Department: Baseball Operations – Player Development
Job Title: Strength and Conditioning Intern
Reports To: Minor League Strength & Conditioning Coordinator
Job Purpose: The Strength & Conditioning Intern is to assist the Cincinnati Reds strength and conditioning program in facilitating departmental initiatives at the Reds Player Development Complex. The selected candidate will report to Goodyear, AZ in April and complete the work assignment through the end of September.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Will be responsible for assisting all aspects of the Cincinnati Reds Strength and Conditioning program, including but not limited to:
- Aid in the collection, distribution, and presentation of S&C metric data both at the complex and throughout the department
- Manage data and education distribution systems throughout the organization, such as TV slideshows, social media, etc.
- Support of AZ Rehab staff in the daily responsibilities of player health, performance, workload, etc., during the rehabilitation and return-to-play processes
- Leading daily warm-up, monitoring weight room and on-field conditioning sessions.
- Submitting weekly and monthly reports.
- Conduct literature and research reviews on topics pertinent to the S&C Department.
- Assist with the maintenance and inventory of S&C equipment
- Additional duties as needed, assigned by the Strength and Conditioning Coordinator

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Independent judgment and the ability to multitask are required to plan, prioritize, and organize a diversified workload.
Strong work ethic, accountability, and a desire to continue his/her education in the strength and conditioning field.
Willingness to work long, flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
Must be trustworthy and comfortable managing large amounts of money and sensitive information.
High interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate with various departments, seniority levels, and personalities.
Knowledge of various computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Basic knowledge of the sport of professional baseball.

Experience, Education, and Licensure:

Enrolled in or completed undergraduate or graduate degree program in sport or exercise science, kinesiology, or related field; CSCS preferred
>1-year experience working in sports performance environments with athletes.

Requirements:

Spoken and written fluency in English.
Spanish-speaking preferred.
Work is typically performed in a weight room or on-field setting. Proper clothing attire is provided for job duties.
Willing to relocate. The position is at the Reds Player Development Complex in Goodyear, AZ.

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, military or veteran status, 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 is, therefore, a partial representation not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.

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