Job Title: Academy Performance Coach Intern Department: Colorado Rapids Academy Business Unit: Location: 6000 Victory Way, Commerce City, Colorado Reports To: Academy Technical Director Employment Type: Variable Hour – Hourly– Exempt/Non-Exempt Supervisor Position: No _____________________________________________________________________________________ Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), KIMN,KXKL, KKSE (FM/AM), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam. Nature of Work: The Academy Performance Coach Intern will assist and support the club’s Performance Department in the planning and delivery of a full athletic performance/development program for the Colorado Rapids Development Academy. This program will impact approximately 80 Academy players aged between 13 & 18 years of age. Examples of work performed:

Support Academy Strength & Conditioning coach in design and implementation of a periodized athletic development program to be delivered in weight room and on the training field
Support Academy Strength & Conditioning coach in collection of data provided by GPS/Heart Rate Monitoring systems or other available modes and provide coaching staff with data points to guide periodization and session building
Support Academy Strength & Conditioning coach in Activation/Regeneration sessions as needed (at home and away)
Support Academy Strength & Conditioning coach in providing individualized Return To Play (RTP) Protocols that allows each athlete to progress safely back to full training
Support Academy Strength & Conditioning coach in providing at home training programs for those not traveling, injured, or during cancelled session (due to weather)

This description is a summary only and describes the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. This position's duties may change occasionally and/or based on business needs. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority. Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

Typical Office Conditions
Lift 50 lbs. daily
Work in extreme weather conditions

Qualifications:

This individual must possess a minimum of a B.S. in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or Athletic Training.
First Aid/CPR certification required.
A CSCS, NASM-PES, or equivalent certification is preferred
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred
- A Masters in Sports Science, Exercise Science or equivalent is preferred.
- Ability to acquire or produce and maintain a valid driver’s license and meet company vehicle driving standards.

Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Ability to maintain positive attitude and demonstrate professionalism
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
Ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner
Ability to work independently & in a group setting and demonstrate good judgment skills
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Possesses excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and adapt to changing environments

Compensation:

Base hourly range $19.29 per hour

Benefits Include:

401K/Employer Match

Equal Employment Opportunity Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. #twintern

Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), the Colorado Mammoth (NLL), KIMN,KXKL, KKSE (FM/AM), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and Skycam. We will welcome fans into our venues as family, providing respect and care from the purchase of a ticket to the drive home. We will celebrate the best in sport and entertainment by recognizing the diversity and human spirit around us, and by working within our community to improve the lives of all those within the community.

Academy Performance Coach Intern

Academy Performance Coach Intern

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