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Academy Performance Coach (Full Time)

St. Louis CITY SC
United States, Missouri, St. Louis
326 South 21st Street (Show on map)
Dec 12, 2025
Position Title: Academy Performance Coach Who CITY is: St. Louis CITY is more than just the newest local MLS soccer team, we have quickly become the heartbeat of St. Louis and are leading the frontier of an emerging cultural renaissance. Join our growing family of 500+ visionaries in a fun and fast-paced work environment that provides unmatched potential for new ideas, personal growth, and immediate impact. Who you are: CITY provides a progressive and supportive workplace that lets YOU be YOU. We value unique experiences and perspectives, and we hire employees who leverage their differences to add value. Feel the impact of your ideas come to life as you join in the thunderous roar of 22,500 impassioned fans at our state-of-the art facility. What CITY does: Join us today in the mission of uniting the St. Louis Region and redefining what it means to be a soccer team. Job Summary: The Performance Coach supports the physical development of Academy players through the planning and delivery of strength & conditioning, athletic development, and performance monitoring. This role works closely with Academy coaches, medical staff, and sport science to ensure every player receives individualized, developmentally appropriate support. This is a full time, exempt position. Responsibilities: Player Development & Training Deliver age-appropriate strength, speed, movement, and conditioning programs for Academy teams. Lead on-field and gym-based athletic development programs aligned with club methodology. Operate STATSports for daily load monitoring and reporting. Performance Monitoring & Analysis Collect and interpret data from: STATSports GPS Polar HR monitoring VALD Suite (NordBord, ForceFrame, ForceDecks) Support player profiling, readiness reporting, and long-term development plans. Collaboration & Communication Work with coaches, medical staff, and sport science to align physical preparation with team needs. Participate in performance meetings and communicate insights clearly to staff, players, and families. Educate players in recovery, nutrition, habits, and professionalism. Qualifications: Required Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Science, Strength & Conditioning, Athletic Training, or related field. Experience coaching youth or elite athletes in performance or athletic development. Familiarity with GPS systems (preferably STATSports) and Polar HR monitoring. Basic understanding of force diagnostics (VALD Suite) or willingness to learn. Strong understanding of long-term athlete development principles. Ability to work collaboratively in a high-performance environment. Evening and weekend work required based on Academy schedule. Travel required for MLS NEXT events, showcases, and tournaments. Preferred Master's degree in a related field. CSCS, CPSS, or equivalent certification or willingness to obtain within 6 months. Soccer-specific experience (MLS NEXT, USSF pathways, or similar). Experience delivering performance testing and tracking KPIs. St. Louis CITY SC is building a team that is passionate about their work, the success of our Club and the growth and revitalization of our region. We desire people who hold themselves and others accountable and are driven by setting new standards for fan engagement. TKFC LC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.