POSITION TITLE: Minor League Physical Performance Coach
LOCATION: Scottsdale, AZ
DEPARTMENT: Medical Operations
REPORTS TO: Director, Physical Performance
STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT: Baseball Operations
STATUS: Full Time, Exempt from Overtime
ABOUT US
The Colorado Rockies Baseball Club is embracing the climb, committed to building a championship-caliber organization on the field, in the clubhouse, and throughout our business operations. Playing at altitude presents unique competitive challenges and opportunities, and we embrace innovation, collaboration, and evidence-based practices to support elite performance. Rooted in the traditions of America’s pastime, we operate with integrity, service, quality, and trust while striving to create an exceptional experience for our players, staff, and fans.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Minor League Physical Performance Coach plays a critical role in optimizing player availability, durability, and performance in one of the most demanding environments in professional sports—high altitude baseball. This position is responsible for delivering and evolving the Colorado Rockies’ Physical Performance program at the Major League level, with a strong emphasis on strength & conditioning, recovery, nutrition, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
In addition to hands-on coaching, this role serves as a leader within the broader performance ecosystem, providing guidance to Minor League performance staff. The ideal candidate is a high-energy, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced, relationship-driven environment and is passionate about helping athletes perform at their best, day in and day out.
This position is based primarily in Scottsdale, AZ, with travel as needed throughout the season.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Physical Performance & Training
- Lead and/or assist with daily team warm-ups, mobility and flexibility sessions, speed, agility, and sport-specific movement work.
- Design and lead individualized and group-based strength and power training sessions aligned with player needs, workload, and game demands.
- Monitor and adjust training programs to account for altitude, travel, recovery, and seasonal fatigue.
- Educate players on training intent, recovery strategies, sleep habits, and long-term performance sustainability.
- Communicate regularly with players during the off-season regarding training plans, nutrition strategies, and recovery expectations.
Nutrition Leadership & Vendor Partnership
- Serve as a leader of the Minor League nutrition program, ensuring alignment between performance goals, player needs, and fueling strategies.
- Provide education and accountability around nutritional best practices, hydration, supplementation (in compliance with MLB policy), and altitude-specific fueling considerations.
Collaboration & Sports Medicine Integration
- Work collaboratively with the Minor League Manager, Coaches, Athletic Trainers, and Medical Staff to support player readiness and availability.
- Assist Athletic Trainers with rehabilitation and return-to-play programming as appropriate.
- Participate as a strong contributor in in-season and off-season planning meetings.
- Assist with performance testing protocols and data collection in collaboration with Minor League Staff and the Minor League Coordinator.
Leadership & Program Development
- Lead, mentor, and support Minor League strength and conditioning staff, helping ensure organizational alignment and professional development.
- Demonstrate full proficiency in the Colorado Rockies’ performance software systems, including data entry, analysis, and reporting.
- Understand, communicate, and strictly enforce MiLB policies related to supplements and performance practices.
- Maintain the organization, cleanliness, and professional standards of the Training Center.
Operational Excellence
- Manage competing priorities in a demanding, travel-heavy Minor League environment.
- Maintain a professional image and demeanor that reflects the standards of a Major League organization.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of Baseball Operations and Medical Operations.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or a related field.
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
- Current CPR/First Aid certification.
- Demonstrated experience implementing strength, conditioning, and recovery programs in a high-performance athletic environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and credibility with players, coaches, and staff.
- Exceptional organizational, time-management, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Exercise Science or a related field.
- Minimum of two years of strength and conditioning experience at the professional baseball level.
- Experience with Hawkin Dynamics force plates and software.
- Baseball playing or coaching background.
- Fluency in English and Spanish.
- Experience working collaboratively with nutrition partners or managing performance-related vendors.
SCHEDULE & TRAVEL
This role follows the rhythm of a baseball season and requires flexibility:
- Regular on-site work in Scottsdale, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends
- Travel as needed to support team and player development
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to lift and move equipment (up to 100 lbs)
- Comfortable demonstrating exercises and being on your feet for extended periods
- Ability to travel and adjust to varying schedules
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Annual Salary: $59,500, meal money, travel reimbursement, and spring training living stipend included
- This full-time position is eligible for the Club’s benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, game tickets, employee discounts, and other benefits according to plan eligibility.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
- Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis but must be received by October 9, 2026. Please note that this is just an estimate, and the posting may be removed or extended at any time.
- The estimated time to complete the recruitment process will be by November 1, 2026.
- A note for Colorado Rockies employees:
- Please apply via the internal job board in UKG by following these prompts: MENU > MYSELF > MY COMPANY > VIEW OPPORTUNITIES > select the position > CONSENT > APPLY NOW
- If you cannot access UKG, please list your most recent Manager as an Employee Reference on your application.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Rockies baseball is for everyone! We pride ourselves on hiring, developing, and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. In addition, we will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities in compliance with the ADA. All employment and promotion decisions will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs.
The Colorado Rockies participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm authorization to work in the United States.
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