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Sports Performance Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Youth Sports Official

Waukee, IA · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

Working w/ Kids & Sports * Opportunity for advancement * Training & development * Flexible schedule Job Summary The Sport Official/Instructor is a hands-on role that will lead athletes and provides ...

Youth Sports Official

Waukee, IA · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

Working w/ Kids & Sports * Opportunity for advancement * Training & development * Flexible schedule Job Summary The Sport Official/Instructor is a hands-on role that will lead athletes and provides ...

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Social Media Intern

Altoona, IA · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

Content creation & video editing Social media strategy Athlete highlights & storytelling Brand growth & marketing Working alongside a growing sports performance facility What you'll receive: Real ...

Conduct initial and ongoing assessments of strength, speed, agility, mobility, endurance, coordination, and sport-specific performance. * Establish measurable performance benchmarks and use data ...

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How much do sports performance jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for sports performance in Iowa is $93,483.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,500.00 and $118,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical workday look like for someone in Sports Performance?

A typical workday in Sports Performance involves designing and implementing training programs, conducting fitness assessments, and monitoring athlete progress using a variety of tools and data analytics. You’ll often collaborate closely with coaches, medical staff, nutritionists, and athletes to ensure a holistic approach to performance improvement and injury prevention. The role may require early mornings, evenings, or weekends to accommodate training schedules and competitions. Continuous professional development is also an important part of the job, as it helps you stay current with the latest research and best practices in the industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Sports Performance position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Sports Performance, you need a solid understanding of exercise science, biomechanics, and athlete evaluation, usually supported by a relevant degree or certification (such as CSCS or NASM PES). Experience with performance-tracking technologies, data analytics platforms, and recovery equipment is highly valued. Strong interpersonal skills, motivational ability, and clear communication are essential for building trust and rapport with athletes and coaching staff. These skills are important for creating customized training programs, optimizing athletic outcomes, and fostering a positive and productive training environment.

What is a Sports Performance job?

A Sports Performance job focuses on enhancing athletic ability by improving strength, speed, endurance, and injury prevention. Professionals in this field, such as coaches and trainers, use sports science, conditioning programs, and biomechanics to optimize an athlete's performance. They work with athletes of all levels, from youth to professionals, tailoring training regimens to specific sports and individual needs. Sports performance specialists often collaborate with physical therapists, nutritionists, and medical staff to ensure a well-rounded approach to athlete development.

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Infographic showing various Sports Performance job openings in Iowa as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,483 per year, or $44.9 per hour.

Strength & Conditioning Coach (Ankeny, IA)

ETS Performance LLC

Ankeny, IA • On-site

$12K - $36K/yr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

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: Part-time

Pay: $1,000/mo - $3,000/mo

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

  • 3-8 hour shift

Experience:

  • Fitness Strength Training: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Ankeny, IA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person