Chicago Fire Football Club is a Major League Soccer team that was founded in 1997. The Club returned to Soldier Field as well as opened a new 50,000 square foot business office in the heart of the city. With tremendous growth and expansion, the Club is laying the foundation for an ambitious vision that will transform the Club in the coming years.

Job Responsibilities:

Under the Director of Academy Performance, work in partnership with Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT), including technical staff, athletic trainers, and support staff, to provide an integrated High-Performance LTAD program for Academy players, in line with club and department philosophy
Direct and/or assist in delivery of field, prehabilitation, strength, rehabilitation sessions and match day warm-ups in team and individual settings, teaching proper technique and safety for all exercises and movements
Direct and/or assist with GPS distribution, collection, download, and cutting, wellness monitoring, testing administration, RPE collection, compiling, analysis, and reporting
Contribute to and advance LTAD programming and curriculum, data collection, testing, analytics, and reporting to develop high-performance football-oriented solutions
Direct and/or assist with delivery of scientifically based optimal recovery strategies post-training and post-match
Develop individual and team off-season training programs
Travel with Academy teams to matches and events
Assist in additional tasks as directed by Director of Academy Performance
Assist with daily operations and administrative tasks
Contribute to regular CPD events encompassing First Team and Academy staff
Be an ambassador for the football club and share in its vision and values

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Sport Science, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Strength & Conditioning, or a related field
NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Three years of experience in a sports science role, with at least two years of experience working within the football profession
Ability to contribute to a High-Performance environment and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team
Clear understanding of and proven ability to implement Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD)
Proficiency in data science, including use of Microsoft Suite, GPS systems, AMS, VALD Suite, etc
First aid and CPR certification
Self-motivated, detail-oriented and have a sense of accountability
Ability to work productively under pressure and be consistently proactive
Ability to work extended hours, weekends and holidays when required
Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license

Desired Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Sport Science, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Strength & Conditioning, or a related field
NSCA Certified Performance & Sport Scientist (CPSS)
Five years of experience in a sports science role, with at least four years of experience working within a football profession
Expertise in data science, including use of Microsoft Suite, GPS systems, AMS, VALD Suite, etc.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Chicago Fire FC is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion. Our diversity initiatives start with the recruitment and selection process; therefore, we’d like to welcome all diverse candidates to apply to opportunities within our Club. CFFC is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants for employment that is free from discrimination. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, age, veteran or military status, disability, sexual orientation, sexual orientation or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department at [email protected] to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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Academy Performance Coach