Design and lead age-appropriate strength and conditioning programs for youth athletes aged 11-18 based on LTAD principles. Coach fundamental movement skills and collaborate with families and staff to support holistic athletic development.
Requirements summary
Requires a high school diploma and CPR/AED/First Aid certifications, with a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or Exercise Science preferred. Candidates should possess strong knowledge of youth exercise physiology and ideally hold a CSCS or equivalent certification.
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Job description
Multnomah Athletic Club is more than Portland’s most legendary hub of sports and socializing.
It’s like a small city unto itself.
Where else can you find four restaurants, three pools, a climbing gym, state-of-the-art studios and fitness suite, a complex of racquet sport courts, massage offerings, a boutique, plus a grand ballroom and variety of events spaces all in one place?
To say that every employee of MAC has room to move is an understatement almost as big as MAC’s 600,000 square feet of recreational possibilities.
Want a career with a future?
A campus worth exploring?
A one-of-a-kind community on which you can have a direct impact?
MAC is all of those things and more.
The Role The Multnomah Athletic Club is seeking an energetic and knowledgeable Youth Strength & Conditioning Specialist to help young athletes build confidence, develop athletic skills, and establish a lifelong love of movement.
This role designs and delivers safe, age-appropriate strength and conditioning programs for youth athletes ages 11–18, grounded in Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD) principles.
As a trusted coach and mentor, you'll create engaging training experiences that support athletic performance while considering each athlete's stage of growth, maturation, and readiness.
You'll work closely with athletes, families, and fellow fitness professionals to foster healthy development, physical literacy, and positive training habits in a fun and supportive environment.
What You'll Do Design and lead individualized and small-group strength and conditioning programs for youth athletes.
Apply Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD) principles to create age- and stage-appropriate training plans.
Assess athletes' movement patterns, fitness levels, growth stages, sports backgrounds, and health histories.
Monitor athletes during periods of growth and adapt programming to support safe development.
Coach fundamental movement skills and athletic performance techniques.
Educate athletes and parents on physical literacy, long-term development, and healthy training practices.
Build positive relationships that encourage confidence, motivation, and enjoyment of physical activity.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
401(k) With Employer Match
Free Parking
Facility Access
Discounted Public Transportation Passes
Discounts On Club Services And Meals
Maintain regular communication with athletes, parents, and Fitness & Performance team members.
Accurately manage scheduling, billing, and related administrative responsibilities.
Collaborate with Fitness Coaches, sport coaches, and other Performance staff to support holistic athlete development.
Participate in department meetings, professional development opportunities, club trainings, and safety drills.
Support youth-focused clinics, camps, and special programming initiatives as needed.
Uphold MAC safety standards, Code of Conduct, and service excellence expectations.
Respond to club emergency procedures, including Code Blue and Code Red situations.
Maintain regular, predictable attendance and availability for evening and weekend programming.
What You'll Bring Education & Certifications High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Sport Science, or a related field preferred.
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) preferred.
Equivalent nationally recognized certifications such as NSCA-CPT, NASM-CPT, ACE-CPT, USAW, or similar will be considered.
Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications required.
Experience & Knowledge Strong understanding of youth exercise physiology, growth and maturation, and motor development.
Knowledge of Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD) frameworks and youth performance training principles.
Experience coaching youth athletes in individual and group settings.
Ability to create developmentally appropriate strength, conditioning, and athletic performance programs.
Understanding of fundamental movement patterns, including squatting, hinging, pushing, pulling, carrying, and locomotion.
What You'll Gain At Multnomah Athletic Club, we believe in taking care of our team members.
We offer a wide range of benefits to ensure your well-being, both inside and outside the club.
Here's what's in it for you: Full-time employees: Enjoy medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Facility access: Free access to our exercise room and classes, climbing gym, and pools.
Convenience
Free parking and discounted public transportation passes.
Retirement
Participate in our 401(k) program with an employer match.
Well-being: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free.
Perks
Enjoy discounts on club services and meals. Apply today! #LI-Onsite
The Multnomah Athletic Club is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.
Market context
Youth training roles in Oregon
In Oregon, youth strength and conditioning roles are typically tied to schools, clubs, and community programs that want staff who can support safe athletic development. These positions are competitive because employers often look for CPR/AED/First Aid credentials, a strong grasp of youth exercise physiology, and preferred credentials like a CSCS or a degree in Kinesiology or Exercise Science. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications and tailor your application to youth training experience.
