Lead Strength and Conditioning Coach - Army Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) Program

Job Description

Job Description

Salary :

The Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) System is the Army’s primary investment in Soldier readiness. The system empowers and equips Soldiers to take charge of their health, fitness, and well-being in order to optimize individual performance.

POSITION SUMMARY : The Lead Strength and Conditioning Coach is responsible for improving Soldier physical readiness by leading strength and conditioning programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Tasks include but are not limited to :

• Serve as BDE Lead SCC and principal advisor to the BDE PD on physical performance optimization.
• Assist the BDE in improving Soldier physical readiness by developing, coordinating, executing, and managing recommended and approved H2F System strength and conditioning programs.
• Coordinate, execute, and manage approved physical performance optimization programs within the framework of the unit’s training / operational schedule, battle rhythm, and culture.
• Develop and recommend evidence-based, periodized strength and conditioning programs focused on unit mission and individual Soldier tasks IAW H2F System that are synchronized and integrated with unit training / operational schedule, battle rhythm, and culture and implement upon Government approval.
• Track Soldier / unit progression and provide data to the BDE PD as required.
• Coach and mentor the BDE SCCs, unit fitness leaders and H2F Integrator.
• Provide recommended and approved instruction and guidance to Soldiers and the BDE leadership on physical strength and conditioning with regards to injury mitigation strategies collaboratively with the H2F Performance Team.
• Identify and direct Soldiers with an apparent new or undiagnosed medical condition to the appropriate medical professionals for evaluation and treatment.
QUALIFICATIONS :
• Education :
• Education :
• Shall possess a Master's Degree
• Certification :
• Shall possess certification by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or by the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA) as a Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC).
• Shall have a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification with Automated External Defibrillators (AED) certification.

Certification cards must display the American Heart Association, the American Red Cross emblem. Web-based classes do not meet required standards.

• Experience :
• Shall have a minimum of three full years of relevant SCC work experience within the last five years.
• Additional :
• Shall have the ability to read, write, and speak English and effectively communicate with Soldiers and leadership.
• Demonstrate sufficient initiative, interpersonal relationship skills and social sensitivity such that they can relate to a variety of Soldiers from diverse backgrounds.
• Have the ability to operate a computer utilizing Microsoft applications, such as Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Be capable of properly lifting and manipulating loads or weights up to 45 pounds and capable of meeting physical demands of training in all types of weather with Soldiers including the ability to hike over rough terrain, function in austere environments to observe Soldier training evolutions and to train, educate, coach, and mentor.
• Be capable of observing, demonstrating, and correcting Soldier’s performance of training / exercise techniques and form.
• Not have been convicted of a felony.

Those With US Military Experience Encouraged to Apply

US Military Veterans Encouraged to Apply

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Position Contingent on Contract Award.

This is a civilian position and does not require enlistment.