At Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that is representative of our community and where all employees feel they belong and can reach their full potential. We are Canada’s preeminent leader in delivering top quality sport and entertainment experiences and one of North America’s leading providers of exceptional fan experiences. We are the parent company of the National Hockey League’s Toronto Maple Leafs, the National Basketball Association’s Toronto Raptors, Major League Soccer’s Toronto FC, the Canadian Football League’s Toronto Argonauts and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (American Hockey League), Raptors 905 (NBA G League), Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro League) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League.

MLSE owns and/or operates all the venues our teams play and train in, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and OVO Athletic Centre. We also provide fans in Toronto with incredible live music and entertainment events, as well as exceptional culinary experiences through our restaurants (e11even and RS) and clubs (Hot Stove Club, ScotiaClub and Platinum Club). Through MLSE Foundation, we have invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities since 2009 and with MLSE LaunchPad, we provide a place where youth facing barriers use sport to recognize and reach their potential.

We achieve all of this through our Common Purpose - to unite and empower our employees to create extraordinary moments for our fans and each other. Come be a part of the team.

• Assist in creating and implementing strength & conditioning programs for Toronto Raptors athletes.
• Conduct performance assessments and adapt programs based on development goals, performance KPIs, and injury status/history.
• Utilize performance-testing and performance-monitoring technologies effectively.
• Implement sport and athlete-specific conditioning and reconditioning interventions.
• Collaborate with Sports Science and Analytics staff to guide applied protocols.
• Work with medical staff (including senior leadership, physiotherapists, athletic therapists, and massage therapists) to deliver player health operations and assist with return-to-play and performance rehabilitation.
• Collaborate with coaches, front office, and team operations staff to enhance team performance and player success.

Note: Before reviewing the qualifications listed below, we want you to know that we understand you may not meet all the qualifications described and have other relevant expertise and experience.  We invite you to please share this with us in the "Message to the Hiring Manager" section of our online application. 

• University degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Human Kinetics, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of post-graduate experience working with athletes in a performance capacity, including basketball experience and direct involvement in creating and individualizing strength & conditioning programs.
• CSCS certification (Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist) maintained and in good standing. RSCC certification (Registered Strength & Conditioning Coach) is preferred.
• Additional licenses or experience in rehabilitation (e.g., physiotherapy, athletic therapy) and familiarity with sports injuries..
• Experience in a multidisciplinary/multiple-stakeholder environment with strong communication skills.
• Experience with athlete assessments and constructing comprehensive needs analyses.
• Familiarity with performance-based technologies (e.g., AMS/program management software, heart rate monitoring, force plates, LPS such as Kinexon, isometric/MVC testing such as KangaTech, etc.).
• Valid CPR/BLS first responder certification.
• Full availability for games, practices, and team obligations, including intensive travel.

Apply by: May 23rd, 2024

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

At MLSE, we are committed to building an equitable, diverse and inclusive organization.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability. MLSE will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. If you have difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email [email protected]. Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.