Sports Performance Specialist

ELITE U; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Job summary

Elite U in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a part-time Sports Performance Specialist to design and supervise strength, conditioning, and agility programs for youth to professional athletes. You will conduct assessments, coach sessions, and collaborate with athletic trainers and coaches to deliver a holistic development plan.

Certification requirements and a flexible, travel-friendly schedule are emphasized. Experience with youth and competitive athletes is preferred, with NSCA-CSCS or NASM

Qualifications

• Experience in personal training, strength coaching, or a related performance field.
• Experience with youth or competitive athletes preferred.
• Current industry certification required (e.g., NSCA-CSCS, NASM, or similar).

Responsibilities

• Program Design: Create individualized and group training plans based on athlete evaluations and sport demands.
• Coaching & Instruction: Lead sessions with real-time feedback on technique to maximize performance and prevent injuries.
• Athlete Assessment: Conduct on-site evaluations using assessment protocols to track progress.
• Collaboration: Work with athletic trainers, physical therapists, and coaches for a cohesive development plan.
• Education & Mentorship: Educate athletes and parents on nutrition, hydration, recovery, and mental prep.
• Facility Management: Keep the training environment and equipment clean, organized, and safe.
• Emergency Response: Recognize medical emergencies and enact an emergency action plan when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Motivation

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's in Kinesiology

NSCA-CSCS or NASM certification

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance

Elite U

Scottsdale/Phoenix, AZ

Part Time

$20-$40/hr depending on experience

About Us:

At Elite U, we are dedicated to helping athletes of all levels unlock their full potential. We utilize a science-based, holistic approach to training that combines physical conditioning, injury prevention, and mental resilience strategies. We are looking for a passionate, knowledgeable, and dynamic Sports Performance Specialists to join our elite team and inspire our athletes to perform at their best.

Job Summary:

The Sports Performance Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and supervising strength, conditioning, and agility programs for athletes ranging from youth to professional levels. This role involves conducting athlete assessments, providing hands-on coaching, and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure a comprehensive and individualized approach to athlete development.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Design: Design and adapt individualized and group training programs based on athlete evaluations and specific sport demands.


• Coaching & Instruction: Lead dynamic training sessions, providing clear instruction and real-time feedback on proper technique and form to maximize performance and prevent injury.


• Athlete Assessment: Conduct on-site evaluations using proprietary assessment protocols to track progress and performance data.


• Collaboration: Work closely with athletic trainers, physical therapists, and head coaches to ensure a cohesive and holistic athlete development plan.


• Education & Mentorship: Educate athletes and parents on topics such as proper nutrition, hydration, recovery strategies, and mental preparation.


• Facility Management: Ensure the training environment and all equipment are clean, organized, and safe at all times.


• Emergency Response: Recognize signs of medical emergencies and efficiently enact an emergency action plan when necessary.

Qualifications

• Experience: Must have experience in personal training, strength coaching, or a related performance field, preferably working with youth and/or competitive athletes.


• Certifications:
  
  
  
  • Current industry certification required (e.g., NSCA-CSCS - Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, NASM, or similar, or Bachelor's in Kinesiology).
  
  
  
  


• Skills: Strong leadership, motivational, and communication skills; ability to work a flexible/fluctuating schedule including early mornings, and evenings. This dynamic role requires the ability to travel and work across both of our facilities in the greater Phoenix area.


• Physical Demands: Must be physically capable of performing and demonstrating strenuous activities typical of leading a sports performance program.