Director, Physical Development
Washington Nationals - Washington, DC
Hiring: Director, Physical Development Company: Washington Nationals Location: Washington, DC Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 18:36:33 Employment Type: On-site About the job Required Skills: •The Washington Nationals are seeking a Director of Physical Development to oversee Major League and Minor League Strength and Conditioning, Rehab Strength and Conditioning, and Nutrition. This includes organizational programming, player progressions and regressions, staff development, testing, and data tracking across each area. •This position will be based in Washington, D.C. •Develop and implement the Physical Development vision across Major League and Minor League Strength and Conditioning, Rehab Strength and Conditioning, and Nutrition. •Lead, align, and develop Physical Development staff to support the needs of Major League and Minor League players and coaches. •Establish organizational standards for programming, testing, player monitoring, and staff development across each area. •Partner with Medical, Rehabilitation, and the skill departments to create integrated plans for healthy and injured players. •Oversee the strength, conditioning, and nutrition components of rehabilitation and return-to-performance plans. Medical will establish diagnosis, restrictions, and clinical readiness. •Lead the organizational nutrition strategy, including fueling, hydration, supplementation, body composition, and recovery. Qualifications: •Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the NSCA (CSCS) •Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach (RSCC) or the ability to obtain the credential •Bachelor’s Degree in a related field •Licensed Massage Therapist, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Athletic Trainer, or comparable medical licensure •Master’s Degree or doctorate-level education Compensation: •$200,000 - $250,000 / year •Competitive benefits and rewards package •Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!