred.
• CPR/AED certifications required.
• Must be current and on-file.

Experience

• Experience in professional sports or intercollegiate athletic training. Time spent in professional baseball preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of weight training and conditioning techniques
• Skill in training or instructing athletes
• May supervise and/or provide functional guidance of support staff or other employees.
• Leadership of a department, unit or major function and/or direct supervision over administrative & professional employees and ability to provide functional guidance of support staff.
• Independent judgment and ability to multitask is required to plan, prioritize, and organize diversified workload.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to work long, flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be trustworthy and comfortable with managing sensitive information, including compliance with HIPAA.
• High level of interpersonal skills and be able to effectively communicate with wide range of departments, seniority levels and personalities.
• Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

Other

• Spoken and written fluency in English. Spanish preferred.
• Ability to travel within the United States and the Dominican Republic.
• Report to Spring Training in Goodyear, AZ.
• Willing to relocate during the baseball season. Location of employment will be an assigned minor league affiliate team.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Strength & Conditioning Program Implementation – 60%

• Oversee and implement the Cincinnati Reds Strength & Conditioning program internationally.
• Lead daily warm-up activities.
• Monitor weight room sessions and on-field conditioning activities.
• Schedule and coordinate strength and conditioning sessions at home and on the road.
• Ensure players are completing prescribed training programs and performance initiatives.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Player Monitoring & Performance Tracking – 25%

• Conduct objective performance data collection on a weekly basis.
• Track daily player activities and participation.
• Monitor player workload, conditioning progress, and adherence to organizational standards.
• Maintain accurate records to support player development and performance evaluation.

Administrative & Organizational Support – 15%

• Submit weekly and monthly reports.
• Communicate player updates and program information to Strength & Conditioning leadership.
• Complete additional duties and special projects assigned by the Coordinator or departmental leadership.
• Support overall Health & Performance and Player Development initiatives.

Reports To

Director, Minor League Strength & Conditioning

Next Role to Develop Toward

• Not Specified. Based on organizational and professional goals.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the day.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 100 pounds (lifting athletes, supplies, equipment, etc.).
• Ability to bend, squat, reach, and climb stairs regularly in the course of daily duties.
• Comfortable working in varying conditions (heat, humidity, cold, outdoors, confined spaces like office/cubicles and locker rooms). Proper clothing attire is provided for job duties.
• Ability to handle repetitive tasks.
• Sufficient hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for tasks like computer work, note-taking, etc.
• Ability to remain on feet for long shifts and to work long and variable hours, including weekends and holidays.

Expectations

• Adhere to Cincinnati Reds Organization Policies and Procedures.
• Act as a role model within and outside the Cincinnati Reds Organization.
• Perform duties as workload necessitates.
• Demonstrate flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload.
• Meet department productivity standards.
• Willingness to learn. Open to new methodologies.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Cincinnati Reds are an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Cincinnati Reds to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or creed, sex, age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

Disclaimer

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. The above description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Additional duties, as assigned, may become part of the job function. The duties listed above are, therefore, a partial representation not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.