Colorado Rapids II Lead Performance Coach

Colorado Rapids II Lead Performance Coach

Position offered by Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) based in Commerce City, CO. Reports to the Director of Player Performance. Full time – salaried, exempt.

$60,000 – $65,000 per annum.

• Collaborate with technical staff to create and implement a periodization model throughout each phase of the season, including daily, weekly, and monthly plans (microcycles – macrocycles) both in the weight room and on the field.
• Gather data provided by GPS or other available modes and provide coaching staff with data points to guide tactical periodization, drill and session design.
• Utilize longitudinal load tracking tools to maximize individual player performance (e.g., Training to Competition Load Ratio, Acute to Chronic Workload Ratio, etc.).
• Serve as a resource for coaching staff.
• Collaborate with R2 Athletic Trainer, Sport Scientist, and Club Dietician using an interdisciplinary approach to player performance, development, and care.
• Perform daily warm‑up/cool‑down routines for both training and matches.
• Perform activation/recovery sessions (home and away).
• Implement an Athlete Education Program, including but not limited to recovery, nutrition, strength training, injury prevention, and other pertinent information to achieving peak performance.
• Provide individualized Return to Play (RTP) Plan following the Rapids RTP Process under 1st Team Staff guidance that allows each athlete to progress safely back to full training/match play.
• Create an individualized athlete profile consisting of data gathered from GPS, weight room activities, on‑field performance (games), and testing results (FMS, 1RMs, etc.).
• Collaborate with Director of Player Performance & Senior Director of Sport & Data Science to monitor and manage training loads for high‑potential players participating across various teams.
• Provide at‑home training programs for those not traveling, injured, or during cancelled sessions (due to weather), including off‑season training programs.
• Create and distribute required reports for US Soccer and other national teams, as required.
• Travel as required.
• Assist the Rapids 2 General Manager/Director of Player Personnel and Technical Director with any other duties as assigned, including player movement from Academy to R2 and R2 to First Team.
• Prioritize continuing education and individual development as directed by supervisor and club.
• Support the Performance Department Internship Program as needed.

• Work Experience
  • Minimum of 3 years combined full‑time experience at the professional level OR full‑time experience at the MLS Next, MLS Next Pro, or NCAA Division 1 level as a strength & conditioning coach/performance coach.
• Required
  • Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Strength & Conditioning, Sport Science, or a related field.
  • Must be an NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS).
  • First Aid/CPR certification required.
  • Extensive experience using STATSports with the ability to efficiently analyze, interpret, and visualize internal/external loads for technical staff and front office to make data‑informed decisions.
  • Experience and knowledge in building out individual player profiles, establishing benchmarks to compare against daily readiness, including movement screens, VALD (Force Decks, Force Frame, Nordboard, and Smart Speed gates), and other performance testing.
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams.
• Preferred
  • Master’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Strength & Conditioning, Sport Science, or a related field.
  • EXOS Performance Specialist, NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES), NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES), USSF C License, NSCA CPSS.
  • Experience and knowledge of Athlete Management Systems, preferably Teamworks AMS, and experience using Bridge Athletic.
  • High level of playing experience is preferred (College and/or Professional).

• Demonstrate professionalism, punctuality, and exhibit proper ethical behavior.
• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Possess the…