Cognitive Performance Specialist

SUMMARY

Bering Global Solutions, LLC, a subsidiary of Bering Straits Native Corporation, is currently seeking a full-time Cognitive Performance Specialist for day-to-day operations of a human performance (HP) program supporting Air Force pilot training at Barksdale AFB, Louisiana. This work will incorporate job-specific conditioning, cutting-edge HP technology, and easy-access prehab & rehab physical therapy.

As part of the broader Human Performance team, the Cognitive Performance Specialist will work closely with one or more Strength and Conditioning Coaches and Performance Dietitians to help student pilots and/or instructor pilots (depending on duty station) perform optimally and remain physically and mentally able to perform. At a minimum, the program will address chronic neck and back pain, increased cognitive demands of modern flying operations, and the need for holistic resiliency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assist with planning, scheduling, execution and validations of the human performance program efficiency and effectiveness.
• Analyze and identify needs and provide viable interventions, including training and performance support.
• Analyze the development of research procedures.
• Use simulation technology and biofeedback to promote excellence and efficiency for physical, technical, and tactical training during the challenges of combat operations or pressure situations.
• Gather data, compile information into documents regarding sport psychology, and leverage mental expertise and cognitive enhancement training techniques.
• Apply expertise in the subject matter, including industry best practices of operational and functional physical fitness from military and professional sports for the development of training programs.
• Develops and delivers relevant cognitive performance content and teaching materials for all human performance syllabus.
• Employs appropriate social marketing tools to meet program goals and objectives.
• Delivers briefings, educational sessions, and seminars as needed.
• Maintain all professional credentials and certifications.
• Perform cleaning/sanitization of facility space and equipment utilized for cognitive performance training services and activities.
• Act as an independent student advocate by coordinating with the local Program Director to advise local commanders on aircrew issues including culture, to include inclusivity and belonging, flight discipline, student-instructor interactions and relationships, attitudes, climate, safety, and other topics as necessary. Students will remain anonymous unless in imminent danger.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work independently and in a team and meet deadlines.
• Build rapport with students and motivate them to achieve higher levels of performance.
• Strong communication (written and oral), leadership, and organizational skills.
• Study, follow, and apply designated AF training and safety directives and guidelines.
• Effectively work with frequent changes, interruptions, and varying environmental conditions.

Preferred

• Doctoral degree preferred
• Association for Applied Sports Psychology Consultant Certification

NECESSARY PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employee must always maintain a constant state of mental alertness. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; most of time is spent sitting in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about.

DOT COVERED/SAFETY-SENSITIVE ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• This position is not subject to federal requirements regarding Department of Transportation “safety-sensitive” functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Job is performed in an office setting with exposure to computer screens and requires extensive use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, and multi-line telephone system. The work described herein is primarily a modern office setting. Occasional travel may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Hire and supervises direct reports.
• Supervisory responsibilities over five employees

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS

As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results. If applicable to the contract, you must also obtain the appropriate clearance levels required and be able to obtain access to military installations.

Shareholder Preference

BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training, and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job.

Bering Straits Native Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. We are a drug free workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)