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How much do sports performance specialist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for sports performance specialist in the United States is $68,249.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,000.00 and $83,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Sports Performance Specialist vs Athletic Trainer?

AspectSports Performance SpecialistAthletic Trainer
CertificationsCSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist), NSCAATC (Certified Athletic Trainer), BOC
Work EnvironmentGyms, training facilities, sports teamsHospitals, schools, sports clinics
Primary FocusEnhancing athletic performance, strength, and conditioningInjury prevention, assessment, and rehabilitation

While both roles work with athletes, Sports Performance Specialists focus on improving strength and performance through training programs, whereas Athletic Trainers primarily prevent, diagnose, and treat injuries. They often collaborate but serve different primary functions within sports teams and fitness settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sports performance specialist?

To thrive as a Sports Performance Specialist, you need a solid background in exercise science, biomechanics, and nutrition, often supported by a bachelor's or master's degree and certifications like CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist). Familiarity with performance assessment tools, strength and conditioning software, and wearable technology is typically required. Excellent motivational, communication, and analytical skills help to build trust with athletes and tailor programs to their unique needs. These competencies are crucial to optimizing athletic performance, preventing injuries, and ensuring athletes reach their full potential.

What is a sports performance specialist?

A sports performance specialist is a professional who helps athletes improve their physical abilities, such as strength, speed, agility, and endurance, through training programs and techniques. They often work in gyms, training facilities, or sports teams and may hold certifications in strength and conditioning or sports science. Their goal is to optimize athletic performance and reduce injury risk.

How does a sports performance specialist typically collaborate with coaches and athletes to optimize training programs?

A Sports Performance Specialist works closely with coaches and athletes to design and adjust training regimens based on performance data, individual goals, and sport-specific demands. Regular communication ensures that training plans align with the team's overall strategy and the athlete's current condition. Specialists often attend practices and competitions to observe, provide feedback, and make real-time modifications, fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes both performance and injury prevention. This collaborative approach allows for tailored interventions that help athletes reach their full potential.
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Infographic showing various Sports Performance Specialist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,249 per year, or $32.8 per hour.

Strength & Conditioning Coach (Lakeville, MN)

ETS Performance LLC

Lakeville, MN โ€ข On-site

$24K - $36K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description


ETS Sports Performance Specialist

Join ETS Partner Adam Thielen as we open additional ETS Sports Performance locations across the country!


Position Overview:

We are seeking motivated and experienced Strength and Performance Specialists that are searching for a unique opportunity to work and flourish in the private sector of the Sports Performance industry. The ideal candidate would have a strong interest in working with youth, high school, college and professional athletes in an electric atmosphere utilizing proven next level training and business systems that continue to set ETS apart from the competition. In addition to being aligned with ETS Partner and NFL All Pro Adam Thielen among other notable current and past professional athletes, the candidate will immediately be surrounded by one of our elite ETS Sports Performance Facility Directors along with a host of other successful ETS Performance Specialists from across the country. The entire “ETS Family” will be there to assist and support the Performance Specialist to enhance and maximize the development of our athletes at the highest possible level. This opportunity includes a very competitive industry level salary, full benefits along with a financial and personal development growth and promotions plan that can’t be matched.


ETS Training Philosophy:

The ETS training philosophy is to provide every athlete (regardless of age and sport) the opportunity to significantly improve their relative strength, power, linear and lateral speed, ability to biomechanically master the art of deceleration while also significantly improving their overall athleticism and becoming less prone to injury. Our systematic and step by step approach to developing better athletes will dramatically improve performance on the field, court, track, pool or ice.

Each athlete will take part in a progressive ability-appropriate plan of strength, speed, agility and deceleration training that will not only allow them to maximize their skills and athleticism for their sport, but also improve their overall athleticism. It’s crucial for every athlete to develop the basic-fundamental athletic and biomechanical movements, strength techniques and deceleration protocols through a customized plan in order to truly maximize their potential.

We believe the missing link in most programs is the lack of consistent and professional emphasis and attention to detail on the basics of an athlete’s complete athletic development separated from their sport-specific skill work. Our vision is that every athlete will experience an unmatched next level training atmosphere that is equally focused on character development, accountability and competition as it is the next level performance results that every athlete will gain. Our goal is for every athlete to leave each session understanding the physical objective for that session, but also understand the importance of consistency, dedication and commitment to ensure they are maximizing their results.


Position Qualifications:

  • Post graduate experience in the Strength/Conditioning or Performance field.
  • Must be a former competitive athlete and possess an accredited professional certification.
  • Outgoing, motivating and personable with a willingness to learn and continue growing.
  • Sports-minded with a strong desire for continual development of leadership skills.
  • Enjoys working with kids of all ages and ability levels.
  • Patient yet persistent with the task at hand.
  • Exercise Science/athletics or business background.
  • Accountable and dependable - on time and willing to put forth the extra effort.
  • Graduating GPA of a 2.5 or higher.


The ETS Opportunity:

With ETS being in significant growth mode we are looking to develop our Sports Performance Specialists in preparation for a larger role within our company. Mastering of the unique ETS training and business systems will provide each Sports Performance Specialist the opportunity to enter in our “ETS University Pool” of development to run and operate one of our new upcoming ETS locations.

In recap, this unique and one-of-a-kind opportunity offers the following:

  • Competitive fair market base salary, 401k, + incentives.
  • Health, dental, and vision benefits package.
  • Opportunity to enter in our Directors in Training (ETS University) Pool for future growth, promotion and expansion opportunities.
  • Personal growth, continued education, and career development.

Job Types: Full-time

Pay: $2,000/mo - $3,000/mo

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • 401k
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Experience:

  • Fitness Strength Training: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Lakeville, MN: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person