Performance Specialist Jobs

Performance Specialist jobs are open across healthcare, corporate wellness, sports organizations, and technology companies, from entry-level to senior and director roles, with specializations in human performance, digital analytics, and strength and conditioning. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles131+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerClients Blackbox
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Work type47% Remote
Top industryHealthcare

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Automotive Performance Sales Specialist
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Automotive Performance Sales Specialist
Satera Enterprises, LLC
Marengo, Illinois
Business Operations
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$35k - $50k/yr
On-Site

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Principal Specialist, Supplier Performance (Remote)
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Principal Specialist, Supplier Performance (Remote)
Collins Aerospace
Columbus, Ohio
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$87k - $165k/yr
Remote (US)
10,000+

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Clinical Quality Performance Data Specialist
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Clinical Quality Performance Data Specialist
Cape Cod Healthcare
Hyannis, Massachusetts
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Senior Specialist, IPA Quality & Performance
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Senior Specialist, IPA Quality & Performance
Akido
Ontario, California
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Support
Laboratory Science
Master's degree in business administration

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Special Operations Cognitive Performance Specialist (National Capital Region)
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Special Operations Cognitive Performance Specialist (National Capital Region)
Trinzic
Washington, District of Columbia
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management
Doctoral degree
10,000+

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Performance Specialist Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Clients Blackbox18
  • L.A. Care Health Plan5
  • Hartford HealthCare4
  • Crane Worldwide Logistics4
  • Molina Healthcare3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education
  • Law & Legal Services
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in performance specialist jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in kinesiology, exercise science, human performance, or a related field
  • Experience designing and implementing measurable performance improvement programs
  • Proficiency with data analysis tools and performance tracking software
  • Relevant certification such as CSCS, NSCA-CPT, or industry-equivalent credential
  • Ability to conduct assessments and translate findings into actionable recommendations
  • Strong communication skills for coaching individuals and presenting to leadership teams

Tips for Your Performance Specialist Job Search

Quantify outcomes in your resume

Performance specialists are hired to move metrics, so your resume needs to show exactly what moved. Replace phrases like 'improved performance' with specific outcomes: recovery rates, output gains, or program adherence numbers drawn from your actual work.

Tailor your credentials to the sector

A CSCS matters in sports and fitness settings, while CPHQ or Six Sigma credentials carry more weight in healthcare and operations roles. Read each job posting closely and lead with the certification that matches that employer's industry and language.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists performance specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings by specialization keyword

Job titles vary widely: you'll see human performance specialist, performance analytics specialist, and operational performance specialist, all describing different work. Search each variation separately so you don't miss openings that match your background but use different title language.

Prepare a performance-impact case study

Interviewers for these roles frequently ask you to walk through a program you built or improved. Prepare a two-minute narrative covering your baseline assessment, the intervention you designed, and the measurable result, using data wherever you have it.

Negotiate scope alongside salary

Performance specialists often have room to expand their role into program design, staff training, or technology selection. During offer conversations, ask which of those responsibilities are currently unassigned and position yourself as the person to own them.

Performance Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most performance specialists?

The most active employers for performance specialists right now are Clients Blackbox, L.A. Care Health Plan, and Hartford HealthCare, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, professional sports organizations, and large corporate wellness programs account for the highest volume of open roles.

How many performance specialist jobs are remote?

About 77% of performance specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with availability varying significantly by specialization. Analytics-focused and program management roles are most likely to be remote, while hands-on coaching, rehabilitation, and on-site corporate wellness positions almost always require in-person presence.

How do you become a performance specialist?

Start with a bachelor's degree in exercise science, kinesiology, human performance, or a closely related field, then earn a recognized certification such as the CSCS or an equivalent credential in your target sector. Build hands-on experience through internships, coaching roles, or assistant positions, and develop data analysis skills since most employers now expect you to measure and report on program outcomes.

Can you get hired as a performance specialist with little experience?

Entry-level performance specialist roles exist, particularly in corporate wellness, university athletic programs, and community health organizations that are open to recent graduates. Focus your application on any practicum, internship, or volunteer coaching work, lead with your certifications, and be prepared to describe a program you designed or supported from start to finish, even if the scale was small.

What does the performance specialist interview process look like?

Most employers run two to three rounds: an initial screening call with HR or a recruiter, followed by a technical or competency interview with a hiring manager or department lead where you walk through your assessment methods and program design approach. Final rounds often include a practical presentation or case study, asking you to analyze a scenario and recommend a performance intervention based on the data provided.

Where can I find and apply to performance specialist jobs?

You can find and apply to performance specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each position that fits.

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