Seasonal Strength & Conditioning Coach

To become baseball’s highest performing organization — defined by our relentless pursuit of excellence, strengthened by our connection, and fueled by our positive energy.

Our Core Values

• Joy:We want to be around people that like to have fun. We remain optimistic through the ups and downs, we enjoy the process, and we share in something bigger than ourselves.
• Humility:We don’t have all the answers. We lead with curiosity, listen generously, and seek growth from every experience — especially the tough ones. We have gotten over ourselves.
• Integrity:We do the right thing, even when it’s hard. We act with honesty, accountability, and respect for our teammates and ourselves. We treat the custodian like the king.
• Competitiveness:We embrace challenges and thrive in high-stakes environments. We prepare relentlessly. We are energized by the idea of keeping score.

Position Summary

The Washington Nationals are seeking driven and open-minded S&C Coaches to support all aspects of the physical development program at our Minor League affiliates. The Seasonal S&C Coach will assist the affiliate S&C Coach and work closely with the Athletic Training Staff and Player Development departments to help implement the Nationals’ performance model on a daily basis.

Ideal candidates embody our core values (joy, humility, integrity, and competitiveness) and are highly motivated, with a proactive and creative growth mindset. The Nationals will work with accepted applicants to place them at an affiliate that maximizes their strengths and interests.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with delivery of warm-ups, weight room sessions, conditioning, and recovery sessions
• Help manage daily scheduling, facility setup/breakdown, equipment organization
• Support data collection across performance areas (jump testing, workload, speed, strength, wellness, etc.)
• Execute GPS, jump testing, sprint profiling, and wellness monitoring as directed
• Assist with basic reporting and communication of training status to staff
• Help deliver individualized and team-based programs written by the Coordinator & Affiliate S&C Coach
• Work closely with the affiliate strength coach, medical staff, coordinators, and coaches
• Assist with interdisciplinary communication to ensure athlete needs are met

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or Related Field
• Certification through the NSCA (CSCS)
• CPR/AED/First Aid
• Vehicle and Laptop computer

Preferred:

• Experience using a variety of sport science devices such as 1080 Motion Devices, Vald Ecosystem, Gym Aware, etc.
• Willingness to learn and continue their education within and beyond the Strength and Conditioning field

Compensation

This is a seasonal hourly paid position without health benefits. The position is paid in accordance to DC Minimum Wage ($17.95/hour as of July 1, 2025), with the potential for overtime hours. The Nationals will provide meal money and a monthly housing allowance, in addition to covering travel to and from the home residence.

Applicants should expect to work non-traditional hours, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Nationals are dedicated to offering equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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