Job Title: Strength and Conditioning Coach

Summary- This is a contingent Opportunity and would begin work upon the contract award

The Strength and Conditioning Coach (SCC) functions as an integrated member of a multi-disciplinary team focused on optimizing Soldier readiness and performance within the Army's Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) System. The system empowers and equips Soldiers to take charge of their health, fitness, and well-being to optimize individual performance while preventing injury and disease. As an integral part of the H2F Performance Team, the SCC shall establish and administer effective strength and conditioning training programs designed to maximize the physical performance and reduce the risk of Musculoskeletal (MSK) injuries of Brigade (BDE) personnel. SCCs shall complete specific tasks at the Brigade (BDE), Battalion (BN), and Company levels. SCCs shall perform services in accordance with the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or with the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA) Scope of Practice as a Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead SCC with developing, coordinating, executing, and managing recommended and approved H2F System strength and conditioning programs.
• Develop lines of communication within the BDE, BN and Company leadership, including participating in associated training and other meetings.
• Coordinate, execute, and manage approved physical performance optimization training 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 in accordance with H2F System that are synchronized and integrated with unit training/operational schedule, battle rhythm, and culture and implement upon Government approval.
• As required, submit strength and conditioning programs, with quantified training loads, to Lead SCC for approval and implement upon Government approval.
• Assist the Lead SCC to develop, coordinate, and execute approved training programs for Soldiers with physical limitations that are medically cleared for strength and conditioning training/reconditioning.
• Coordinate with Lead SCC to ensure all strength and conditioning education and services are synchronized and integrated with approved education and services provided by H2F Performance Team.
• Coach and mentor the unit fitness leaders.
• Provide recommended and approved instruction and guidance to Soldiers and unit leadership on physical strength and conditioning with regards to injury mitigation strategies collaboratively within 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.
• Collect H2F performance data and prepare documentation and reporting of data in accordance with guiding instructions provided by the BDE PD and submit to Government as required.
• Identify and recommend opportunities for H2F System improvement to Lead SCC.
• Observe BDE specific training events (e.g., shooting range, obstacle courses, combatives training areas, etc.) as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Required Education and/or Experience Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• A 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).
• Three or more years of relevant professional experience working in a strength and conditioning coach capacity within a health/well-being program with athletes or government entities. Employment related to internships or graduate work up to one year will be considered towards relevant experience.
• Have a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification with Automated External Defibrillators (AED) certification from the American Heart Association/American Red Cross.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite to include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must be able to clear a Tier 1 Government Security Investigation/Background Check
• Must not have been convicted of a felony.
• Strong interpersonal, oral communication and written communication skills in English.
• This position requires access to U.S. Government facilities and systems. U.S. Citizenship, a valid driver's license, transportation, and auto insurance are required.
• Must be able to adhere to the physical demands which are essential for the position with or without accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one year working directly with Service Members in a performance and/or resilience training and education setting
• Previous Military service

Physical Demands: Works in office areas. Sits, stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during working hours. Uses a personal computer, telephones, copiers, printers, and other office equipment. 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.

Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here represent those employee encounters while performing this job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; replies to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills - 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.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills and participates in meetings.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
• Professionalism - Tactfully approaches others; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
• Administrative - Prioritizes and handles multiple tasks, organizes workload, and manages time

Zeiders Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay Range: $56,000 - $71,800

PLEASE NOTE: The Zeiders pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.