What are the responsibilities and job description for the Performance coach position at Philadelphia Union?
WHO WE ARE
Philadelphia was awarded the 16th Major League Soccer franchise in February, 2008 and the team was officially announced as the Philadelphia Union in May, 2009.
Owned and operated by Union Sports and Entertainment, the group launched the Philadelphia Union's inaugural season in 2010 and opened what is now Subaru Park in June, 2010.
Subaru Park is an 18,500 seat, world-class soccer specific stadium that sits beautifully along the Delaware River at the base of the Commodore Barry Bridge and is only 15 miles from downtown Philadelphia.
The club has reached the finals of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup in 2014, 2015 and 2018, and has appeared in the MLS Cup Playoffs in 2011, 2016, 2018-2023, securing their first showing in the CONCACAF Champions League in 2021.
In 2020, the Union were awarded the club’s first Supporters’ Shield after finishing with the best regular season record in MLS.
The club hosted the Eastern Conference Final in 2021 and were named the Eastern Conference Champions in 2022. The 2022 season finished at the MLS Cup against LAFC, in one of the most intense matches in League history! The Philadelphia Union have competed in North America’s biggest tournament with back-to-back Concacaf Champions Cup appearances in 2023 and 2024.
Philadelphia Union’s culture and brand positioning of Young, Fearless, Challengers differentiates us from others and focuses our vision to be unafraid and defy the ordinary.
Union Sports and Entertainment is relentlessly pursuing excellence both on and off the field and will lead the way, set the standards and share the glory.
Our connection to Philadelphia is symbolized in the Club’s crest as the snake, colors, shield, slogan and thirteen stars all represent Philadelphia as the original capital city and its call to action during the American Revolution.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
The Philadelphia Union is looking to fill the position of First Team Performance Coach. This is a full-time position that is primarily responsible for assisting the Head of Performance and the rest of the First Team Performance and Medical staff with the physical preparation of the First Team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist the Head of Performance with all aspects of player physical preparation including :
- On field warm ups
- Designing and implementing strength training
- On field, end-stage return to play
- Assist the Head Sport Scientist with all aspects of :
- Data collection and athlete monitoring
- Performance testing and athlete profiling
- Work closely with the First Team Medical staff on :
- Player return to play protocols
- Individualized athlete recovery protocols and modalities
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology or a related field
- Master’s degree preferred
- Experience with different sport science technologies, including :
- Force Plates
- Force Cells
- 2 years of experience working in a collegiate, MLS Academy, or professional setting
- Experience with soccer preferred, but not required
- NSCA CSCS certification or equivalent
- Current CPR / First Aid Certification
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as necessary
OUR PERKS
- Comprehensive benefits package including three medical options, vision and dental coverage, including flexible spending & health savings accounts
- Pre-tax and Roth 401k (up to 4% is matched, after eligibility period)
- Company-paid life insurance and disability
- Wellness reimbursements
- 50% merchandise discount
- Other league and partner discounts
- Complimentary or discounted tickets
- 24 / 7 state-of-the-art Fitness Center, locker rooms, and Sportsplex (coming soon!)
- On-site Café with grab-and-go options, salad bar, and grill!
This position requires valid criminal background clearances in the state of PA :
PA Child Abuse History Clearance
FBI Criminal Background Check (via fingerprinting)
Annual Safe Sport Certification
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
Last updated : 2024-11-22